Hope

Situated at the eastern end of Lougheed Highway (Highway 7), Hope serves as a gateway to the Fraser Canyon. Here, the mighty Fraser River winds through towering cliffs and ancient forests, beckoning visitors with whitewater rafting, hiking, fishing, and First Nations cultural experiences.

The Hope segment of the ETF network starts at the Skawahlook Indian Reserve, which features an Adventure Park with trails, a bike skills area, and a sprawling 90,000-square-foot playground. This section also encompasses the Bill Hartley Fraser-Hope Bridge, originally constructed for the Kettle Valley Railway. The trail follows a mostly flat, wide-shouldered stretch of Lougheed Highway.

Note: An engineering report for the Bill Hartley Bridge was commissioned and updated in 2023.

The information on this page currently focuses on the Canyon to Coast Trail component. Experience the Fraser (ETF) is a recreational, cultural and heritage project that extends along the Lower Fraser River Corridor connecting Hope to the Salish Sea. The project consists of three main components:

• Greenway - The Canyon to Coast Trail

• Blueway - recreational use of the river

• Experiences & Attractions - major attractions and experiences, community amenities and feature points

The information provided here is specifically related to the Greenway - The Canyon to Coast Trail which is the backbone of the overall ETF project. As of 2023, a continuous route has been mapped; however wayfinding signage for the route has not been fully implemented. Community reports, maps, and other information shared here are a resource for communities for informational and planning purposes only. The final route will be determined collaboratively with partners as part of the ETF implementation process.

Learn more about the history of the project and the vision for the future:

Project History ETF Concept Plan ETF Implementation Plan