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Hope

Alaska's Friendliest Town

Picture of Hope, Alaska in 'The Kenai Peninsula.'

Hope was one of the original gold rush towns formed in 1889, before Dawson or Nome. Miners named their camp after prospector, Percy Hope.

Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 89
Hope, AK 99605
Phone: (907) 782-3121
Go to Official Web Site
The buildings and flavor of the early days still charm, with the store downtown serving customers since 1896, and the turn-of-the-century log Social Hall that still hosts community meetings, dances and weddings. Hope, like its name suggests is a town for opportunists and adventurers. People have been gold mining here for over 100 years and you can still pan today. Once you have found your fortune, get your adrenaline flowing with a class V whitewater rafting trip. If you prefer a more serene experience with nature, set out in a canoe or explore 100’s of miles of forest service maintained hiking trails, although, your serenity may occasionally be interrupted by a bear.

Things to Do in Hope
  • Hope Sunrise Mining Museum
  • Campground
  • White Water Rafting (Class IV & V Rapids)
  • Pan for Gold
  • Cross Country Skiing & Snowboarding in Mountain Pass (Outside of Hope)
  • Snowmobiling in Mountain Pass (Outside of Hope)
  • Birding - all three species of Ptarmigan and Alpine Species

Hope Business Directory

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