Things To Do
Hudson's Hope, located in the Peace River Valley on the edge of the northern Rocky Mountain foothills, offers excellent opportunities for outdoor adventuring.
Fish one of the area's many waterways by boat or from shore, pitch a tent at a campground or along a lakeside, keep a constant eye for plentiful wildlife.
Hudson's Hope also has low-key options, of which touring the W.A.C. Bennett Dam is a highlight.
Water Activities
Serene waters inspire paddling enthusiasts on the Peace River and at Cameron Lake and Carbon Lake, while big winds make Williston and Dinosaur lakes excellent locations to sail.
Spot wildlife including deer, bald eagles and butterflies such as swallowtails with blue and black spotted wings. Of course, each of these waterways offers great fishing as well.
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Arts, Culture & History
Check out works of art at the Pearkes Cultural Center (10801 Dudley Dr) There is a neat selection of crafts at the gift shop, as well as fresh cut flowers for sale. The local vibrant art community has spruced up the town with paintings in many of the shops and restaurants, sculptures, and interesting art such as the Peace Sanctuary sculptures at Portage Mountain. World-renowned sculptor Gerhard Class has art pieces at each end of the Peace Canyon Bridge.
Discover more about local area history at the Hudson's Hope Museum (9510 Beattie Dr). The museum has a fossil collection featuring casts of dinosaur footprints, ancient First Nations arrowheads, and pioneer, trapping, and industry displays. Admission is by donation.
Festivals and Events
Check out the local rodeo in June, the Fall Fair in August, the museum harvest social in October and the winter carnival in February.
Driving Routes
Follow the Alaska Highway or Great Northern Circle Route to Hudson's Hope. View the Peace River Valley, the Rocky Mountains, farms and fields, and most likely some wildlife. Learn more about driving routes through Hudson's Hope here: Driving Routes.
Winter Activities
Snowshoe through the trees or venture out for wilderness cross-country skiing along existing trails. While much of the snowmobiling takes place in mountain areas around the Pine Pass, there are some seismic lines and other routes to explore nearer Hudson's Hope. The majority of trails around Hudson's Hope are not groomed, but there are groomed ski trails at Cameron Lake.
For more information about things to do in Hudson's Hope, check with the Visitors Centre.
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