HOPE is about 1.7 miles long, or about 3.5 miles out and back, based on mapped trail data.

How much elevation gain is on HOPE?

About 185 feet of climbing out and back. The trail runs between 3,140 and 3,219 feet above sea level.

How long does it take to hike HOPE?

Plan on about 1 hr 30 min at an easy pace for the round trip, counting time for the climbs. Fast hikers will be quicker, and families with kids slower.

What can you do on HOPE?

HOPE is open to hiking, biking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, according to USDA Forest Service trail data.

Where does HOPE start?

One end of the mapped trail is at 48.47539, -114.54206. Use the Directions button to get there.

HOPE

Trail near Whitefish, Montana · Flathead National Forest

Hiking Biking Mountain biking Cross-country skiing Snowshoeing Wheelchair accessible

Length1.7 mi3.5 mi out and back

Climb185 ftround trip

Hike time1 hr 30 minround trip

DifficultyEasyestimated

DogsUnknowntell us below

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Trail start coordinates: 48.47539, -114.54206

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Trail facts

Open to: Hiking, Biking, Cross-country skiing, Snowshoeing
Shape: One way
Elevation: 3,140 to 3,219 ft
Ride time: 35 min by bike
Surface: Snow
Wheelchair: Listed as accessible
Typical grade: 5-8%
Managed by: Flathead National Forest
Trail number: SNO-45H
County: Flathead County, Montana

Can I bring my dog?

We don't have dog rules for this trail yet. Check with the national forest office before you go.

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Camping nearby

Tally Lake Campground 4.7 mi away · Directions · Reserve
Doris Creek Campground 28 mi away · Directions · Reserve
Lost Johnny Campground 29 mi away · Directions · Reserve

Federal campgrounds from Recreation.gov. Check dates and fees before you go.

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Common questions

How long is HOPE?: HOPE is about 1.7 miles long, or about 3.5 miles out and back, based on mapped trail data.
How much elevation gain is on HOPE?: About 185 feet of climbing out and back. The trail runs between 3,140 and 3,219 feet above sea level.
How long does it take to hike HOPE?: Plan on about 1 hr 30 min at an easy pace for the round trip, counting time for the climbs. Fast hikers will be quicker, and families with kids slower.
Are dogs allowed on HOPE?: We don't have dog rules for this trail yet. Check with the national forest office before you go.
What can you do on HOPE?: HOPE is open to hiking, biking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, according to USDA Forest Service trail data.
Where does HOPE start?: One end of the mapped trail is at 48.47539, -114.54206. Use the Directions button to get there.

Source: USDA Forest Service trail data. Elevation from USGS data via AWS Terrain Tiles. Times are estimates. Length and route come from mapped data and may differ from signs on the ground. Always check for closures before you go.

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