Hope, Maine
Hope General Store and rural tranquility
Overview
Key Facts
What Hope Is Known For
Hope Local Highlights
Things to Do
Living in Hope
Hope offers ultimate rural Maine living—small population, large lots, preserved countryside. Very affordable housing, volunteer services, regional schools. Appeals to those seeking peace, privacy, and authentic small-town life near Camden's amenities.
Weather & Seasons
summer
Warm, 70-85°F
winter
Cold and snowy, 12-30°F
spring
Muddy, 35-55°F
fall
Beautiful foliage, 38-65°F
Local Wildlife & Nature
How to Get There
Routes 105 and 235 connect Hope to Camden and Route 3. Many dirt roads. 18 miles from Rockland, 12 from Camden.
Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.
Satellite preview
Hope outline
Outdoor Recreation
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope known for?
Hope is known for the picture-perfect Hope General Store, a classic New England gathering place. One of Maine's tiniest towns, Hope offers quintessential rural character with rolling hills, working farms, and Alford Lake for swimming.
How far is Hope from Camden?
Hope is about 12 miles from Camden and 18 miles from Rockland. Routes 105 and 235 connect the town, with many scenic dirt roads winding through the countryside.
What can I do in Hope?
Visitors can experience the classic Hope General Store with local goods and a community bulletin board, swim at the town beach on pristine Alford Lake, and explore scenic backroads and dirt roads through preserved farmland.