Hope, Maine
Hope General Store and rural tranquility
Overview
Hope is one of Maine's smallest towns, known for its picture-perfect general store and quintessential rural New England character. Rolling hills, working farms, and Alford Lake define this peaceful community.
Key Facts
Population 1,600
Region Midcoast
County Knox
Founded 1804
Nearest City Camden (12 miles), Rockland (18 miles)
What Hope Is Known For
Hope Local Highlights
Hope General Store
Classic New England general store, community gathering place.
Alford Lake
Pristine lake for swimming, boating, and fishing.
Rural Character
Preserved farmland, dirt roads, and countryside.
Small Town Life
One of Maine's tiniest towns with authentic character.
Things to Do
1
Visit Hope General Store
Experience classic general store, local goods, community bulletin board.
2
Swim at Alford Lake
Town beach on clear lake.
3
Drive scenic backroads
Explore dirt roads and countryside.
4
Visit nearby Camden
12 miles to mountains-meet-sea scenery.
5
Attend town meetings
Traditional New England direct democracy.
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
White-tailed deer Moose Bears Loons on lake
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
Key Facts
Population
1,600
Region
Midcoast
County
Knox
Founded
1804
Nearest City
Camden (12 miles), Rockland (18 miles)