The state-owned paved airstrip provides Point Hope's only year-round access. Skiffs, umiats (skin boats), and snow machines are used for local transportation. Barges deliver goods during summer months. Point Hope is located about ten feet above sea level and is susceptible to flooding. Beacon Hill, which is 46 feet above sea level serves as the communities evacuation point and is connected by road. The road is reinforced with a 10 foot gravel berm for protection from storm surges.