17/06/2026
Getting soo excited for our live event 2.30pm 14 July Dalrymple Point..
Love seeing Bowen getting the attention it deserves 🌴✨
I’ve just seen another wonderful post about all the incredible things to do here, and it perfectly connects with our upcoming From Jardin ToCachette LIVE event on 14 July.
We’ll be walking from Dalrymple Point to the Lighthouse at low tide — soaking up the coastline, stories, nature, and the beauty of Bowen together 🌊💛
Bowen truly is something special.
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You've probably all driven past the Big Mango on the Bruce Highway.
Taken a family selfie in front of it.
HOPEFULLY stepped inside the visitor centre to taste a mango sorbet.
Bought a tropical souvenir.
There's some good stuff in there guys 😁
But what if...
Then you've just gotten back into your car or caravan and just DRIVEN PAST the
town of Bowen without driving in....
That would be a shame, my friends.
Big.
HUGE.
Because 5 minutes
...YES ONLY FIVE MINUTES...
From the highway turn off are the MOST incredible beaches, coral reefs and scenic vistas of the Whitsunday Islands.
That big orange Bowen sign?
When you see it,
keep driving straight into town.
Pull up at Hayden's Hut Bowen for a coffee and we'll give you directions to the best spots in town.
Views?
Beaches?
Pet friendly location?
Snorkelling?
Playgrounds?
Cinema?
All just minutes from the highway turn off.
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Here are some fun facts about Bowen if you need to top up your trivia knowledge.
Location:
Bowen is situated on the north-east coast of Queensland, halfway between Townsville and Mackay.
Peninsula:
It's located on a peninsula surrounded by the Coral Sea.
Historical Significance:
Bowen is the oldest town in North Queensland, officially declared in 1861, but its history extends further back.
Mangoes:
Bowen is famous for its mangoes, particularly the Kensington Pride variety, also known as the Bowen mango.
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Beaches:
Bowen boasts eight award-winning beaches, including Horseshoe Bay, known for its fringing coral reef.
Other must see beaches...
🐚 Rose Bay
🪼 Greys Bay
🪸 Murrays Bay
🦀 Queens Beach
🐙 Kings Beach
🦑 The Front Beach
And a bunch of secluded coral beaches and bays that give you island vibes without ever having to leave the mainland.
Tourism:
While most people head to Airlie Beach for their Whitsundays experience, Bowen actually has beaches you can swim and snorkel at.
The great thing is, it's relatively undiscovered and there are plenty of people free beaches for you to relax at.
AND BONUS
Parking is free in Bowen.
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There are pubs on every corner in town that serve great food.
There's also one of Queensland's top fish and chip shops, a free town pool, a free waterpark for kids and a historic twin cinema.
And we now officially have Queensland's best florists!
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Other attractions:
Flagstaff Hill Lookout provides 360-degree views of the Whitsunday Islands.
At this time of year during the low tides it's also possible to walk from the mainland to Bowen's lighthouse Island.
Head to Bowen's Front Beach and take a walk along Bowen jetty.
It's a fantastic location to see marine life.
Sea turtles, stingrays and fish swim around the jetty and there's even been a few dugong sightings.
And all of this just five minutes from the Bruce Highway!
Be sure to program Bowen into you car's GPS on your next North Queensland road trip.
