Rose Bay, Bowen

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Country Charm. Coastal Calm.

Eight beaches, fringing reef from shore, and the freshest produce in North Queensland.

An hour north of Airlie Beach. Snorkel from shore, snap the Big Mango, and taste produce straight from the paddock.

Stay

Beachfront holiday parks, waterfront resorts, and self-contained stays. Most accommodation sits within walking distance of the beaches. Queens Beach, Rose Bay, and Horseshoe Bay all have places to stay right on the water.

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NRMA Bowen Beachfront Holiday Park

NRMA Bowen Beachfront Holiday Park is like a tropical island paradise. Stay in absolute waterfront cabins and caravan and camping sites overlooking Queens Bay or air-conditioned pool view family…
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Whitsunday Holiday Parks - Queens…

Queens Beach Bowen Holiday Park, part of Whitsunday Holiday Parks, boasts stunning coastal views and a convenient location just a short walk from Queens Beach in Bowen. The park features 84 shaded…
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Horseshoe Bay Resort

Horseshoe Bay Resort and Caravan Park, where the bush really does meet the beach, is situated at the tip of Cape Edgecumbe in Bowen. They are surrounded by four sandy beaches and the reef is just off…
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Sky View Units

Sky View Units provides affordable self contained accommodation in Bowen, including studio, one bedroom and two bedroom apartments. These rooms are available for overnight, short or long term…
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Rose Bay Resort

Rose Bay Resort in Bowen, Whitsundays, offers an award-winning getaway where you can relax and enjoy peace and tranquility. Located right on the waterfront, it boasts stunning sea and island views.…
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Queens Beach Tourist Village

Queens Beach is Bowen's most northern seaside suburb. It is located just five kilometres from the Central Business District and offers a relaxed environment with lots to see and do.Queens Beach…
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Whitsunday Sands Resort

Situated amongst pristine lawns and gardens with spectacular views of the Whitsunday Islands, Whitsunday Sands Resort offers the quintessential location for holiday makers and business people alike.…

Eat & Drink

Seafood straight off the boat and country pub fare. Fish and chips from Bird's Fish Bar, a cold beer at the Grand View Hotel, and seasonal produce on menus across town.

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Bird's Fish Bar
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Grand View Hotel

Travellers Tips

Where are Bowen's top beaches? When's the best time for mango season? What can you find at the local markets?

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Bowen Beaches

Horseshoe Bay for shore snorkelling. Queens Beach for families. Murray Bay for sunset walks. All within minutes of town, with room to spread out.

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Bowen Food & Produce

Mangoes, tomatoes, and vegetables grown right here and sold at roadside stalls during harvest. Sunday markets at Hansen Park bring local growers and fresh seafood together. Bowen supplies produce to markets across Australia. Here, you taste it at the source.

What's On

Markets, festivals, and community events through the year. The Bowen Sunday Markets at Hansen Park run every week. The Don River Dash and seasonal festivals bring locals and visitors together.

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Apr 26th – Sep 6th

Bowen Sunday Markets
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Sep 4th – Sep 6th

Don River Dash 300
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Jun 12th

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Planning Your Bowen Trip


Everything you need to know about visiting Bowen, from beaches and snorkelling to mango season and local markets.


Location and Getting There
Bowen is on the northern edge of The Whitsundays, about an hour's drive from Airlie Beach along the Bruce Highway.

The town sits on the shores of Edgecumbe Bay with views across to the Whitsunday Islands. Whitsunday Coast Airport in Proserpine is the nearest commercial airport, around 45 minutes south.
Beaches
Bowen has eight beaches, all within a few minutes of the town centre. Horseshoe Bay is popular for shore snorkelling and home to the Bywa underwater sculpture.

Queens Beach suits families with calm shallows. Murray Bay offers sunset views and walking trails. Rose Bay has fringing reef straight from the sand.
Shore Snorkelling
Horseshoe Bay and Rose Bay both have fringing reef you can reach from the sand. Horseshoe Bay is also home to Bywa, an underwater marine sculpture you can snorkel to.

No boat required.
Mango Season and Local Produce
Mango season runs from around October to February. Roadside stalls sell fresh mangoes and other produce straight from local farms.

The Sunday markets at Hansen Park run year-round, bringing together local growers and fresh seafood.
Things To Do
Snorkel Horseshoe Bay, walk the Cape Edgecumbe coastal trail, visit the Big Mango, explore the town's historical murals, and browse the Sunday markets at Hansen Park.

Bowen also has an 18-hole golf course with Coral Sea views and the Summergarden Theatre.