Guidebook for Bowen Island
Sightseeing
A beautiful ~1 hr walk with some moderate sections of trail. The highlight is the boardwalk overlooking the Lake at the half way. Parking at trailhead or C10 bus to 'BICS' school.
38 locals recommend
Killarney Lake
A beautiful ~1 hr walk with some moderate sections of trail. The highlight is the boardwalk overlooking the Lake at the half way. Parking at trailhead or C10 bus to 'BICS' school.
Getting Around
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Essentials
Snug Cove General Store
471 Bowen Island Trunk RdThe Ruddy Potato
996 Dorman RdA wide selection of beverages with a helpful knowledgeable staff.
14 locals recommend
Bowen Beer & Wine Cellar
996 Dorman RdA wide selection of beverages with a helpful knowledgeable staff.
Full pharmacy, everyday essentials, stationery, gifts, toys, magazines and beach items.
12 locals recommend
Cates Pharmacy
495 Bowen Island Trunk RdFull pharmacy, everyday essentials, stationery, gifts, toys, magazines and beach items.
Shopping
Wren Boutique
589 Artisan LnErin offers a beautiful selection of clothes and accessories!
Bell'Occhio On Bowen
563 Artisan LaneGifts, soaps and things to make your home beautiful.
Phoenix Books
992 Dorman RdToys, books, gifts, cards and more...
Bowen's go-to store for hardware, cleaning supplies, lumber, tools and lots of other things. Great for those who can't stop puttering, even when they're on vacation.
Bowen Building Centre
1013 Grafton RdBowen's go-to store for hardware, cleaning supplies, lumber, tools and lots of other things. Great for those who can't stop puttering, even when they're on vacation.
Arts & Culture
Cloudflower Clayworks
589 Prometheus PlStudio and shop of ceramicist Jeanne Sarich
Bowen Island Arts Council
430 Bowen Island Trunk RdDisplays of local artists and live events.
Parks & Nature
Great for a swim or enjoying sunsets on Bowen Island.
Has a public toilet.
23 locals recommend
Tunstall Bay
Great for a swim or enjoying sunsets on Bowen Island.
Has a public toilet.
Food Scene
Famous for organic chocolate truffles, a menu of hot chocolates, gelato and their espresso coffees on tray service!
Try the Signature hot chocolate - it's truly inspiring.
29 locals recommend
Cocoa West Chocolatier
581 Artisan LnFamous for organic chocolate truffles, a menu of hot chocolates, gelato and their espresso coffees on tray service!
Try the Signature hot chocolate - it's truly inspiring.
Rustique Bistro
433 Bowen Island Trunk RdWonderful food by wonderful people!
Artisan Eats Café & Fine Foods
539 Artisan LnEnjoy amazing food and an equally great view.
Doc Morgan's Marina Pub & Restaurant
439 Bowen Island Trunk RdA famous Bowen establishment.