about a very special place where the rain forest greets the ocean. A place where newcomers are welcomed, neighbours are celebrated and old timers revered. Imagine a perfectly protected cove nestled at the base of an island known as The Rock, just a 20 minute ferry ride (eight nautical miles) from metropolitan Vancouver. To see a map of Bowen Island or to refer to Snug Cove and the businesses.
A rural setting with a world class city at our doorstep, Bowen Island remains unfettered by the trappings and congestion of city life. In this inclusive community wealth is not measured by the car you drive, or the clothes you wear, but rather by what you contribute to the community making it an ideal place to live, work, and raise a family. Located at the Howe Sound's entrance to The Georgia Straight, Bowen Island is a great place to learn to sail, kayak or hike, take in a yoga or fitness class, a relaxing spa day, or just meander around the unique shops. Be prepared to leave the hustle of city life behind you and enjoy the magic that is Bowen. Visit for the day, play on The Rock, stay overnight explore our treasures on Island Time! Come share our stories! We've got so many to tell.
Summer marks a long tradition of visitors joining us to play. First Nations people summered here long before the Europeans "discovered" the island. We have enjoyed being the 'people's playground' since the early 1890's. Welcome. Please stay and play. Hike stroll, golf, kayak, shop, dine or just listen to the quiet. Enjoy your visit on The Rock.
We're within Reach. Beyond Comparison.
Come for the weekend, come for the day to stay, play dine and explore Bowen Island - come to your senses on Bowen.
The 2009 BI Guide and The Map Brochure are available at The Info Centre open every day in the summer from 10-4:30pm.
Bowen Island Arts Council celebrates Write on Bowen, a writers festival July 10 to 12.
Explosive things are unfolding at The BI Historians summer exhibit displaying the history of the Western Explosives Factory. The Museum is located just up the hill from the ferry and is open from 10-4 daily. The historians have also just have just launched an amazing digital history of The Rock with 3030 images from yesteryear.
OLYMPIC TORCH on BOWEN! Wednesday, February 10, 2010, day 104 of the cross Canada Relay the torch touches down in Bowen. check out the route map
