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Bowen Island is located 19 km (12 mi.) northwest of Vancouver at the entrance to Howe Sound and is reached by ferry from Horseshoe Bay. It is popular with visitors who come to enjoy its beaches at Sandy, Tunstall Bay and Bowen Bay. Sandy Beach is wheelchair accessible. There are also six neighbourhood beaches dotted around the island but access to these is by steps or steep paths and these beaches do not have toilets, garbage cans or parking areas. There are 3000 permanent residents on Bowen Island and approximately 1500 summer residents.

The island is 32 sq. km (20 sq. mi.) and more than one-third of it is Crown land and 650 acres are parkland. It has a coastline of 37 km (23 mi.) Swimming, diving and kayaking are all popular on the island. Bowen Island is popular with boaters who enjoy the sheltered coves and safe anchorages.

There are many accommodations on Bowen Island, however no overnight camping or trailer parking is permitted on the island. The island is home to approximately 3,500 people and more than 400 of these are artists and writers.

Captain Jack Cates opened up Bowen Island as a resort for day excursions in the early 1900s.

There are enjoyable shops at Snug Cove and visitors also enjoy the Sunday Market and a walk along the boardwalk. Recapture the 1920s resort life at the local Museum. There are Arts and Crafts galleries to explore and nature walks through the rainforest of Crippen Park. Visitors also enjoy the Memorial Garden, fish ladder and waterfall and fish hatchery. Mt. Gardner, at 756 m (2480 ft.) provides a challenging hike to enjoy stunning views.

Bowen Waterfront Cottage 1165 Edwards Road Bowen Island More Info ...	This is a brand-new beautiful two-level self-contained suite on Bowen Island. The kitchenette and washroom have marble countertops and heated granite floors. Step down to the bedroom/living area with hardwood floor, cathedral ceiling and large south-facing windows. Sit by a cozy fireplace overlooking the forest, step outside onto your private deck and hot tub, overlook the ocean and mountains.
The Guest House on Bowen Island 1372 Mount Gardner Road Bowen Island More Info ...	Our beautiful 700 sq ft fully self-contained cottage is on Bowen Island near Killarney Lake. Situated on a forested acreage. Sleeps 4. Perfect for those romantic getaways or simply a special place to relax and unwind from every day pressures. Phone 604 947-0014.
Wildwood Lane Cottages 1321 Adams Road Bowen Island More Info ...	We are located on Bowen Island, at the end of a private country lane. Our five log chalets invite you to relax and enjoy a luxury vacation. Set on 10 acres of forest and meadow where foxgloves and ferns abound, ours is an ideal for a quiet escape from the city. Outdoors, you'll luxuriate in our wooden hot tub and Swedish sauna; indoors, you'll appreciate the comfort of down duvets and bathrobes.
Tree Tops 364 Creek Road Bowen Island More Info ...	Romantic Secluded ocean view retreat on Bowen Island. Spectacular views of Howe Sound and North Shore Mountains. 7 minute drive from the ferry and Snug Cove. TreeTops suite provides all the amenities of home + quiet and privacy. Four persons can be accommodated comfortably, with room for six, should the need arise.
Lazy Bowen Hideaway 1475 Cleator Road Bowen Island More Info ... Amenities	Our Bowen Island waterfront cottage is a hideaway: a comfortably furnished, medium high bank waterfront home nestled at Eagle Cliff on Bowen Island's east side with a spectacular southern view of Vancouver and UBC. The spacious living space, 2 bedrooms, and one bath will accommodate up to 5 guests. Be Lazy for a weekend or an extended stay at the Lazy Bowen Hideaway.

Bowen Lodge by the Sea	B&B	Bowen Island	380 Cardena Road
Doc Morgan's Inn	Hotel	Bowen Island	Snug Cove
Shallon at Eaglecliff	B&B	Bowen Island	1515 Eaglecliff Road
Snugglers Cottage	Hotel	Bowen Island	439 Bowen Trunk Road
The Lodge at The Old Dorm	B&B	Bowen Island	460 Melmore Road

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