Bowen Lighthouse Walk Happening This Month

During winter, only once or twice a year, a special day occurs when the tides are low enough for people to walk to Bowen’s Lighthouse.

This year Ingham resident Mary Brown is travelling down from Ingham to complete the walk alongside her family.

This walk is special Mary not only because of the rarity of the tide, but because her mother grew up on Bowen’s lighthouse island.

“There’s just a bit of connection there that I really like, and I want to do that walk desperately,” said Ms Bowen.

“I think it's fantastic, it's sensational the concept of being able to walk at low tide twice a year over there.

“I never had the opportunity to come with mum, and I actually haven’t been to the lighthouse yet”

Manager of Bowen Tourism and Business, Leanne Abernethy, said the annual ‘Walk to the Lighthouse’ is a great activity which happens each year in Bowen.
 
“We only recommend you walk when the lowest tide is below 0.2m, this is to ensure you don’t get stuck as we don’t want anyone having to swim back!” she said.
 
“In 2024, the lowest tide of the year will occur about 3.25pm on Monday, August 19.
 
“We recommend you leave about one hour before the lowest tide to ensure you have enough time to walk across, check out the lighthouse and walk back.
 
“We also recommend you wear reef shoes or an old pair of sneakers as you will get wet – and please be very aware of the marine life as you will see starfish and sea cucumbers.
 
“Please be careful not to damage any coral.”

WHAT: Bowen Lighthouse Walk
WHERE: Bowen
WHEN: August 19

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Walking to Bowen Lighthouse is only possible at low tide once or twice a year. Photo supplied

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