July 15, 2026

Crowds Flock To Lighthouse Walk

Walkers exploring the exposed rock Photo supplied: Bowen Tourism.  

Hundreds of locals and visitors took advantage of this week's exceptionally low tides to make the popular walk from Dalrymple Point to the historic North Head Lighthouse, enjoying one of Bowen's most unique natural attractions.

The walk, only possible when tides fall below 0.2 metres, leads visitors about one kilometre across the exposed seabed to the lighthouse, one of the oldest in North Queensland.  

Child braves the low tide opportunity Photo supplied: Bowen Tourism.

This offers a unique view across Edgecumbe Bay. Along the way, walkers can spot colourful coral, rock pools and an array of marine life revealed by the receding tide.  

If you missed out in July, there are still two opportunities to complete the walk, with low tides forecast for August. Walkers should leave well before low tide to allow plenty of time for the return journey.

Low Tides Times:  

August 11th - 2.48pm  

August 12 - 3.31pm  

100s march for the lighthouse this July Photo supplied: Bowen Tourism.