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Bowden | Alberta

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Region:

Central Alberta

Known For:

World’s Largest Baseball Glove | Bowden SunMaze | Roadside attractions | Prairie landscapes | Family stops | Open skies

Best For:

Photo Stops | Family Fun | Roadside Attractions | Prairie Drives

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Red Lodge Guest Ranch & Ropes Course

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This beautiful historical family-owned ranch is run by the Bradshaw family, inviting guests to come to experience the country life for more than 25 years. The ranch grounds include a restaurant, 17 rustic cabins, a meeting hall, an indoor riding area, and more! They offer a wide variety of activities for everyone, such as working […]

Red Lodge Provincial Park

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This provincial park is located about 15 km west of Bowden, along the shores of the Little Red Deer River. The campground has 41 campsites for guests and accommodates RVs, with a general supply store that sells firewood. For those who want to visit with their children, the park also has a playground for them […]

Bowden Sun Maze & Eagle Creek Farms

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Gardens open from August to September This gorgeous sunflower maze is spread over 10 acres of land, with patches of organic sunflowers as far as the eye can see. They also have 3 acres of u-pick flowers and vegetables that can be harvested in their gardens from early August to mid-September. They offer a selection […]

Pearson’s Berry Farm

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This berry farm was the first commercial orchard of Saskatoon Berries in the world, founded in 1969. They have shared their techniques for growing berries in Canadian prairies, helping other orchards grow in Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Their specialty revolves around handcrafted gourmet baked goods and food products. They use local fruits and ingredients to make […]

Bowden Pioneer Museum

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Open from early June to late August The local museum is located in a historic Anglican Church, operated by the Bowden Historical Society. Visitors can learn more about the past of the town of Bowden and explore its captivating artifacts, with guided tours offered to guests. It contains many historical photos captured by a local […]

Starlite Diner Car

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This old-fashioned diner car has a friendly atmosphere that takes you back in time, offering flavorful Canadian cuisine to visitors. Their menu includes amazing hamburgers, roasted sandwiches, poutine, pancakes, milkshakes, delicious coffee, and much more. The staff is very friendly to their customers, contributing to the distinguished service of this restaurant. Beloved by local citizens, […]

Bowden Hi-Way Golf Course

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The local golf course proposes a nine-hole fun getaway for novice and experienced golfers. They have wide fairways and tricky greens, allowing golfers to test their skills or simply have a fun outing. This family-friendly place has everything you need, from Jack’s Kitchen in the clubhouse and a Gasoline Alley 18 minutes away. They occasionally […]

Jack’s Kitchen

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This serene restaurant is located in the clubhouse of the Bowden Hi-Way Golf course, providing Western and Chinese cuisine. This restaurant is owned by a wonderful local family and is renowned for having some of the best Chinese food in Central Alberta. Many reviews praise their ginger beef, sweet and sour pork, and lemon chicken. […]

River Ridge RV Park

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Open from May 1st to September 30th This RV community grants a comfortable retreat to visitors who want to come camping in the Bowden area. They are a pet-friendly place with 70 full-service sites, which are welcoming to children and families alike. They have an extra site for those with their trailers and offer a […]

Bowden Igloo Arena

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A local ice rink is a great place for people to play hockey or go skating. They are home to Bowden’s Minor Hockey league and their Figure Skating Club. The arena is an esteemed space for recreational activity in the winter but can also be booked in spring and summer for other activities such as […]

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