Bowmanville lies along Lake Ontario’s edge offering a breath of fresh air and a relaxed vibe compared to Toronto, which is 75 kilometres west. Historic Downtown Bowmanville has instantly makes you feel at home, with brick buildings that whisper stories from the 1800s and streets that come alive during apple picking season thanks to Maplefest and Applefest, two street festivals run by the local business community.
Most mornings here begin strolling toward a café downtown, with shops, eateries, and services laid out like a local’s living room. Green space isn’t far away either as you can stretch your legs at Lord Elgin Park, Bons Park, or Baseline Park, and when you’re craving a waterfront escape, Darlington Provincial Park is just south of town, with gentle moraine hills and Lake Ontario’s breezy shoreline.
