The Bow River runs along the Northern edge of the park, with winding walking & bike trails for outdoor enthusiasts. A beautiful lagoon offers skating in the winter & paddle boating in the summer. The park also has picnic sites & firepits, Tea House, playgrounds & a ridable miniature railway. Nearby is Shouldice Park with its Arena, Athletic & Aquatic Parks – a 28 hectare lying along the Western edge of the neighbourhood. Tennis courts & sports fields, playgrounds, picnic sites & baseball diamonds makes it a popular destination year-round.

Bowness offers its own community association, which sponsors many activities throughout the year including a Harvest Fair, Christmas Craft Fair and Christmas dinner.  The Tour de Bowness Street Festival is an exciting street festival with great food vendors, live music, local artisans as well as a the cycling race - is a very popular event in the community.

In addition, there are two main retail malls close by. Market Mall and Crowfoot Centre are both only a short distance away. The charm and unique flavour, coupled with the amenities provided and the wide range of housing options in Bowness make the homes for sale in Bowness perfect for individuals that enjoy nature, beauty and premier amenities close by.