Bowen is popular all year round!
Bowen is popular all year round! Plans are underway at DRD HQ for 2023. Organisers are urging enthusiastic competitors, spectators, and sponsors to book their (off DRD HQ) accommodation immediately if they have not already done so when leaving DRD after the race last...
Top 5 Bowen Dinner Spots
With rich soils and sun-drenched days, Bowen is surrounded by some of the world’s finest produce. So, it’s no wonder that its restaurants and cafes serve up some fine fare. Here are five of our favourites, in no particular order. 1. Grand View Hotel You’ll feel like a...
Bowen’s Best Beaches
Bowen is home to world-class beaches. Palm-tree lined, pristine stretches of sand kissed by stunningly-clear water. When the race is over you’re definitely going to want to set aside some time to put your toes in the sand. Bowen Foreshore - water sports in the town...
Family Fun
Looking to spend some quality family time in Bowen - Bowen Tourism have a Self Drive Itinerary! A playground of adventure for all ages is on offer at the Top of the Whitsundays! Safe and protected beaches (perfect for sandcastle building & snorkelling), natural...
Bowen – Your Four Day Family Getaway!
Bowen offers families the perfect getaway, combining true relaxation with coastal adventures that will keep you wanting more. The whole family will be thrilled with the diversity of activities and fun-filled discoveries waiting around every corner. DAY 1 ARRIVE IN...
Bowen – the perfect Spring getaway
With fringing reefs, secluded beaches and plenty of accommodation options, Bowen is the perfect location for the family to enjoy a Spring getaway. Known for Australia’s famous mangoes, Bowen is also the salad bowl of the north producing tomatoes, capsicums, corn and...
DRD published in Driven Women Magazine 2023
Where is the Don River Dash held and how do I get there?
The Don River Dash is held in the beautiful Whitsundays town of Bowen, North Queensland. Bowen is 200km south of Townsville and 200km north of Mackay. It is also easily accessible through the Whitsunday Airport that is 1 hour and 12 minutes drive from Bowen.
Is the Don River Dash family friendly?
Is there entertainment over the weekend?
Yes, Watch this space for updates!
Where can we stay in Bowen if we aren’t camping?
With so many gorgeous beaches to explore, Bowen has plenty of motels, hotels, resorts and other accommodation options to stay in. Check out our Stay and Play page to find the accommodation that suits you best.
Will there be radio commentary of the race?
Yes, there will be live commentary on free-to-air FM radio. More info to come!
Where is the best place for spectators to view the race?
Where is the best place for spectators to park?
Can spectators watch the race in the river bed?
Short answer is NO.
QLD Police will be assisting DRD officials to move all spectators out of the Riverbed for the safety of the Competitors and Spectators.
Notice to Spectators: Spectators are warned that Motorsport is dangerous, and accidents can and do happen. All care is taken to protect the public, but spectators are warned that there is a possibility of an accident-causing personal injury, death, economic loss or property damage.
The spectator acknowledges that entry into the vicinity of the event has a degree of danger and that the promoter, clubs, corporations, organisations, participants and other persons having any connection with the promoting, organising or conduct of the event shall have no liability, either in tort or contract, for any personal injury, death, economic loss or loss of property, whether caused by negligence or otherwise, to the spectator except in regard to any rights that spectator may have arising under the Civil Liability Act 2003 (QLD) and the Australian Consumer Law.
Further detailed information available: Standing Regulations.
Will there be toilet facilities available?
Where can we stay in Bowen?
Upon nominations, competitors can register and pay to stay at DRD HQ (Bowen Showgrounds) Spectators can book accommodation via our website www.donriverdash.com.au by selecting the BOOK HERE button.
