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Approximate area. The map shows only a rough area for this place, not an exact location.
Real history
Founded in 1878 as Alma, the town was renamed six months later for shopkeeper William Bowes; Bowesmont had 131 people in 1940. After the 1997 Red River flood the federal government bought the properties and removed or moved the buildings. Former residents still gather at the church each July (Wikipedia).
Ghost stories
We found no well-sourced ghost legends for this place. It is listed for its abandoned history.
Then and now
Public access
Access unverified No official access page was found. The map pin is approximate. Last checked: Nov 1, 2026.
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