Whether you paddle, sail, or motor—whether you are a novice, veteran, or would-be boater—now you can experience the Smith trail at its best—by water! Begin your water adventures with A Boater’s Guide to the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail.
Where do we need more boat ramps or fishing piers, places to swim, or scenic spots to bird watch or just look at the water? Give us your input about where new access is most needed to the Chesapeake Bay and tributary rivers.
The new CJS Geotrail offers adventurers more than 40 sites on 5 rivers highlighting places associated with Captain John Smith's explorations 400 years ago.
Photographer Ian Plant shares his favorite places along the John Smith trail for “shutterbugs.” His photo destinations represent the Bay’s great diversity, and his photography tips suggest when and where to get your best shots.
To find a place, use the dropdown below:
All-Day Transit Sail
Enjoy a morning bird walk in the Fort McHenry wetlands.
Help remove non-native invasive species from ACLT properties
Paddle, sail, or motor using the official Boater’s Guide.
What’s so smart about buoys marking the water trail?
Get involved with the Chesapeake Conservancy.
Select places and events to create your own custom itinerary.
