All-Chesapeake Bay Cruising Guide

Eastern and Western Shores, Norfolk to the C&D Canal

Up-to-date, quick-reference guide for anchorages, marinas, haulouts, and services in the Chesapeake Bay

$49.17 USD

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Simplify Your Journey with the Chesapeake Bay Cruising Guide

Simplify every trip on the Chesapeake Bay with this comprehensive cruising guide. Designed to save you time and stress, it provides clear answers to all your essential questions—whether you're planning your route, finding safe anchorages, or locating services—so you can spend more time enjoying the water.

Whether you're exploring the Eastern Shore, Western Shore, or winding through rivers and creeks, this guide helps you find:

Anchorages with detailed info on depths, wind protection, tide ranges, and pet-friendly spots
Marinas and free docks with fuel, water, groceries, showers, and pump-outs
Bridges, including heights, opening times, and contact details
Navigation alerts for hazards, shoaling, and currents
Haulout facilities, with details on length, weight, beam, and DIY-friendly options

Updated as of April 2024, this guide ensures you have the latest information for a safe and enjoyable cruise.

Why It’s Different • Answers at a Glance

This guide is organized first by what you need—fuel, anchorages, bridges—then by location, making it faster to find what you’re looking for. No lengthy descriptions and no charts—just clear tables to pinpoint the information you need without delay.

How to Use • Quick Steps for Finding What You Need

Designed to answer your questions quickly, this guide makes navigating the Chesapeake stress-free:

Go to the Right Section: Tabs help you find what you need—fuel, anchorages, bridges, or facilities.
Find Your Column: Look for details like wind protection, bridge heights, or marina services.
Locate the ✔: Organized clockwise from Norfolk, including all major rivers, each ✔ pinpoints the resource closest to your location.

Anchorage Names: All anchorage names are Active Captain names, which can be overlaid on any navigation app.

For PDF Users:

Clickable tabs let you jump straight to the right section.
Searchable bookmarks make it easy to navigate the table of contents.
Clickable links for phone numbers and websites simplify planning.
Download to multiple devices used on the same boat for flexibility.

Your Choice: Print, PDF, or a Discount for Both

Select the format that works best for your cruising style:

Spiral-Bound Print Guide: Built for life in the cockpit with bright tabs, waterproof and tear-resistant pages, and a glare-resistant matte finish. The spiral binding lies flat for hands-free use.
Instant PDF Download: Available immediately after purchase—no shipping needed. Includes clickable links for phone numbers and marina websites, a searchable table of contents, and clickable tabs to navigate between sections. Perfect for tablets and smartphones.
Want Both? Add both to your cart, and the PDF will be automatically discounted to 50% off!

Whichever format you choose, this guide keeps essential information at your fingertips.

Made in USA • Built to Last • Environmentally Friendly

Designed in the USA; printed in the USA on American-made recyclable synthetic paper using environmentally-friendly soy-based inks at a facility that is completely wind-powered. Minimal packaging. Tough enough to handle life on a boat, it won’t tear, degrade, or smear, even in humid conditions or if you have sunscreen on your hands.

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At The Boat Galley, we’re all cruisers. We know the joys—and the challenges—of boat life. The steep learning curve, costly mistakes, and hours spent searching for answers can be overwhelming. We’ve been there. That’s why we’ve created practical tools, trusted resources, and real-world guides to help you skip the frustrations and focus on enjoying your cruising life.