Upper Chesapeake Cruising Destinations

[Bob K]

We will be sailing the upper Chesapeake next week - planning to cruise the Sassafras, and Bohemia rivers, as well as see the C&D canal. We have never been to this area, and would appreciate any recommendations for good anchorages, marinas, fishing spots for the kids, places to see, etc.

Thanks ahead,
Bob

[Jeff_McKinney]

Bob,

The currents in the C & D canal can be challenging. Be sure to check the tide tables and direction of flow. If you can't avoid going against the flow be sure to hug the right side of the channel in either direction. The depth is pretty good along the tripod telephone poles and the current flow is a lot less in the shallower water. Besides, dodging the big guys is no fun if you are going 5-6 knots and they are doing 8-10. 

Chesapeake City is a nice stop. The boat basin entrance was dredged last year, but tends to accumulate sand near the entrance. If you are interested there is a nice museum about the canal's history. It closes at 1600.

Have a great trip.

[sailmed]

Have had many an excellent meal at the Granary in the Georgetown basin on the Sassafras.
Views are beautiful ay sunset.  Hope you enjoy your trip.

[Bob K]

Thanks for the tips - Bob