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Chesapeake Bay Cruising Ground - US East Coast
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Chesapeake Bay Cruising Ground

Historic towns, sheltered tributaries, crab culture, Annapolis.

Ranking #1
37.8000°N, -76.1000°W
US East CoastAtlantic Ocean

Chesapeake Bay Cruising Ground

Historic towns, sheltered tributaries, crab culture, Annapolis.

Ranking: #1
15 destinations in region
Lat: 37.8000, Lon: -76.1000

Marinas & Facilities

5 guest marinas, transient docks, and facilities cruisers use in this area

Annapolis Yacht Club

2 Compromise Street

Transient slips
$3.00/ft/night approx
LOA 60
Draft 6
Diesel
Pump-out
Water
30A
Showers

A premier yacht club with excellent facilities and dining options.

Oxford Bay Marina

100 Oxford Rd

Transient slips
$2.25/ft/night approx
LOA 45
Draft 5
Diesel
Pump-out
Water
30A
Showers

A peaceful marina with easy access to the Tred Avon River.

Solomons Yacht Club

14450 Solomons Island Rd

Transient slips
$2.50/ft/night approx
LOA 50
Draft 5
Diesel
Pump-out
Water
30A
Showers

Friendly atmosphere with a great view of the Patuxent River.

St. Michaels Marina

1000 Marina Dr

Transient slips
$2.75/ft/night approx
LOA 60
Draft 6.5
Diesel
Pump-out
Water
30A
Showers

Located in a charming town with shops and restaurants nearby.

Tangier Island Marina

Transient slips
$2.00/ft/night approx
LOA 40
Draft 4
Pump-out
Water
30A

A unique destination with a rich history and local culture.

About Chesapeake Bay Cruising Ground

Largest U.S. estuary and repeatedly described as a premier East Coast cruising ground.

Norfolk to Havre de Grace including Annapolis, Solomons, St Michaels, Oxford, Tangier and tributaries.

Status Note: Core favorite.

Key Topics

Annapolis
Solomons
St Michaels
Tangier
blue crab

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