On the Water

For centuries, the Chesapeake Bay has served as a beacon for trade, transport, adventure and wonder in the Mid-Atlantic. The Bay is fed by more than 100,000 tributaries—from major rivers to tiny headwater streams; the Bay itself has over 11,684 miles of shoreline – that's more shoreline than the entire U.S. West Coast! As the largest estuary in the U.S., you can rest assured that there’s plenty of ways to explore and make memories on the water.

Whether you’re up for fishing, swimming, boating or even diving, there’s a trip idea for you. Learn more about the best places to explore the Chesapeake Bay region by water below.