Marinas in the Chesapeake

[Bill Stebbins]

I plan to bring my newly acquired CD28 FBpower from Oriental NC on the ICW through the Chesapeake and Delaware Bays and eventually to Lake Huron via Lake Ontario and the Trent Severn Canal. I am most interested in those of you, familiar particularly with the Chesapeake and Delaware, who might be able to give me tips on good marinas where we might stay en route or any special problems to watch out for. Of course any thoughts on the Hudson or Trent Severn would also be received gratefully



stebbins@umich.edu

[Andrew Blight]

I moved my CD30 up from the Southern Chesapeake to LI Sound this summer. I highly recommend my original home port marina of York River Yacht Haven, at Gloucester Point, VA - it's the best. On the way up the bay, I mostly took in some of the lovely anchorages, but did find much appreciated shelter one dark and stormy night at Rose Haven in Herring Bay - a bit resorty, but a good facility. I was not so happy with Cape May, after the long trip down the Delaware Bay. Poorly marked approaches to overcrowded marinas. But mine was a small, late in the day sample that may not do justice. The Farley State Marina at Atlantic City provided a pleasant break on the way up the NJ coast. Sandy Hook provides a restful anchorage at the end of the next leg. There has been some posting of information on lower Hudson marinas in recent times, if you look down the list.
Good luck!



blight@med.unc.edu

[Bob Davee]

On my way down to FL from Rockland Maine in CD 28 Power FB #124. Working backwards -- Stayed at Oriental Marina - great restaurant and marine supply store; then Coinjock Marina -another great restaurant; then Tidewater Marina in Portsmouth across the river from Norfolk VA - great everything; then Buzzards Point Marina at Reedville - low cost, layed back and very quiet (beautiful spot) - some fish processing plants but not bothersome; then a delightful anchorage behind Dobbins Island on the Magothy River; Then Shaffers at Chesapeake City on the C&D Canal - great restaurant (a little pricey) - plan some extra time here (go across to the South side and tie up at the Town Dock for a few hours and explore - I wish I could have stayed longer; Then to Atlantic City - Farley State Marina - Don't miss the buffet at the Trump Marina Casino - almost worth the trip. This is a high class marina a great facility. Your next stop will be the Big Apple and up the hudson - Good luck - I wish I were going.
Remember it's never calm on the Jersey shore.
Bob Davee



builder@midcoast.com

[Vallette]

I plan to bring my newly acquired CD28 FBpower from Oriental NC on the ICW through the Chesapeake and Delaware Bays and eventually to Lake Huron via Lake Ontario and the Trent Severn Canal. I am most interested in those of you, familiar particularly with the Chesapeake and Delaware, who might be able to give me tips on good marinas where we might stay en route or any special problems to watch out for. Of course any thoughts on the Hudson or Trent Severn would also be received gratefully

We sail on the Chesapeake and it is too wonderful to explain in a few words. Our favorite anchorages would fill a cruising guide. Just don't hurry, explore and have a ball. The Chesapeake Bay Cruising Guide is invaluable. Both Solomons and St. Michaels have laundromats and supermarkets within easy walking distance. Enjoy.

[sam]

I agree that York River Yacht Haven is one of the best marinas on the Chesapeake or most other places. They have (had) a free loaner car to use to go shopping.

[sam again]

When going from Oswego at the start of Lake Ontario to Trent Severn make sure to stop at the Confederation Basin Marina in Kingston Ontario. It is the best place for Kingston as it is right downtown. Kingston is a don't miss town. The 'brew pub' has great ales. Also try a White Mountain ice cream cone- always a long line but worth the wait. PS Canadian Marinas all monitor channel 68 not 16- don't you wish US marinas followed the same rule?

[Craig Scott]

You definitely should plan to visit Somer's Cove Marina in Crisfield, Maryland. It is large, has great facilities and very easy to get in and out of. There is deep water and wide channels leading all the way in. There are some very nice restaurants which serve the best crab dishes to be found anywhere. The slips are large and easy to get into and out of. It's getting to be well past the normal season now, so you'll almost have the place to yourselves. During the warmer months this is a bustling place full of power and sail. Have a nice trip.
Craig

I plan to bring my newly acquired CD28 FBpower from Oriental NC on the ICW through the Chesapeake and Delaware Bays and eventually to Lake Huron via Lake Ontario and the Trent Severn Canal. I am most interested in those of you, familiar particularly with the Chesapeake and Delaware, who might be able to give me tips on good marinas where we might stay en route or any special problems to watch ou

rphscott@aol.com

[Neil T]

I plan to bring my newly acquired CD28 FBpower from Oriental NC on the ICW through the Chesapeake and Delaware Bays and eventually to Lake Huron via Lake Ontario and the Trent Severn Canal. I am most interested in those of you, familiar particularly with the Chesapeake and Delaware, who might be able to give me tips on good marinas where we might stay en route or any special problems to watch out for. Of course any thoughts on the Hudson or Trent Severn would also be received gratefull

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Bill, I work at a marina about 36 miles north of Norfolk called "Horn Harbor Marina". We are located on Horn Harbor River just north of New Point Light, Mobjack Bay and the York River. We are open year round and have hot showers, gas and diesel, pump-out, ship stores and haul-out facilities if needed. There is deep water all the way to the marina, which is located about 2 miles from the entrance. We get many transients, some chose to tie up while many anchor out. I don't have a Cape Dory, but do have a Nicholson 32, which I keep at a mooring at the marina. The owner and family live at the marina and his name is Norm. The phone no. is 804 725-3223. A very low key place, out in the country. Hope to see you there. Neil



ntan@crosslink.net