Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail
Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail
Imagine a world of deep, ancient forests, strong, proud people and water teeming with life. Such was the Chesapeake that Captain John Smith and his fellow travelers encountered on their journeys through this “goodly bay” and its rivers. Follow in the wake of Smith's journeys on the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail, America's first national water trail.
IN DEPTH
Park Regulations & Safety Park Planning Captain John Smith Trail Legislation On December 19, 2006, President George W. Bush signed legislation establishing the Capt. John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail - the first...read more
Things To Do Things To Do There are many ways to experience the Trail and to learn about the history of Smith's historic journeys, the lives of American Indians, and the...read more
Planning Your Visit Plan Your Visit Follow in the wake of Smith's journeys on the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail, America's first national water trail. Experiencing the Bay first-hand, you...read more
In A Nutshell Operating Hours & Seasons In general, the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail is open continuously year-round. Some access points may be closed in winter months, and all...read more
RECENT NEWS
- New Online Tools for Exploring First National Water Trail November 2, 2009
- Ideas to spout as Smith trail becomes national park October 12, 2009
- NOAA, Park Service to Enhance Visitors' Chesapeake Experiences November 4, 2008
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