Chesapeake Bay
District of Columbia, New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, Delaware
Free entry
Over 41 million acres are connected through the waters that flow to and through Chesapeake Bay. The National Park Service strives to connect people to the opportunities and adventures throughout the watershed. Inspiring stewardship across this vast region supports recreation, business, tourism, learning, and a thriving natural resource for all to enjoy.
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No entrance fee.
Hours
All Park Hours above refers to the core hours the Chesapeake Bay Program Office is open. This program office manages the National Park Service's responsibilities under the Chesapeake Bay Initiative and the Chesapeake Gateways & Water Trails Network. The office core hours are from 9 am to 4 pm Monday through Friday. The office is closed on federal holidays. Quite frequently, the office is open for business at least one hour earlier and one hour later than core hours.
Conditions
Weather now: ☀️ Clear, 84°F
🌧️ 91°/70°
🌦️ 75°/69°
☁️ 82°/61°
Things to do
Chronic Sailing
Paddle the Sassafras River Water Trail
Bay Venture Outfitters, North East, MD
Riverside Adventure Company Outfitter
James River Batteau Company
Annapolis Sailing Cruises: Schooner Woodwind
Explore Historic Annapolis on Foot
Paddle the Baltimore Blueway
Not an official safety source — always defer to NPS.gov and rangers for life-safety decisions.
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