Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail
Overview
Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail is managed by National Park Service and is located near Annapolis, Maryland. People first arrived in the Chesapeake Bay during the last ice age. As glaciers melted, diverse societies learned to thrive in a world of water. When Englishman Captain John Smith explored the Bay in 1608, he documented hundreds of American Indian communities. Today, sites on his map are archeological treasures and sacred sites for tribal citizens. Come join us on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay!
Things to Do at Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail
Recreation Activities
Popular activities at Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail include:
Nearby Activities
- Boating
- Paddling
Plan Your Visit
Getting There
The water trail is 3,000 miles long and there are countless places to explore it. The trail's headquarters and main visitor center is at Colonial National Historical Park - Historic Jamestowne. For an internet map search or GPS, use the following: Historic Jamestowne Visitor Center, 1368 Colonial Parkway, Jamestown, Virginia 23081.
GPS Coordinates: 38.97160100000000, -76.48335500000000
Contact & Resources
Phone: (757) 856-1220
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