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Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic TrailA replica of John Smith's shallop
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Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail
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The Smith trail is the first national historic trail to follow a route on water. The historic routes cover approximately 3,000 miles of the Bay and its tributaries, and they may be accessed from hundreds of points throughout Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, and the District of Columbia.

More detailed information, including maps and trail guides, is available at many locations and water trails around the Chesapeake Bay. Visit www.smithtrail.net to discover the existing water trails that follow portions of John Smith’s historic journey and the many other sites that offer access to the trail.
Smith's Historic Routes
Captain Smith's Historic Routes
Take a closer look at Captain Smith's historic routes on the Chesapeake Bay.
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Two freighters docked in Baltimore.  

Did You Know?
Since the Colonial Era, the Chesapeake Bay has been critical to the world’s commerce. Today, approximately ninety million tons of imports and exports pass through the major ports of Hampton Roads and Baltimore each year.

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Last Updated: September 10, 2009 at 08:48 EST