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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
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 access is dependent upon weather conditions.  As the Trail is still in planning stages, there have been no official designations of water access points.

For more information on operating hours and seasons, please contact the sites you plan to visit.

A barb from a cownose ray  

Did You Know?
Captain John Smith was stung by a ray at Stingray Point during his journey on the summer of 1608. He was stabbing them with a short sword to catch them and it was likely a cownose ray that jabbed him back. Smith suffered extreme pain, but the ray suffered worse – it ended up as his evening meal.

Last Updated: March 26, 2007 at 10:02 EST