This guide provides essential navigational information for mariners exploring the Chesapeake Bay. It details critical data for safe passage, including channel depths, aids to navigation, anchorages, and marinas, covering the entire bay system from the Susquehanna River to the Atlantic Ocean.

This publication is a standard resource for recreational boaters and professional mariners operating on the Chesapeake Bay. Its annual updates ensure that users have access to the most current navigational data, making it an indispensable tool for planning and executing voyages. The guide is valued for its comprehensive coverage and practical utility in a complex waterway. Its continued release year after year signifies its established role in the boating community.