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Three Publishers: One Gold Standard from Explorer Chartbooks for the Bahamas

Being up-to-date and informed on your next voyage to the Bahamas has reached a new plateau.Waterway Guide Media, Explorer Chartbooks,...

Crossing the Caicos Bank

The Caicos Bank is an almost circular atoll, 60 miles across at its widest point, approximately 1.8 to 3.8 meters/6...

Cruising through Hilton Head Island, SC

Hilton Head Island - ICW Mile 553 to Mile 565A bustling but beautiful year-round resort, Hilton Head Island, is probably...

Resources for Navigating the ICW

Some say, just follow the Aid to Navigation (ATONs). Others say pay more attention to the chart. Others have favorites...

Crossing the Gulf Stream

Crossing the Gulf Stream is like traversing a wide, moving walkway–your boat is being steadily pushed northward. The longer you...

Anchoring in the Florida Keys

Anchoring in the Keys has some unique challenges but is well worth the effort. The bottom may be sand, rock...

Discover the Ultimate Boating Companion

At Waterway Guide, we understand the importance of having a reliable, comprehensive, and user-friendly tool to enhance your boating experience....

Bridge & Lock Schedules of the Atlantic ICW

This guide provides a comprehensive look at the scheduled openings and clearance heights of drawbridges, an indispensable tool for planning...

The Unique Geography of the Bahamas and Its Challenges

A great part of the beauty and lore of The Bahamas is the geography. This same geography is what makes...

Navigating from Port Arthur to Galveston Bay

From Louisiana to Mexico, the Texas coast covers over 400 miles. To the south, 113-mile-long Padre Island is the longest...

Cruising North & South Bimini

For many coming from the southern parts of Florida, Bimini is the main point of entry into The Islands of...

Cruising the Florida Keys

The 125-mile-long arc of islands that make up the Florida Keys create a unique environment for exploration by land or...

Waterway Guide Mobile App Update

Waterway Guide, the trusted source for boating and cruising information, is excited to announce the release of a significant update...

Tracks vs Routes - What's the Difference?

What's the difference between a track and a route? Which is best for you? To begin, be aware that tracks...

Cruising The Western Gulf Coast

The protected Gulf Intracoastal Waterway (GIWW) route arcs 870 miles from Pensacola to the Rio Grande. Expect to encounter a...

Cross-Sound Distances on Long Island Sound

The following is a selection of major cruising stops on Long Island Sound and the distances between them. It is...

Cruising Long Island Sound

Long Island Sound packs history, high-tech boating and fun in an estuary that stretches 90 nm between New York City...

Navigating the Florida Panhandle

For the cruising boat that reaches St. Georges Sound (and has a vertical clearance of less than 48 feet) it...

Navigating the C&D Canal

The Chesapeake & Delaware (C&D) Canal provides a safe, time-saving passage between Delaware Bay and the Chesapeake Bay. The 12-mile-long...

Northern Cruising Grounds of the Bahamas

The Abacos are a wonderful place to start or end your exploration of The Bahamas. In many ways, the Abacos...

Using an iPad Pro 12.9 for Navigation

Note: Bob Sherer (Bob423) is a contributing editor who posts navigation alerts across Waterway Guide's various platforms. Noted for his...

Navigating the Dismal Swamp Canal

For those who want to consider the Dismal Swamp Canal when transiting the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River at...

Locking Through the Erie Canal

There are 57 locks on the entire New York State Canal System. You will pass through 35 locks navigating the...

Cruising Nantucket Sound, MA

Nantucket Sound is an exciting and tempestuous body of water due to its well-marked shoals and it is a fabulous...

Side Trip to Martha's Vineyard

A distance of less than 4 nm divides Martha's Vineyard from the southern shore of Cape Cod. The Vineyard is...

Better Than Uncle Weatherby? Just Look Up!

Anybody who was borne prior to, say, 1970, can remember the newscaster/weatherman Tex Antoine, aka, Uncle Weatherby. While weather forecasting...

Cruising Through Lower South Carolina

BEAUFORT, SOUTH CAROLINA 32' 25.767ᵒN 080' 40.467ᵒWSouth Carolina has numerous delightful small towns to explore, but two of our...

Navigating the Inlets of the Atlantic ICW

Cruising the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway (AICW) is a bit like driving down I-95. There are areas where amenities and conveniences...

Using Your iPhone or Tablet to Plan Boating Adventures with Waterway Guide

A short overview of how Waterway Guide shows you important details and points of interest when planning a boating trip....

A Special Force Endures: The US Coast Guard Auxiliary

Waterway Guide Media has forged a partnership intended to advance our company's dedication to, and the Coast Guard Auxiliary's mission...

The Big Bend: Anclote Key to Carrabelle

Navigation Notes on the Big BendThe 350-nm stretch from Anclote Key to Carrabelle across the Big Bend (also called "The...

Navigation Notes & Cruising Conditions of the New Jersey Intracoastal Waterway

The New Jersey Intracoastal Waterway (NJIWW) provides something for every taste, beginning with serious birdwatching in Cape May and including...

New Challenges at Mile Zero of AICW

If you are transiting the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway (AICW) either north or south bound in 2023, and beyond, you will...

Rules of the "Road" when Boating

Anyone planning to cruise U.S. waterways should be familiar with the rules of the road. Chapman Piloting: Seamanship and Small...

Finding Fuel Prices & Fuel Docks

Fuel prices and fuel dock locations are crucial factors that greatly impact the budget and overall experience of boaters. To...

Navigating the St. Lawrence River

By Michael O'ReillyBang! Splash! Crash! It's never good to be awakened by hitting the ceiling of your cabin berth… I quickly...

Best Practices for Navigating Port Security & Protections Zones

The U.S. Coast Guard and Customs and Border Patrol–both components of the Department of Homeland Security–handle port security in the...

Island Hopping in the Northeast

Look no further than Shelter Island, Fishers Island, Block Island, Martha's Vineyard, and Nantucket to find a sailor's wonderland of...

Finding the RIGHT Marina Using the Marina Comparison Chart

When it comes to boating, finding the right marina can greatly enhance your overall experience. WaterwayGuide.com's Explorer is an invaluable...

How To Find Marinas Before & During Your Boat Trips

Planning a boating trip involves several considerations, with one crucial aspect being the identification of suitable marinas along your intended...

Exploring the Choices on the Southern Bay

It can take a lifetime to explore the reaches of the Chesapeake Bay. Since most of us don't have this...

Cruising the ICW: Manteo, NC to Norfolk, VA

The final leg of our journey up the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway from Key West heads for port in Norfolk, Virginia—the terminus...

Using the Waterway Guide Mobile App

Watch a thorough overview of Waterway Guide's Mobile App: the most all-inclusive app available with Cruising Guidebooks, maps, point-of-interest and...

Explore the Albemarle Sound

Jump off the ICW and slow down! The Albemarle Sound covers 50 miles (east to west), from the Outer Banks...

Cruising the ICW: Swansboro to Belhaven

This leg of our journey up the ICW from Key West to Norfolk captures North Carolina coastal magic: a string...

Benefits of Becoming a Waterway Guide Member

Waterway Guide Subscriptions provide boaters with an array of practical benefits to enhance their cruising experiences. Our subscriptions offer the...

Florida’s Forgotten Coast Is a Great Looper’s Layover

Franklin County, along Florida's Northern Gulf Coast, is a boater's oasis with hundreds of miles of freshwater creeks, sloughs and...

Planning Your Boating Adventure with WaterwayGuide.com

When planning any great boating adventure, before leaving the dock you need to know the following: the weather along your...

Cruising the ICW: Savannah, GA to Charleston, SC

A South-to-North Cruise of the ICW from Savannah, GA to Charleston, SC - Collaboration with Coastal Living Magazine This leg of...

Cruising the ICW: Fernandina Beach to St. Simon's Island

A South-to-North Cruise of the ICW from Titusville to St. Augustine, Florida - Collaboration with Coastal Living Magazine This leg of...

Cruising the ICW: Titusville to St. Augustine

A South-to-North Cruise of the ICW from Titusville to St. Augustine, Florida - Collaboration with Coastal Living Magazine This sunny segment...

Navigating Florida’s Space Coast Area

Indian RiverIn what has come to be known as the Space Coast Area the coastal topography changes from a slender...

Avoiding Crab Pots & Trap Markers

Crabbing season is officially open on the Chesapeake Bay and North Carolina waters, and with it comes the fun of...

Cruising Adventure: The Bahamas Loop

What cruiser doesn't enjoy the sense of accomplishment that comes from crossing their own wake? Cruisers love loops…It's an efficient...

Chart Your Course: Top Boating Adventures for Your Bucket List!

In honor of National Bucket List Day on April 24th, we've put together the ultimate bucket list for cruisers! Add...

Biscayne Bay & Miami, Florida

At 35 miles long and up to 8 miles wide Biscayne Bay ranks as one of North America's great inland...

Cruising Marathon, Florida

Whether it's a weekend getaway or an extended stay, Marathon provides a unique boating and family destination paired with an...

Navigating the Florida Keys: Inside or Outside Route?

Extending in a sweeping southwesterly curve from Miami and the mainland, the Florida Keys offer a cruising experience unlike any...

A Cruising Itinerary for The Abacos

The small size of the Sea of Abaco means you can pick and choose destinations at will. If the wind doesn't...

NOAA Custom Chart Version 2.0 Released to the Public

Nautical chart generating service includes major new enhancementsNOAA Custom Chart is a web-based application that can generate a paper nautical...

NOAA Chart Offsets – Has this happened to you?

Have you ever been in the middle of a channel and found yourself aground? That happened on 11/23/2022 to Eric...

Waterway Guide Data Now Available with savvy navvy Navigation App

A new partnership between all-in-one navigation app savvy navvy and industry renowned Waterway Guide gives US boaters an enhanced user...

An Expert Look at Navigating Then & Now

Being on the water has always been adventurous. And for all the reasons that we love boating the one task...

Navigating: Then & Now

Being on the water has always been adventurous. And for all the reasons that we love boating the one task...

Locks & Locking Through

Many rivers in North America are a series of pools created by dams. When the dams also include locks, navigation...

Let's Talk About Bridge Basics

Bridges have to be factored in when planning a trip. Depending on where you cruise, you may be dependent on...

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