Sightseeing & Historical Landmarks
Nowhere else in the Chesapeake Bay can you find such a diverse range of awe-inspiring paddling experiences within a 3-mile radius. We'll be your guide on how to get down to the water on the Baltimore Blueway!
Points of Interest can be found near access points. Landmarks(Waypoints) can be found along Water Trails.
Rye Street Park
Newly opened park located in Baltimore Peninsula. This park is host to many events, including outdoor fitness classes, dance lessons, movie nights, and more!
Patapsco Valley State Park - Belle Grove Area
Paddle right beneath the 295 overpass that crosses the Patapsco River and connects Cherry Hill with the Linthicum Heights area.
Cherry Hill Park
Paddle under this overpass that crosses the Patapsco River and connects Brooklyn and Cherry Hill.
Broening Park
Home to the Maryland Vietnam Veterans Memorial as well as a two-lane boat launching ramp complete with courtesy docks and parking for approximately 40 boat trailers.
West Covington Park
Experience high-quality seafood with regional flair and breathtaking waterfront views at Rusty Scupper. Live piano music, attentive service, and seasonal cuisine create an unforgettable dining experience.
Middle Branch Park
Middle Branch Park offers stunning views of Baltimore's skyline, wildlife watching, and a peaceful boardwalk stroll. This 150-acre park was once an auto junkyard but is now the largest natural shoreline in Baltimore Harbor.
National Aquarium
The National Aquarium, opened in 1981, is a leading aquarium in the US. It showcases thousands of marine species and has a mission to inspire conservation. It also focuses on regional and global conservation initiatives to protect marine life.
National Aquarium Floating Wetlands
The National Aquarium is creating a floating wetland that enhances water quality and restores ecological balance. The future 16,000 sq. ft. wetland serves as a life support system for blue crabs and oysters. A prototype is being currently monitored for biodiversity and water quality with promising results.
Mr. Trash Wheel
Mr. Trash Wheel is a popular social media figure and Baltimore icon. He's a semi-autonomous trash collector stationed at outfalls, using solar and hydro power to remove tons of waste from the water.
Bond Street Floating Islands
Baltimore's Waterfront Partnership and Brown Advisory teamed up to create a floating wetland to restore tidal wetlands and improve the waterfront environment. The wetland is home to local vegetation and supports aquatic creatures.
Professor Trash Wheel
Meet Professor Trash Wheel, a semi-autonomous trash interceptor that loves gentle currents, sea otters, and women in science. Find her at Harris Creek Outfall, gobbling flotsam after a storm.