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.
West Shore Park
West Shore Park offers stunning views of Baltimore's Inner Harbor, with a lawn area, pavilions, gardens, seating, and a fountain. It hosts public events and free fitness classes.
USS Constellation
Take a step back in time on this U.S. Navy sloop-of-war, the only surviving ship from the Civil War Era and Baltimore Inner Harbor’s Crown Jewel.
World Trade Center
The World Trade Center Baltimore is a prestigious office building created by renowned architect I.M. Pei. Located on Pratt Street, it boasts breathtaking vistas of the city and harbor, making it a highly sought-after location for businesses in Baltimore.
LV116 Chesapeake
Considered to be one of the most efficent lightships of its time, the Chesapeake guided maritime traffic along the Chesapeake Bay for over 20 years.
USCG Cutter 37
A U.S. Coast Guard Cutter with over 50 years of extensive service in war and peacetime, the USCG Cutter 37 is one of the most famous of its class built.
Sevenfoot Knoll Lighthouse
Used as a navigation aid for ships in the mid 19th century, this screw-pile lighthouse displays the isolated lifestyles on men and women at sea.
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.
Broadway Pier
Broadway Pier was a busy seaport turned modern space for boats and ships. The wharves once served ferries from different parts of the harbor, including Locust Point, which was a point of entry for immigrants.
Sagamore Pendry
The Sagamore Pendry, formerly known as the Recreation Pier, was built in 1914 as a commercial pier and has a rich history. After undergoing costly restoration, it was reopened in March 2017 as a luxury hotel.
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.
Mini Statue of Liberty - Lighthouse Point Marina
A small Statue of Liberty is tucked away at the southeastern corner of Lighthouse Point Marina, a hidden treasure for boaters and paddlers.
Clifton Street Float Bridge
The Clifton Street Float Bridge was a lift device that offloaded PRR train cars onto ferries to Whetstone Point, saving time and avoiding a circuitous trip from the north.