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This forum is designated to document and comment on various points of interest and anchorages along the Potomac River. Feel free to provide your input and spots as well.

  1. Cobb Beach

    Located by Cobb Island, Cobb beach is a somewhat protected area just inland of Cobb Island. Your should always approach Cobb Island from the south,...

    Started by cowboyup, December 14th, 2009 08:14 PM
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  2. Boat Grassy Knoll

    Deep inside Brenton Bay is a small cove just perfect for eight or so boats. The cove is far enough inland to avoid skiers and other water craft found...

    Started by cowboyup, December 14th, 2009 08:12 PM
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  3. Boat Missle Cove

    In the vicinity of Dahlgren Range is a isolated cove perfect for a quiet evening on the water. Seldom used by boaters, this cove is usually empty of...

    Started by cowboyup, December 14th, 2009 08:10 PM
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  4. Boat Evans

    Located just before Saint Mary's Yachting center is Evan's. Evan's is a newly rebuilt restaurant with dockable access from Saint George Creek. You...

    Started by cowboyup, December 14th, 2009 08:08 PM
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  5. Boat Saint Mary's Yachting Center (Dennis Point)

    Located on your charts as Dennis Point Marina. Saint Mary's Yachting Center is found within the Saint Mary's River. Host of the Torpedo Grill, the...

    Started by cowboyup, December 14th, 2009 08:07 PM
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  6. Boat Madigan's

    Looking for a bit of the nostagic seashore boardwalk? Madigan's marks the northern most travel boundry for the Occoquan River. The water is as clean...

    Started by cowboyup, December 14th, 2009 08:05 PM
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  7. Boat Chapel Point

    Just up the Port Tobacco River (North of Gilligan's) is a State Park called Chapel Point. This point is a nice area to anchor and relax. some anchor...

    Started by cowboyup, December 14th, 2009 08:02 PM
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  8. Boat Gilligan's Pier

    Gilligan's Pier or Gilligan's for short is just north of the 301 Bridge. Gilligan's is Maryland's equivallent to Tims Rivershore and Tims 2....

    Started by cowboyup, December 14th, 2009 07:59 PM
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  9. Boat Pirate's Den

    In the area of Tim's 2? Tim's 2 a bit too crowded? Looking for something a bit off the beaten path? Pirate's Den might be your answer. Like Tim's 2,...

    Started by cowboyup, December 14th, 2009 07:39 PM
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  10. Boat Tims 2

    Equally famous as Tims Rivershore is Tims 2. Operated by the same family, Tims 2 is further south from Tims Rivershore off Fairview Beach. Tims 2...

    Started by cowboyup, December 14th, 2009 07:36 PM
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  11. Boat Scare Crow Point

    Scare Crow Point, aka Shark tooth Bay is an uncommon stop over spot. We often have an annual bon fire here and it is a great place for the kids to...

    Started by cowboyup, December 14th, 2009 07:34 PM
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  12. Boat Third Cove

    Rough weather? Belmont Bay a bit choppy? Just want to find a quiet spot to relax? Third Cove (in Mattawoman Creek) is a spot that can fill these...

    Started by cowboyup, December 14th, 2009 07:31 PM
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  13. Boat Paradise Cove

    An uncommon stop over spot is Paradise Cove (PC). PC is located just south of Tims Rivershore and used when the weather is a bit rough and the winds...

    Started by cowboyup, December 14th, 2009 07:24 PM
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    December 14th, 2009 07:24 PM Go to last post

  14. Boat Tim's Rivershore (Tims 1)

    Tims Rivershore, aka Tims 1, aka Tims North, is a staple of the river. A very common stop over spot for boaters looking for a genuine "crab shack"...

    Started by cowboyup, December 14th, 2009 07:22 PM
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    December 14th, 2009 07:22 PM Go to last post

  15. Boat Water's Edge (Wedge, The)

    The wedge is a slang term refering to The Water's Edge Restaurant. Formerlly known as Oasis (and often referred to as Oasis), the Wedge is a popular...

    Started by cowboyup, December 14th, 2009 07:19 PM
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  16. Boat Dead Man's Tavern

    What is Dead Man's Tavern (DMT)? Dead Man's Tavern is a gazebo graciously offered up as a spot to chill for those in the Aquia Creek area. We do hold...

    Started by cowboyup, December 14th, 2009 07:15 PM
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    December 14th, 2009 07:15 PM Go to last post

  17. Boat Dunes, The

    Deep in Mattawoman Creek is a small sand dune often visited by some boaters. Boats can get within a few feet of shore and still be safe from...

    Started by cowboyup, December 14th, 2009 07:12 PM
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    December 14th, 2009 07:12 PM Go to last post

  18. Boat Belmont Bay

    One of the most popular boating spots is Belmont Bay. Located near the mouth of the Occoquan River, Belmont Bay can typically have nearly one hundred...

    Started by cowboyup, December 14th, 2009 07:08 PM
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    December 14th, 2009 07:08 PM Go to last post

  19. Boat The Wall

    Georgetown has an area along the Potomac River where many boats tie up. Called "The Wall" the river walk sits fairly high above the waterline leaving...

    Started by cowboyup, December 14th, 2009 07:04 PM
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    December 14th, 2009 07:04 PM Go to last post

  20. Boat Three Sisters

    Three Sisters Islands (3 Sisters) is a small cluster of rocks in the upper northern portion of the Potomac River. Just passed "The Wall" in...

    Started by cowboyup, December 14th, 2009 06:58 PM
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    December 14th, 2009 06:58 PM Go to last post
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