About Waterway Guide
For over 75 years, Waterway Guide has been the trusted source for navigation, marina, and cruising information across inland and coastal waterways. Built on a foundation of accuracy and firsthand knowledge, we’ve earned our reputation as the go-to resource for boaters—from weekend cruisers to long-distance voyagers. Our team of editors, contributors, and on-the-water experts continually update and verify our content to ensure that boaters have the most current, dependable information wherever their travels take them.
Comprehensive Cruising Resources
Waterway Guide is more than just a guidebook—it’s a complete suite of tools designed to support your journey on the water.
Print Guides
Our iconic, regionally focused cruising guides have been a staple on the helm for generations. Covering the East Coast, Gulf Coast, Great Lakes, The Bahamas, and more, each guide includes mile-by-mile navigation, marina listings, anchorage information, bridge and lock data, and local insights to help you plan and cruise with confidence.
Shop Print Cruising GuidesDigital Subscriptions
Our digital subscriptions give you full access to the most up-to-date versions of our cruising guides—optimized for use on your phone, tablet, or desktop. Whether you’re planning at home or navigating underway, subscribers can view the latest content anywhere, anytime. Updates are made regularly by our team of editors, ensuring you always have the most current navigation, marina, and anchorage information at your fingertips.
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Waterway Explorer
Waterway Guide Explorer is our interactive, web-based planning tool designed to help boaters navigate with confidence. Whether you’re charting a seasonal migration or a spontaneous day trip, Explorer gives you access to real-time data and verified local knowledge—right from your desktop or tablet.
Our database is continually updated by our editorial team and cruising editors in the field, ensuring accuracy and reliability every step of the way. With advanced search and filtering tools, Explorer allows you to research destinations, compare marinas, and anticipate navigational challenges before you even leave the dock.
Explorer features include:
- Thousands of marinas with detailed amenity listings
- Anchorage locations with depth, holding, and protection info
- Fuel docks with current pricing and fuel types
- Service yards and on-the-water repair facilities
- Bridge clearances and opening schedules
- Locks with procedures and contact information
- Navigation Alerts updated daily for shoaling, hazards, and local notices
- Verified boater reviews and firsthand reports
- Local knowledge on provisioning, transportation, dining, and more
From high-level route planning to dockside decision-making, Explorer is your trusted resource for navigating the U.S. and Canadian waterways.
Mobile App
The Waterway Guide Mobile App mirrors much of the information found in Explorer, giving you reliable, on-the-go access to our comprehensive boating database. From planning your next stop to checking Navigation Alerts underway, the app is designed to support you throughout your journey.
With your Waterway Guide digital subscription, you can also access your entire library of cruising guides directly from the app—updated regularly to ensure you always have the latest information at your fingertips.
Whether you’re at the helm or exploring ashore, the Waterway Guide Mobile App keeps trusted tools and resources within reach.
Knowledge Center
The Waterway Guide Knowledge Center offers practical insights and expert content to help boaters navigate with confidence. From anchoring tips and seasonal safety checklists to gear recommendations and destination guides, each article is designed to inform and inspire your time on the water.
Our Weekly News email, delivered every Wednesday at 1:00 PM, features timely navigation updates and new articles—all curated to support your cruising lifestyle.
The Regions We Cover
Waterway Guide’s trusted regional cruising guides cover the most popular and well-traveled waterways in North America and the Caribbean. Each edition is packed with navigation advice, marina details, anchorages, and local knowledge specific to the region.
New York to Lake Erie including the NY Canal System; Lake Ontario & the Trent-Severn Waterway; Lake Erie & Lake St. Clair; & the Triangle & Down East Loops
Lake Huron (including Georgian Bay & North Channel) to Lake Superior (including St. Marys River) & Lake Michigan, plus Chicago to the Gulf of Mexico
Atlantic coast from Cape May, NJ, through Maine, including the Hudson River, Long Island Sound & Cape Cod Bay
Chesapeake Bay, Delaware Bay & the Delmarva Atlantic coast from Cape May, NJ, to Norfolk, VA
Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway from Norfolk, VA, to St. Marys River, GA
Florida’s East Coast, St. John’s River, Okeechobee Waterway, the Keys, Florida’s West Coast & the Gulf of Mexico to Bay St. Louis, MS
The Bahamas including Out Islands & the Turks and Caicos Islands
The country’s entire coast with departure points from the Florida Keys
South Florida from Fort Lauderdale to the Dry Tortugas
Gulf Coast from Sanibel Island, FL, west to South Padre Island, TX
Trusted by the Industry’s Leading Platforms
Waterway Guide’s expertly curated data powers navigation experiences across some of the most respected names in marine technology. Our marina, anchorage, and hazard information is licensed by industry leaders including Raymarine, SavvyNavvy, Aqua Map, iNavX, and SEAiq, helping to inform and guide thousands of boaters worldwide.
Whether it’s planning your next stop or navigating a tricky inlet, these integrations ensure that Waterway Guide’s accurate, real-time data is accessible where and when boaters need it most.
Let's Go Farther - Together
Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, Waterway Guide offers tools and programs to support every part of your journey.
Visit the Ship Store: Shop regional cruising guides, tide tools, and essential gear.
Explore with Waterway Guide Explorer: Compare marinas, track your journey, and save waypoints.
Plan Your Next Trip: Use our free online tools and expert content to chart a course with confidence.
Download the Mobile App: Take all of Waterway Guide with you on the go.
Learn About Memberships: Discover the benefits of being a Waterway Guide digital subscriber.
Discover Boating Destinations: Get inspired by real cruising stories, seasonal guides, and insider tips.
For Businesses, Affiliates, and Publishers:
Waterway Guide partners with marine brands, creators, and publishers to help them connect with boaters and expand their reach across the cruising community. Whether you’re looking to advertise, collaborate, or co-publish, we offer trusted platforms and programs tailored to your goals.
Advertise with Us: Reach our engaged boating audience across print, web, email, mobile, and app.
Join Our Affiliate Program (Coming Soon): Earn commission by sharing the Waterway Guide products you love.
Publish with Waterway Guide (Coming Soon): Self-publish your charts, guides, or resources under our trusted brand.
