SERC, Sheephead Cove at the head of the Rhode River

Trip dates: 
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Trip length: 
1 day
Type of watercraft: 
Sail
  • Approaching the drawbridge at Knapps Narrows
  • West end of Knapps Narrows
  • Trees towering over us at SERC
  • Grace, in the distance
  • Looking uphill through wildflowers at the remains of Java House

From Dunn Cove off Harris Creek, we motored to and through picturesque Knapps Narrows.  Then, on a south wind 10-15kts, we sailed, mostly broad reaching, to the head of the Rhode River.  We anchored behind Big Island, off the Smithsonian Environmental Research Cemter, launched Agility, and west ashore.  The trails made for pleasant walking and it felt so good to stretch our legs.