Captain Trip Smith's 300+ Mile Small Boat Camping Trip N/E Florida
Cruising Florida’s Coastal Waters in a C-Dory 22 Pocket Cruiser
In this captivating installment from Captain Trip Smith, viewers join the final leg of a remarkable 300-plus mile small boat camping journey aboard his pocket cruiser, a C-Dory 22. Completing a comprehensive Northeast Florida loop, Captain Trip transitions from the inland waters of the St. Johns River out to the coastal Intracoastal Waterway (ICW), making his way back toward Titusville, Florida, and finishing just 16 miles from his original starting point.
Throughout the adventure, Captain Trip demonstrates the versatility and charm of pocket-cruiser boat camping. The video highlights the unique contrast between river cruising and ICW navigation, showcasing open saltwater stretches, tidal maneuvers, anchorages, and coastal weather conditions. Living onboard his compact vessel, Trip shares practical insights into onboard galley prep, battery and solar power management, gear storage, and boat handling in variable sea states. Along the way, viewers enjoy scenic Florida wildlife sightings, peaceful overnight anchorage spots, and the rewarding rhythm of long-distance expedition cruising in a manageable, trailerable powerboat.
Written with the authentic perspective of an experienced coastal mariner, the video offers invaluable inspiration and practical tips for boaters considering their own small-boat cruising, long-distance pocket yachting, or ICW camping adventures.
About Capt. Trip Smith
Capt. Trip Smith is one of BoatTEST.com's lead captains and marine journalists. With years of experience testing hundreds of boats, Trip combines real-world boating knowledge with BoatTEST's rigorous performance-testing methodology. His reviews go beyond the specifications, covering handling, ride quality, comfort, design, and how each boat performs in real-world conditions, helping boaters make informed buying decisions.
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