Bath to Hockomock Bay, anchor

Of the Hell Gate's we've been through
this one is worth watching tides for.

While it would be easy to get to Booth Bay from here, our ultimate destination, we're slow boating, taking the days in tiny chunks. This is the most beautiful section of Maine so why rush it? Besides that way we break up going through Hell Gate and Little Hell Gate. Seem logical.

We spent 2 nights on the Bath Town dock which was thoroughly enjoyable. The town is right there, with a number of eateries, a brewery, and a damn fine bakery -- better than any we found in Portland. Just sayin'.

Given Hannah and David had to work in the morning we all made sure the hook was down by 9 am. 

Boats on the Bath Town Dock.
No cleats, but a hefty dock around 200 feet.

Nothing left to do but enjoy the view and the day.

Note, this anchorage was described as having a "100% perfect sunset guarantee by the Main Board of Tourism." Something to look forward too.

Bath continues to be where military boats are made, the Bath Iron Works.
Nearby is the site of the Percy and Small boat yard, now a museum, 
famed for building 4, 5, and 6 masted schooners. This "art" shows the
size and shape of such a vessel. Until you're here you don't get just
 how massive it is. A must see if you're in the area. 

Admittedly, that's a pretty nice sunset.