Cutty Sark Loop (Short)
3 km·intermediate·short route·Loop
Upstream past the Cutty Sark and Old Royal Naval College. Cross to the Isle of Dogs side and return. Excellent views of Greenwich's maritime heritage.
Tidal strategy: Best paddled on the flood tide (upstream, towards the turn point), turning at high water slack, then riding the ebb back.
Exit Points Along This Route
Greenwich Pier(pier)
1.5 kmMajor pier near Cutty Sark. Very busy.
Greenwich Yacht Club(slipway)
0 kmClub slipway on Greenwich Peninsula.
Hazards on This Route
Greenwich Ship TierCAUTION
Large vessels may be at anchor. Give wide berth. Anchor chains extend underwater.