A. Launch onto the river at Stoke Gabriel and paddle downstream towards Dartmouth keeping to the left or east side of the river. The vast majority of the estuary is flanked by woodland or farmland which gives way to small stony beaches on the foreshore.

B. Galmpton Creek and Flat Owers: The river opens out into a wide lagoon as you reach Broad Reach and on your left is Galmpton creek and boat yard which is partially hidden with an old quarry. If the tide is high you will be able to keep close to the shore and paddle along side the first section of
National Trust land at Lower Greenway farm. At low tide Flats Owers mud flat dries out completely and it is very easy to get stuck even in a flat bottomed canoe. Stick to the main channel if you have any concerns at all.

C. As you round the headland from Galmpton creek the river narrows considerably and during the summer there are large numbers of moored boats in the river as well as passenger ferries both crossing the river and going from Dartmouth to Totnes. Take care and give way to ferries and other
water craft.

D. You are now paddling along below Agatha Christie's holiday home, owned by the National Trust since 2001. You will see a gun battery on your left complete with canons built in Napoleonic times to deter French attacks up river.

E. Continuing downstream you will come to Greenway boathouse, quay and plunge pool. If you would like to stop and land here to visit the house and gardens please phone in advance to arrange on 01803 842382. Having enjoyed the landscape retrace your paddle strokes to Stoke Gabriel. You may
wish to stop off at Dittisham for refreshments. Be aware of ferries and other watercraft in this area.