Port of Crib Point

The approach to Crib Point is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Grossard Point Lighthouse at 7.4 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Schnapper Point (11.9 NM NW), South Channel Range Rear (13.6 NM W), South Channel Range Rear (Eastern Lighthouse, McCrae) (13.6 NM W), Cape Schanck (17.8 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Crib Point is situated on the South Pacific Ocean in AU. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

You can track vessels near Crib Point (AUCPT) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for AUCPT on the live map.

The Port of Crib Point is a port in AU. Its UN/LOCODE is AUCPT — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

The first two characters, AU, are the ISO country code for AU. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

The Port of Crib Point operates in the UTC+10 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.