Port of Hay Point

The controlling depth at Hay Point is 17 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.

The approach to Hay Point is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Hay Point Lookout Lighthouse at 2 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Flat Top Island (7.3 NM NNW), Mackay Main Breakwater (10.6 NM NNW), Mackay Lee Breakwater (10.9 NM NNW), Penrith Island (36.9 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Hay Point is situated on the Coral Sea in AU. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

You can track vessels near Hay Point (AUHPT) 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 AUHPT on the live map.

The Port of Hay Point operates in the UTC+11 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.

HAY POINT (UN/Locode: AUHPT), Australia is a seaport located at approximately -21.26952° N, 149.30730° E.

Coordinates: -21.26952° N, 149.30730° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MACKAY — UN/Locode: AUMKY — -21.10804° N, 149.22850° E

Harbor type/size: Open Roadstead and Small. Lifting: 50–100 MT lifts and 100 MT+ lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading and anchorage loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 12.5m - 13.7m; anchorage depth 12.5m - 13.7m; cargo pier depth 17.1m - 18.2m and maximum draft approx. 17 m.

Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: restrictions present; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: apply and other: may apply.

Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available; first port of entry: available and additional quarantine services available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.

Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Pleasure Craft, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.