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Port of Burrard Inlet

CABIN🇨🇦Canada

Port Location

About Port of Burrard Inlet

Burrard Inlet is a natural harbor in British Columbia, Canada, serving as a key maritime gateway. It accommodates a range of vessel types and features pilotage and tug services.

Background
Burrard Inlet is a shallow-sided fjord in the northwestern Lower Mainland, British Columbia, Canada. Formed during the last Ice Age, it separates the City of Vancouver and the rest of the lowland Burrard Peninsula to the south from the coastal slopes of the North Shore Mountains, which span West Vancouver and the City and District of North Vancouver to the north.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
M
Repair Code
A

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
18150 →
GeoNames ID
11836209 →
Wikidata
Q388984 →
Wikipedia
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Seamark Type
anchor_berth

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CABIN
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Time Zone
UTC-8
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
CA-BC
Latitude
49.3000°
Longitude
-123.1833°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Burrard Inlet?+
The approach to Burrard Inlet is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is First Narrows Lighthouse at 1.8 NM to the NE with a nominal range of 7 NM. Other aids include Prospect Point (1.8 NM ENE), Spanish Bank (1.9 NM WSW), Spanish Bank No. 2 (2.1 NM WSW), Brockton Point (2.6 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Burrard Inlet on?+
The Port of Burrard Inlet is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in CA. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Burrard Inlet?+
You can track vessels near Burrard Inlet (CABIN) 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 CABIN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Burrard Inlet?+
The Port of Burrard Inlet operates in the UTC-8 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.