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Port of Cardinal

CACDN🇨🇦Canada

Port Location

About Port of Cardinal

Cardinal is a small Canadian port on the St. Lawrence River, handling bulk carriers and general cargo vessels. It features wharf loading/offloading facilities with depths up to 7.6 meters. Ice restrictions are present.

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Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Lake or canal
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
CA-ON
Latitude
44.7833°
Longitude
-75.3833°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CACDN
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Time Zone
UTC-5

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Drydock
U
Repair Code
U

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
2670 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Cardinal?+
The approach to Cardinal is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Windmill Point Lighthouse at 5.8 NM to the SW. Other aids include Prescott (7 NM SW), Prescott Heritage Harbour (7 NM SW), Ogdensburg Harbor (7.3 NM SW), Dickinson Landing (16.6 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Cardinal on?+
The Port of Cardinal is situated on the North Atlantic 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 Cardinal?+
You can track vessels near Cardinal (CACDN) 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 CACDN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Cardinal?+
The Port of Cardinal operates in the UTC-5 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.
What is the Port of Cardinal?+
CARDINAL (UN/Locode: CACDN), Canada is a seaport located at approximately 44.78750° N, -75.37650° E.
Where is the Port of Cardinal located?+
Coordinates: 44.78750° N, -75.37650° E. Nearby terminals/ports:JOHNSTOWN — UN/Locode: CAJOH — 44.73250° N, -75.47150° EOGDENSBURG — UN/Locode: USOGS — 44.70504° N, -75.48685° EPRESCOTT — UN/Locode: CAPRE — 44.70752° N, -75.51331° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Cardinal?+
Harbor type/size: Lake or Canal and Very Small. Support: wharf loading/offloading. Depths: cargo pier depth 6.4m - 7.6m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Cardinal?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: restrictions present; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Cardinal?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Cardinal?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, General Cargo, Passenger, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.