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Port of Clarkson

CACSN🇨🇦Canada

Port Location

About Port of Clarkson

Clarkson is a small harbor on Lake Ontario, Canada. It handles tankers and features wharf loading/offloading facilities with depths up to 7.6 meters. Operational restrictions include swell and ice.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Elevation
86m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Drydock
U
Repair Code
U

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
3015 →
GeoNames ID
6092124 →
Wikidata
Q136231435 →
Official Site
portcreditharbourmarina.ca →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CACSN
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
CA-ON
Area
Great Lakes
Sub-area
Lake Ontario
Body of Water
Lake Ontario
Latitude
43.4890°
Longitude
-79.6070°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Clarkson?+
The approach to Clarkson is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Port Credit Inner Channel Lighthouse at 3.8 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Oakville (3.9 NM SW), Queen's Wharf (9.3 NM NE), Toronto East Entrance Inner (9.3 NM NE), Toronto East Entrance Outer (9.5 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Clarkson on?+
The Port of Clarkson 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 Clarkson?+
You can track vessels near Clarkson (CACSN) 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 CACSN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Clarkson?+
The Port of Clarkson 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 Clarkson?+
CLARKSON (UN/Locode: CACSN), Canada is a seaport located at approximately 43.48900° N, -79.60699° E.
Where is the Port of Clarkson located?+
Coordinates: 43.48900° N, -79.60699° E. Nearby terminals/ports:OAKVILLE — UN/Locode: CAOAJ — 43.44150° N, -79.66850° EMISSISSAUGA — UN/Locode: CAMIS — 43.35000° N, -79.39000° ETORONTO — UN/Locode: CATOR — 43.63000° N, -79.35651° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Clarkson?+
Harbor type/size: Open Roadstead and Very Small. Support: wharf loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 6.4m - 7.6m; anchorage depth 11m - 12.2m; cargo pier depth 6.4m - 7.6m and oil terminal depth 6.4m - 7.6m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Clarkson?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: restrictions present; ice: restrictions present; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Clarkson?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: not available; ETA message: 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: available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Clarkson?+
Vessel types historically calling: Tanker.