Port of Cow Head

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About Port of Cow Head

This harbor is located in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. It serves as a local port, primarily handling fishing vessels.

Background
Cow Head is a town in Newfoundland and Labrador. The town had a population of 398 in the Canada 2021 Census.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Region

Subdivision
CA-NL
Latitude
49.9000°
Longitude
-57.7833°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
5931115 →
Wikidata
Q3001848 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
CACWH
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Time Zone
UTC-3:30
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

History

Established
1905

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Cow Head?

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The approach to Cow Head is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cow Head Lighthouse at 1.8 NM to the NW. Other aids include Lobster Cove Head (19.1 NM SSW), Woody Point (24.3 NM SSW), Westport Cove (44.6 NM E), Keppel Island (47.2 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Cow Head on?

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The Port of Cow Head 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 Cow Head?

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You can track vessels near Cow Head (CACWH) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Cow Head?

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

What does the UN/LOCODE CACWH mean?

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The first two characters, CA, are the ISO country code for CA. 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.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Cow Head?

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The Port of Cow Head operates in the UTC-3:30 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.