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Port of NIAGARA PARKS

CAFER🇨🇦Canada

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About Port of NIAGARA PARKS

This port, established in 1885, is located on the Niagara River in Ontario, Canada. It serves as a facility for vessels navigating the river.

Background
The Niagara Parks Commission, commonly shortened to Niagara Parks, is an agency of the Government of Ontario which maintains the Ontario shoreline of the Niagara River.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
1885

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Area
Great Lakes
Sub-area
Lake Erie
Latitude
42.9519°
Longitude
-78.9694°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
3100 →
Wikidata
Q7023741 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.niagaraparks.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of NIAGARA PARKS?

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The approach to NIAGARA PARKS is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Grand Island Range Front Lighthouse at 1.8 NM to the NE. Other aids include Buffalo Intake Crib (4.7 NM SSE), Buffalo Main (5.7 NM SE), Buffalo Harbor South Entrance (8.4 NM SSE), Point Abino (8.9 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of NIAGARA PARKS on?

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The Port of NIAGARA PARKS 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 NIAGARA PARKS?

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You can track vessels near NIAGARA PARKS (CAFER) 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 CAFER on the live map.

Where is the Port of NIAGARA PARKS?

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The Port of NIAGARA PARKS is a port in CA. Its UN/LOCODE is CAFER — 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 CAFER 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 NIAGARA PARKS?

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The Port of NIAGARA PARKS 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.