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Port of Fraser River

CAFRR🇨🇦Canada

This port is located at the mouth of the Fraser River in British Columbia, Canada, discharging into the Strait of Georgia. It serves as a significant gateway for trade, handling various cargo types. The port utilizes compulsory pilotage and tug services.

Background
The Fraser River is the longest river within British Columbia, Canada, rising at Fraser Pass near Blackrock Mountain in the Rocky Mountains and flowing for 1,375 kilometres (854 mi), into the Strait of Georgia just south of the City of Vancouver. The river's annual discharge at its mouth is 112 cubic kilometres (27 mi3) or 3,550 cubic metres per second (125,000 cu ft/s), and each year, it discharges about 20 million tons of sediment into the ocean.
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Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
1m
Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
B
UN/LOCODE
CAFRR
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Time Zone
UTC-8
Feature Type
PRT (Port)
Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Fair
Subdivision
CA-BC
Area
West Coast Canada
Latitude
49.1945°
Longitude
-122.8980°
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Fraser River?+
The approach to Fraser River is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Brockton Point Lighthouse at 10.7 NM to the NW. Other aids include Prospect Point (11.9 NM NW), First Narrows (12.3 NM NW), New Cut Outbound Range Rear (13.4 NM WSW), Roberts Bank Entrance Range Rear (13.8 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Fraser River on?+
The Port of Fraser River 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 Fraser River?+
You can track vessels near Fraser River (CAFRR) 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 CAFRR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Fraser River?+
The Port of Fraser River 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.