Port of Indian Arm

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About Port of Indian Arm

Indian Arm is a marina located in a glacial fjord in British Columbia, Canada. It is accessible by tugs and requires pilots.

Background
Indian Arm is a steep-sided glacial fjord in southwestern British Columbia. Formed during the last Ice Age, it extends due north from Burrard Inlet, between the communities of Belcarra and the District of North Vancouver, then on into mountainous wilderness. The name səl̓ilw̓ət is the Halkomelem word for the inlet itself, and from which the Tsleil-Waututh, Halkomelem 'people of the inlet' derive their name. Later Burrard Inlet and the opening of Indian Arm was mapped by Captain George Vancouver and fully explored days later by Dionisio Alcalá Galiano in June 1792.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Medium
Repair Code
A

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
18160 →
GeoNames ID
7645262 →
Wikidata
Q3150077 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
CAIAM
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Time Zone
UTC-8
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
CA-BC
Latitude
49.3667°
Longitude
-122.8667°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Indian Arm?

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The approach to Indian Arm is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Brockton Point Lighthouse at 10.6 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Prospect Point (11.2 NM WSW), First Narrows (11.3 NM WSW), Spanish Bank (14.9 NM WSW), Spanish Bank No. 2 (15.1 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Indian Arm on?

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The Port of Indian Arm 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 Indian Arm?

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You can track vessels near Indian Arm (CAIAM) 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 Indian Arm?

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The Port of Indian Arm is a port in CA. Its UN/LOCODE is CAIAM — 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 CAIAM 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 Indian Arm?

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The Port of Indian Arm 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.