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Port of Meldrum Bay

CAMDB🇨🇦Canada

Port Location

About Port of Meldrum Bay

Meldrum Bay is a small natural harbor on the north shore of Manitoulin Island, Ontario, Canada. It serves as a coastal port with a wharf for loading and offloading, historically handling bulk carriers. The port experiences ice restrictions during winter months.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
4180 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
CA-ON
Latitude
45.9333°
Longitude
-83.1167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Meldrum Bay?+
The approach to Meldrum Bay is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Mississagi Strait Lighthouse at 5.2 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Great Duck Island (18.6 NM SSE), Great Duck Island (18.6 NM SSE), Thessalon (Thessalon Point) (26.2 NM NW), Gore Bay (26.6 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Meldrum Bay on?+
The Port of Meldrum Bay 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 Meldrum Bay?+
You can track vessels near Meldrum Bay (CAMDB) 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 CAMDB on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Meldrum Bay?+
The Port of Meldrum Bay 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 Meldrum Bay?+
MELDRUM BAY (UN/Locode: CAMDB), Canada is a seaport located at approximately 45.91000° N, -83.22000° E.
Where is the Port of Meldrum Bay located?+
Coordinates: 45.91000° N, -83.22000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:THESSALON MUNICIPAL — UN/Locode: CATHS — 46.25360° N, -83.55190° ESPRAGGE HARBOR — UN/Locode: CASPR — 46.19500° N, -82.69800° EBRUCE MINES — UN/Locode: CABCM — 46.28000° N, -83.78000° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Meldrum Bay?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Very Small. Support: wharf loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 6.4m - 7.6m; anchorage depth 7.1m - 9.1m and cargo pier depth 3.4m - 4.6m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Meldrum Bay?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: restrictions present; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Meldrum Bay?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Meldrum Bay?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier.