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Port of Niagara Falls

CANIA🇨🇦Canada

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About Port of Niagara Falls

This port is located on the Niagara River, downstream from the famous waterfalls, serving as a vital link for regional trade. It handles bulk cargo and is equipped to accommodate various vessel types.

Background
Niagara Falls is a group of three waterfalls at the southern end of Niagara Gorge, spanning the border between the Canadian province of Ontario and the U.S. state of New York. The largest of the three is Horseshoe Falls, which straddles the international border of the two countries. It is also known as the Canadian Falls. The smaller American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls lie within the United States.

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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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
3100 →
Wikidata
Q34221 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
CA-ON
Latitude
43.2500°
Longitude
-79.0667°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Niagara Falls?

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The approach to Niagara Falls is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Niagara River Range Front Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Niagara River Range Rear (0.4 NM NE), Fort Niagara (0.7 NM N), Fort Niagara (0.8 NM NNE), Port Weller Outer (6.6 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Niagara Falls on?

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The Port of Niagara Falls 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 Falls?

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You can track vessels near Niagara Falls (CANIA) 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 CANIA on the live map.

Where is the Port of Niagara Falls?

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The Port of Niagara Falls is a port in CA. Its UN/LOCODE is CANIA — 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 CANIA 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 Falls?

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The Port of Niagara Falls 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.