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Port Dover

CAPDV🇨🇦Canada

Port Location

About Port Dover

This historic Canadian port on Lake Erie was established in 1794. It serves as a harbor for recreational vessels and fishing fleets. Pilotage is compulsory.

Background
Port Dover is an unincorporated community and former town located in Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada, on the north shore of Lake Erie. It is the site of the recurring Friday the 13th motorcycle rally. Prior to the War of 1812, this community was known as Dover Mills.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
1794

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
CA-ON
Area
Great Lakes
Sub-area
Lake Erie
Latitude
42.7805°
Longitude
-80.1950°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
3270 →
Wikidata
Q7230589 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.norfolkcounty.ca →
Seamark Type
harbour
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port Dover?+
The approach to Port Dover is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Port Dover West Pier Lighthouse at 0.3 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Port Maitland Entrance (0.3 NM WNW), Long Point Cut (14.9 NM SW), Long Point (15.3 NM SSE), Long Point (15.4 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port Dover on?+
The Port Dover 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 Dover?+
You can track vessels near Port Dover (CAPDV) 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 CAPDV on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port Dover?+
The Port Dover 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.