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Port McNeill

CAPMA🇨🇦Canada

Port Location

About Port McNeill

Port McNeill is a Canadian seaport on the northeast shore of Vancouver Island, British Columbia. It serves as a terminal for bulk carriers, historically handling forest products. The harbor offers full shelter and is accessible year-round.

Background
Port McNeill is a town in the North Island region of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada on Vancouver Island's northeast shore, on Queen Charlotte Strait. Originally a base camp for loggers, it became a settlement in 1936. It was named after Captain William Henry McNeill of the Hudson's Bay Company.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Tidal Range
3ft

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
1936

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
CA-BC
Latitude
50.5833°
Longitude
-127.1000°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
18850 →
Wikidata
Q2104736 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.town.portmcneill.bc.ca →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port McNeill?+
The approach to Port McNeill is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pulteney Point Lighthouse at 3.5 NM to the NW. Other aids include Pine Island (25.6 NM NW), Scarlett Point (25.6 NM NW), Quatsino (36.6 NM WSW), Central Coast Regional District (Queen Charlotte Sound and Bella Bella Area) Lighthouses (43.5 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port McNeill on?+
The Port McNeill 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 McNeill?+
You can track vessels near Port McNeill (CAPMA) 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 CAPMA on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port McNeill?+
The Port McNeill 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 McNeill?+
PORT MCNEILL (UN/Locode: CAPMA), Canada is a seaport located at approximately 50.59179° N, -127.08910° E.
Where is the Port McNeill located?+
Coordinates: 50.59179° N, -127.08910° E. Nearby terminals/ports:ALERT BAY BOAT — UN/Locode: CAAAL — 50.58280° N, -126.93000° EPORT HARDY — UN/Locode: CAPHY — 50.72210° N, -127.46820° EVILLAGE OF ZEBALLOS — UN/Locode: CAZEB — 49.97845° N, -126.84920° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port McNeill?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port McNeill?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port McNeill?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier.