Port of Powell River

The controlling depth at Powell River is 9.06 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.

The approach to Powell River is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Regional Lighthouse at 20.6 NM to the SW. Other aids include Sisters Islets (23.2 NM S), Chrome Island (24.4 NM SSW), Cape Mudge (26.8 NM WNW), Pine Island (28.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Powell River 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.

You can track vessels near Powell River (CAPOW) 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 CAPOW on the live map.

The Port of Powell River 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.

POWELL RIVER (UN/Locode: CAPOW), Canada is a seaport located at approximately 49.83244° N, -124.53090° E.

Coordinates: 49.83244° N, -124.53090° E. Nearby terminals/ports:TEXADA ISLAND — UN/Locode: CATEX — 49.71000° N, -124.55000° ECAMPBELL RIVER — UN/Locode: CACAM — 50.02876° N, -125.24190° EDUNCAN BAY — UN/Locode: CADCN — 50.07368° N, -125.28940° E

Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Small. Cranes: fixed cranes. Lifting: 25–49 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading and anchorage loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 9.4m - 10m; cargo pier depth 7.1m - 9.1m; oil terminal depth 9.4m - 10m and maximum draft approx. 9.06 m.

Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: restrictions present; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.

Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.

Vessel types historically calling: Offshore, Passenger and Tugs Harbor Craft.