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Port of Red Bay

CARBY🇨🇦Canada

Port Location

About Port of Red Bay

This harbor in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, is a protected anchorage. Historically significant as a 16th-century Basque whaling station, it now serves as a natural harbor.

Background
The Red Bay National Historic Site is a National Historic Site of Canada located in Red Bay, Newfoundland and Labrador. This on-land and underwater archaeological site marks one of the best preserved Basque whaling station locations of the 16th century and covers 600 hectares. In 1979, Red Bay was declared a National Historic Site and in 2013, it was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
24m

Region

Subdivision
CA-NL
Latitude
51.7333°
Longitude
-56.4167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CARBY
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Time Zone
UTC-3:30
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
6163969 →
Wikidata
Q3238270 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.pc.gc.ca →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Red Bay?+
The approach to Red Bay is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Saddle Island (Red Bay) Lighthouse at 0.8 NM to the SW. Other aids include St. Modeste Island (13.5 NM SW), Cape Norman (20.2 NM ESE), Point Amour (23.3 NM SW), Nameless Point (28.2 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Red Bay on?+
The Port of Red Bay 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 Red Bay?+
You can track vessels near Red Bay (CARBY) 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 CARBY on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Red Bay?+
The Port of Red Bay operates in the UTC-3:30 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.