Port of Squamish

The controlling depth at Squamish is 12.08 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 Squamish is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Point Atkinson Lighthouse at 21.7 NM to the SSW. Other aids include First Narrows (21.9 NM S), Prospect Point (22.2 NM S), Brockton Point (23 NM S), Spanish Bank (24 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Squamish 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 Squamish (CASQA) 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 CASQA on the live map.

The Port of Squamish operates in the UTC-8 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.

SQUAMISH (UN/Locode: CASQA), Canada is a seaport located at approximately 49.68607° N, -123.16270° E.

Coordinates: 49.68607° N, -123.16270° E. Nearby terminals/ports:PORT MELLON — UN/Locode: CAPML — 49.52000° N, -123.48000° EVANCOUVER — UN/Locode: CAVAN — 49.30355° N, -123.04750° ENEW WESTMINSTER — UN/Locode: CANWE — 49.20000° N, -122.92000° E

Harbor type/size: River Natural and Very Small. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 25–49 MT lifts, 50–100 MT lifts and 100 MT+ lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 7.1m - 9.1m; anchorage depth 23.2m - OVER; cargo pier depth 11m - 12.2m and maximum draft approx. 12.08 m.

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

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

Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier and General Cargo.