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Port of Thawwassen

CATWN🇨🇦CA

Port Location

About Port of Thawwassen

The Port of Thawwassen (CATWN) is a maritime port facility located in CA.. Local time zone: UTC-8.

Position: 49.0000°N, 123.0667°W. UN/LOCODE: CATWN.

Geographic context: The Port of Thawwassen is situated on the North Pacific Ocean, within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports of the United States. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Vessel Limits

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General Information

Port Name
Thawwassen
Country
🇨🇦CA
UNLOCODE
CATWN
Time Zone
UTC-8
Latitude
49.0000°
Longitude
-123.0667°

Navigation Aids Near Thawwassen

Roberts Bank Entrance (Tsawwassen) Range Rear Lighthouse

3.4 NMWNW

New Cut Outbound Range Rear Lighthouse

10.1 NMNW

Sand Heads Lighthouse

11.3 NMNW

Active Pass Lighthouse

11.7 NMSW

East Point Lighthouse

13.1 NMS

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Thawwassen?+
The approach to Thawwassen is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Roberts Bank Entrance (Tsawwassen) Range Rear Lighthouse at 3.4 NM to the WNW. Other aids include New Cut Outbound Range Rear (10.1 NM NW), Sand Heads (11.3 NM NW), Active Pass (11.7 NM SW), East Point (13.1 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Thawwassen?+
The Port of Thawwassen is located within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports of the United States. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Thawwassen?+
You can track vessels near Thawwassen (CATWN) 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 CATWN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Thawwassen?+
The Port of Thawwassen 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.