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Port of Corpach

GBCOR🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of Corpach

This canal lock serves as the western sea entrance to the Caledonian Canal on Loch Linnhe, Scotland. It is a natural harbor facilitating passage into the canal system.

Background
Corpach is a large village north of Fort William, in the Scottish Highlands. The canal lock at Corpach Basin on Loch Linnhe, east of the narrows leading to Loch Eil, is the western sea entrance of the Caledonian Canal. It is a natural harbour, unlike Fort William.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
6m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
33190 →
GeoNames ID
6269282 →
Wikidata
Q2409970 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBCOR
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
GB-HLD
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Latitude
56.8408°
Longitude
-5.1371°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Corpach?

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The approach to Corpach is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Gairlochy Lighthouse at 6.7 NM to the NE. Other aids include Sgeir Dhearg (24.6 NM WNW), Eileanan Dubha (32.3 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Corpach on?

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The Port of Corpach is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in GB. The area falls within the subarctic climate zone with cold winters and potential ice conditions, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Corpach?

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You can track vessels near Corpach (GBCOR) 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 GBCOR on the live map.

Where is the Port of Corpach?

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The Port of Corpach is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBCOR — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE GBCOR mean?

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The first two characters, GB, are the ISO country code for GB. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Corpach?

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The Port of Corpach operates in the UTC+0 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.