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Port Appin

GBPAP🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port Appin

Port Appin is a small harbor on the west coast of Scotland, situated on the shores of Loch Linnhe. It serves as a local port with compulsory pilotage.

Background
Appin is a coastal district of the Scottish West Highlands bounded to the west by Loch Linnhe, to the south by Loch Creran, to the east by the districts of Benderloch and Lorne, and to the north by Loch Leven. It lies northeast to southwest, and measures 23 by 11 kilometres. The name, meaning "abbey land", in reference to Lismore Abbey, is derived from the Middle Irish apdaine.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
20ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
33210 →
GeoNames ID
12547595 →
Wikidata
Q1404409 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBPAP
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-AGB
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Latitude
56.5534°
Longitude
-5.4148°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port Appin?+
The approach to Port Appin is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Gairlochy Lighthouse at 26 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Sgeir Dhearg (30.4 NM NNW), Eileanan Dubha (44.7 NM NNW), Scarinish (46.2 NM W), Dumbuck (47.4 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port Appin on?+
The Port Appin 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 Appin?+
You can track vessels near Port Appin (GBPAP) 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 GBPAP on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port Appin?+
The Port Appin 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.