Port of Puerta

The approach to Puerta is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Canal Des Astillero Range Rear Lighthouse at 9.7 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Teacapán (9.9 NM SSW), Canal Des Astillero Range Front (10 NM SSW), Mazatlán West Breakwater (12.2 NM SSW), Isla Crestón (12.5 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Puerta is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in MX. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

You can track vessels near Puerta (MXPTA) 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 MXPTA on the live map.

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

The first two characters, MX, are the ISO country code for MX. 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.

The Port of Puerta operates in the UTC-6 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.