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Port of Arecibo

PRARE🇵🇷Puerto Rico

Port Location

About Port of Arecibo

Also known as: Cano Viegues, Cano Vieques

Arecibo is a port on Puerto Rico's northern coast. It handles general cargo and is equipped with compulsory pilotage and tug services.

Background
Arecibo is a city and municipality on the northern coast of Puerto Rico, on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, located north of Utuado and Ciales; east of Hatillo; and west of Barceloneta and Florida. It is about 50 miles (80 km) west of San Juan, the capital city. Arecibo is the largest municipality in Puerto Rico by area, and it is the core city of the Arecibo Metropolitan Statistical Area and part of the greater San Juan–Bayamón, PR Combined Statistical Area. It is spread over 18 barrios and Arecibo Pueblo. Its population in 2020 was 87,754.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Elevation
-3m

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
1616

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
PRARE
Country
🇵🇷Puerto Rico
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
18.4790°
Longitude
-66.7033°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
11100 →
GeoNames ID
4563155 →
Wikidata
Q640728 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
pr.near-place.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Arecibo?+
The approach to Arecibo is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Northern Puerto Rico Lighthouses Lighthouse at 33.1 NM to the WSW. Other aids include San Juan Puerto Nuevo Range Front (35.2 NM E), San Juan Graving Dock Range Rear (35.5 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Arecibo on?+
The Port of Arecibo is situated on the Caribbean Sea in PR. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Arecibo?+
You can track vessels near Arecibo (PRARE) 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 PRARE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Arecibo?+
The Port of Arecibo operates in the UTC-4 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.