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Port of Atlantic Highlands

USAHZ🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Atlantic Highlands

Atlantic Highlands is a marina located in New Jersey, USA. It is a small, fully sheltered harbor established in 1887.

Background
Atlantic Highlands is a borough in Monmouth County in the U.S. state of New Jersey, in the Bayshore Region. As of the 2020 United States census, the borough's population was 4,414, an increase of 29 (+0.7%) from the 2010 census count of 4,385, which in turn reflected a decline of 320 (−6.8%) from the 4,705 in the 2000 census.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
1887

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USAHZ
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
US-NJ
Area
US East Coast
Latitude
40.4174°
Longitude
-74.0324°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
7990 →
GeoNames ID
5101308 →
Wikidata
Q1088122 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.ahnj.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Atlantic Highlands?+
The approach to Atlantic Highlands is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Conover Beacon Lighthouse at 1.1 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Chapel Hill Range Rear (1.7 NM SW), Navesink Twin Lights: South Tower (2.5 NM ESE), Ambrose (3 NM NNE), Navesink Twin Lights: North Tower (3 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Atlantic Highlands?+
The Port of Atlantic Highlands is located within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard 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 Atlantic Highlands?+
You can track vessels near Atlantic Highlands (USAHZ) 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 USAHZ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Atlantic Highlands?+
The Port of Atlantic Highlands operates in the UTC-5 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.