Port of ALPENA

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About Port of ALPENA

Alpena is a Canadian harbor on Lake Huron, USA. It handles bulk cargo and is equipped with a drydock.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
4470 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USAPN
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
Great Lakes
Sub-area
Lake Huron
Latitude
45.0630°
Longitude
-83.4220°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to ALPENA is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Alpena Harbor Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Holcim Channel Range Front (0.7 NM ENE), Holcim Channel Range Rear (0.7 NM NE), Stoneport (8.9 NM NNE), Thunder Bay Island (9.8 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of ALPENA on?

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The Port of ALPENA is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in US. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

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

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You can track vessels near ALPENA (USAPN) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of ALPENA?

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The Port of ALPENA is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USAPN — 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 USAPN mean?

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The first two characters, US, are the ISO country code for US. 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 ALPENA?

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The Port of ALPENA 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.