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Port of Belle Harbor

USBE8🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Belle Harbor

Belle Harbor is a harbor located on the Rockaway Peninsula in Queens, New York City. It serves as a residential area with limited commercial port activity.

Background
Belle Harbor is a small residential neighborhood in the New York City borough of Queens, located on the western half of the Rockaway Peninsula, the southernmost area of the borough. Belle Harbor commonly refers to the area from Beach 126th to Beach 141st Streets.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
3m

Region

Subdivision
US-NY
Latitude
40.5667°
Longitude
-73.8333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USBE8
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
4150099 →
Wikidata
Q2894717 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Belle Harbor?+
The approach to Belle Harbor is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Kingsborough Community College Lighthouse at 4.5 NM to the W. Other aids include NOAA Nautical Charts (4.5 NM W), Coney Island (8.2 NM W), Romer Shoal (8.9 NM WSW), Ambrose (9.9 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Belle Harbor?+
The Port of Belle Harbor 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 Belle Harbor?+
You can track vessels near Belle Harbor (USBE8) 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 USBE8 on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Belle Harbor?+
The Port of Belle Harbor 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.