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Port of BLAKELY ISLAND

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Port Location

About Port of BLAKELY ISLAND

Blakely Island is a marina located in the San Juan Islands of Washington State, USA. It offers extensive shelter and is equipped with compulsory pilotage and tug services.

Background
Blakely Island in San Juan County, Washington is the sixth largest island in the San Juan Islands of Washington State, United States, encompassing a land area of 16.852 km2. It is separated from Cypress Island to the east by Rosario Strait. The population was 56 persons as of the 2000 census.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
20ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
4m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Drydock
U
Repair Code
U

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
17990 →
GeoNames ID
7716903 →
Wikidata
Q4924594 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
USBYW
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-8
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Area
West Coast Canada
Latitude
48.5858°
Longitude
-122.8150°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of BLAKELY ISLAND?+
The approach to BLAKELY ISLAND is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Burrows Island Lighthouse at 7.6 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Cattle Point (10 NM SW), Patos Island (13.7 NM NNW), Lime Kiln Light (14.1 NM WSW), Skagit County (Anacortes Area) Lighthouse (14.1 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of BLAKELY ISLAND?+
The Port of BLAKELY ISLAND is located within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports 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 BLAKELY ISLAND?+
You can track vessels near BLAKELY ISLAND (USBYW) 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 USBYW on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of BLAKELY ISLAND?+
The Port of BLAKELY ISLAND operates in the UTC-8 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.