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Port of Carteret

USCSF🇺🇸US

Port Location

About Port of Carteret

The Port of Carteret (USCSF) is a maritime port facility located in US.. Local time zone: UTC-5.

Position: 40.5833°N, 74.2167°W. UN/LOCODE: USCSF.

Geographic context: The Port of Carteret is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean, within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard of the United States. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Vessel Limits

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General Information

Port Name
Carteret
Country
🇺🇸US
UNLOCODE
USCSF
Time Zone
UTC-5
Latitude
40.5833°
Longitude
-74.2167°

Navigation Aids Near Carteret

Middlesex County (Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill) Lighthouse Lighthouse

2.4 NMSW

Union County Lighthouse Lighthouse

4 NMNNE

Princes Bay Range Front Lighthouse

4.5 NMS

Lightship LV-75 St. Clair Lighthouse

7.5 NME

Upper New York Bay Lighthouse

8.2 NMENE

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Carteret?+
The approach to Carteret is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Middlesex County (Raritan Bay and Arthur Kill) Lighthouse Lighthouse at 2.4 NM to the SW. Other aids include Union County Lighthouse (4 NM NNE), Princes Bay Range Front (4.5 NM S), Lightship LV-75 St. Clair (7.5 NM E), Upper New York Bay (8.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Carteret?+
The Port of Carteret 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 Carteret?+
You can track vessels near Carteret (USCSF) 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 USCSF on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Carteret?+
The Port of Carteret 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.