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Port of Estero

USESG🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Estero

Estero is a harbor located in Lee County, Florida, adjacent to the Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve. It serves as a local maritime access point.

Background
Estero is an incorporated village in Lee County, Florida, United States, located directly beside the first aquatic nature preserve established in Florida: The Estero Bay Aquatic Preserve, otherwise referred to as Estero Bay Preserve State Park which is within Estero Bay, Florida. At the time of the 2010 census, Estero was an unincorporated community and census-designated place, but incorporated as a village on the last calendar date of 2014. It is part of the Cape Coral-Fort Myers, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2020 census, the population was 36,939.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
6m

Region

Subdivision
US-FL
Latitude
26.4333°
Longitude
-81.8167°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
7274148 →
Wikidata
Q2375832 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
estero-fl.gov →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

History

Established
2014

Nearby Vessels

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Estero?+
The approach to Estero is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Sanibel Island Lighthouse at 10.7 NM to the W. Other aids include Boca Grande (29.3 NM NW), Gasparilla Island (30.3 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Estero on?+
The Port of Estero is situated on the Gulf of Mexico in US. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Estero?+
You can track vessels near Estero (USESG) 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 USESG on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Estero?+
The Port of Estero 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.