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Port of Bal Harbour

USFL8🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Bal Harbour

Bal Harbour is a marina located in Miami-Dade County, Florida. Established in 1946, it serves recreational vessels.

Background
Bal Harbour or Bal Harbor Beach is a village in Miami-Dade County, Florida. The village is part of the Miami metropolitan area of South Florida. The population was 3,093 at the 2020 US Census.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
2m

Region

Subdivision
US-FL
Latitude
25.8833°
Longitude
-80.1167°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
4672050 →
Wikidata
Q804577 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.balharbourgov.com →
OpenStreetMap
View on OSM →
Seamark Type
harbour

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USFL8
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-6
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port

History

Established
1946

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Bal Harbour?+
The approach to Bal Harbour is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Amelia Island Range Front Lighthouse at 12 NM to the SW. Other aids include Boca Chita (21.8 NM S), Broward County (Fort Lauderdale Area) Lighthouses (22.6 NM N), Carysfort Reef (40 NM S), Gun Cay (48.1 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Bal Harbour?+
The Port of Bal Harbour 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 Bal Harbour?+
You can track vessels near Bal Harbour (USFL8) 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 USFL8 on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Bal Harbour?+
The Port of Bal Harbour operates in the UTC-6 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.