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Port of Grand Haven

USGHN🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Grand Haven

Located on Lake Michigan at the mouth of the Grand River, Grand Haven is a marina. Established in 1867, it serves recreational vessels.

Background
Grand Haven is a city within the U.S. state of Michigan and the county seat of Ottawa County. Grand Haven is located on the eastern shore of Lake Michigan at the mouth of the Grand River, for which it is named. As of the 2020 census, Grand Haven had a population of 11,011. It is located in the northern portion of Grand Haven Charter Township, but is administratively autonomous. The city is home to the Grand Haven Memorial Airpark (3GM). Grand Haven's ZIP code also serves most of Grand Haven and Robinson townships.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Elevation
180m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

History

Established
1867

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USGHN
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
US-MI
Area
Great Lakes
Sub-area
Lake Michigan
Latitude
43.0713°
Longitude
-86.2241°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
4700 →
GeoNames ID
5007229 →
Wikidata
Q1018280 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
grandhaven.org →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Grand Haven?+
The approach to Grand Haven is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Grand Haven South Pierhead Inner Lighthouse at 1.6 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Grand Haven South Pierhead Outer (1.6 NM WSW), Muskegon South Breakwater (10.6 NM NNW), Muskegon South Pierhead (10.7 NM NNW), Holland Harbor South Pierhead (17.9 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Grand Haven on?+
The Port of Grand Haven is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in US. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Grand Haven?+
You can track vessels near Grand Haven (USGHN) 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 USGHN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Grand Haven?+
The Port of Grand Haven 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.