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Port of GOLETA

USGO2🇺🇸USA

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About Port of GOLETA

Goleta is a small harbor on the California coast, primarily serving offshore oil operations. It handles crude oil and provides support for oil production vessels. The port features a pier and is equipped for pilotage.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
1ft

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
16160 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USGO2
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
US West Coast
Latitude
34.4148°
Longitude
-119.8293°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of GOLETA?

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The approach to GOLETA is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Santa Barbara Lighthouse at 5.4 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Point Conception (31.8 NM W), Whipple Bay (33.3 NM ESE), Anacapa Island (33.4 NM SE), Port Hueneme (34.7 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 GOLETA?

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The Port of GOLETA 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 GOLETA?

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You can track vessels near GOLETA (USGO2) 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 USGO2 on the live map.

Where is the Port of GOLETA?

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The Port of GOLETA is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USGO2 — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE USGO2 mean?

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The first two characters, US, are the ISO country code for US. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of GOLETA?

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The Port of GOLETA 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.