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Port of Grosse Point Woods

USGPW🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Grosse Point Woods

This marina is located on Lake St. Clair in Michigan, north of Detroit. Established in 1914, it serves as a private yacht club facility.

Background
The Grosse Pointe Yacht Club (GPYC) is a private yacht club located on the shore of Lake St. Clair in Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan. The club is a member of the Detroit Regional Yacht-racing Association (DRYA). The clubhouse is prominently visible and a well-known landmark along the shoreline of the lake north of Detroit.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
175m

Region

Subdivision
US-MI
Latitude
42.4333°
Longitude
-82.9000°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
4997471 →
Wikidata
Q5610561 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.gpyc.org →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

History

Established
1914

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Grosse Point Woods?+
The approach to Grosse Point Woods is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Miller Memorial Lighthouse at 2.1 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Windmill Point (4.7 NM SSW), Detroit Waterworks Intake Crib (5.7 NM SSW), Macomb County (Lake St. Clair) Lighthouses (5.7 NM SSW), William Livingstone Memorial (5.7 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Grosse Point Woods on?+
The Port of Grosse Point Woods 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 Grosse Point Woods?+
You can track vessels near Grosse Point Woods (USGPW) 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 USGPW on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Grosse Point Woods?+
The Port of Grosse Point Woods 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.