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Port of Grover Beach

USGVB🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Grover Beach

This pier, established in 1887, is located in Grover Beach, California. It serves as a landing point for submarine communications cables, connecting the North American telecommunication network.

Background
Grover Beach is a city in San Luis Obispo County, California, United States. The population was 12,701 at the 2020 census, down from 13,156 in 2010. Grover Beach is the location of the Pacific Crossing 1 (PC-1) cable landing station, where trans-pacific submarine communications cables come ashore and connect to the North American telecommunication network.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
1887

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USGVB
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-8
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
US-CA
Latitude
35.1167°
Longitude
-120.6167°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
16190 →
GeoNames ID
12196305 →
Wikidata
Q986934 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.grover.org →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Grover Beach?+
The approach to Grover Beach is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is San Luis Obispo Lighthouse at 7.6 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Point Arguello (32.4 NM S), Point Conception (40.7 NM S), Piedras Blancas (46.4 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Grover Beach?+
The Port of Grover Beach 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 Grover Beach?+
You can track vessels near Grover Beach (USGVB) 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 USGVB on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Grover Beach?+
The Port of Grover Beach operates in the UTC-8 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.