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Port of HARVEY CEDARS

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Port Location

About Port of HARVEY CEDARS

This harbor, established in 1894, is located on Long Beach Island, New Jersey. It is a small, general-purpose harbor offering shelter.

Background
Harvey Cedars is a coastal borough situated on the Jersey Shore, in southern Ocean County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. The borough encompasses a narrow strip of Long Beach Island fronting both the Atlantic Ocean and Barnegat Bay. As of the 2020 United States census, the borough's population was 391, its highest decennial count ever and an increase of 54 (+16.0%) from the 2010 census count of 337, which in turn reflected a decline of 22 (−6.1%) from the 359 counted in the 2000 census.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
5m

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
1894

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USHC3
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
US East Coast
Latitude
39.6962°
Longitude
-74.1420°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
8000 →
GeoNames ID
4502546 →
Wikidata
Q1083266 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.harveycedars.org →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of HARVEY CEDARS?+
The approach to HARVEY CEDARS is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Barnegat Lighthouse at 4.4 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Ocean County Lighthouses (4.4 NM NNE), Tucker'S Island (10.9 NM WSW), Point Comfort (21.4 NM SSW), Absecon (23.5 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of HARVEY CEDARS?+
The Port of HARVEY CEDARS 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 HARVEY CEDARS?+
You can track vessels near HARVEY CEDARS (USHC3) 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 USHC3 on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of HARVEY CEDARS?+
The Port of HARVEY CEDARS 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.