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Port of HIGHLAND FALLS

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Port Location

About Port of HIGHLAND FALLS

This harbor is located on the Hudson River in New York. It serves as a local port facility.

Background
Highland Falls, formerly named Buttermilk Falls, is a village in Orange County, New York, United States. The population was 3,684 at the 2020 census. The village was founded in 1906. It is part of the Kiryas Joel–Poughkeepsie–Newburgh metropolitan area as well as the larger New York metropolitan area.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
12m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
8491452 →
Wikidata
Q1020598 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
USHF2
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Marina

Region

Area
US East Coast
Sub-area
Hudson River
Latitude
41.3700°
Longitude
-73.9621°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of HIGHLAND FALLS?+
The approach to HIGHLAND FALLS is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Orange County Lighthouse Lighthouse at 1.7 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Stony Point (7.7 NM S), Rockland County Lighthouses (13.6 NM S), Rockland Lake (13.6 NM S), Tarrytown (17.6 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of HIGHLAND FALLS?+
The Port of HIGHLAND FALLS 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 HIGHLAND FALLS?+
You can track vessels near HIGHLAND FALLS (USHF2) 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 USHF2 on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of HIGHLAND FALLS?+
The Port of HIGHLAND FALLS 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.