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Port of Miami Beach

USIYH🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Miami Beach

Located on Biscayne Bay, Miami Beach is a marina serving pleasure craft. It is a small, sheltered harbor with pilotage and tug services available.

Background
Miami Beach is a coastal resort city in Miami-Dade County, Florida, United States. It is a principal city in the Miami metropolitan area of South Florida. The municipality is on natural and human-made barrier islands between the Atlantic Ocean and Biscayne Bay, the latter of which separates the Beach from the mainland city of Miami. The neighborhood of South Beach, comprising the southernmost 2.5 mi2 (6.5 km2) of Miami Beach, along with downtown Miami and the PortMiami, collectively form South Florida's commercial center. Miami Beach's population was 82,890 at the 2020 census. It has been one of America's preeminent beach resorts since the early 20th century.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
142m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
S
Repair Code
B

History

Established
1915

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
US-FL
Area
US East Coast
Body of Water
Biscayne Bay
Latitude
25.7708°
Longitude
-80.1428°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
8640 →
GeoNames ID
4518145 →
Wikidata
Q201516 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.miamibeachfl.gov →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Miami Beach?+
The approach to Miami Beach is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Amelia Island Range Front Lighthouse at 7.7 NM to the W. Other aids include Boca Chita (14.9 NM S), Broward County (Fort Lauderdale Area) Lighthouses (29.5 NM N), Carysfort Reef (33.2 NM S), Key Largo Rebecca Shoal (44 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 Miami Beach?+
The Port of Miami Beach 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 Miami Beach?+
You can track vessels near Miami Beach (USIYH) 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 USIYH on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Miami Beach?+
The Port of Miami Beach 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.