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Port of Jacksonville

USJAX🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Jacksonville

Jacksonville is a major international trade port located on the St. Johns River in Florida. It is Florida's largest port by volume, handling significant amounts of containerized cargo and automobiles. The harbor is well-sheltered, with compulsory pilotage and tug assistance available.

Background
The Port of Jacksonville (JAXPORT) is an international trade port on the St. Johns River in Jacksonville, Florida. JAXPORT is the largest port by volume in Florida, and the 14th largest container port in the United States. It carries about 18 million short tons of cargo each year and has an annual economic impact of over $31 billion, including 138,500 jobs across the state of Florida related to cargo moving through the port. It handled 1,338,000 containers, and is the second largest handler of vehicles in the United States with 696,500 in 2019.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
S
Repair Code
A
Terminals
3

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
8580 →
GeoNames ID
7274321 →
Wikidata
Q7231162 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.jaxport.com →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
US-FL
Area
US East Coast
Latitude
30.3755°
Longitude
-81.5200°

Terminals (3)

BLOUNT ISLAND MARINE TERMINAL

JACKSONVILLE PORT AUTHORITY (JAXPORT)

9620 Dave Rawls Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32226, USA

www.jaxport.com →

DAMES POINT MARINE TERMINAL

DAMES POINT JACKSONVILLE, LLC

9834 New Berlin Road, Berths 16-17, Jacksonville, FL 32226, USA

www.jaxport.com →

TALLEYRAND MARINE TERMINAL

JACKSONVILLE PORT AUTHORITY (JAXPORT)

2831 Talleyrand Ave., Jacksonville, FL 32206, USA

www.jaxport.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Jacksonville?+
The approach to Jacksonville is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Mayport Basin Range Front Lighthouse at 5.5 NM to the E. Other aids include Mayport Basin Range Rear (6.4 NM E), St. Johns County (St. Augustine Area) Lighthouse (31.8 NM SSE), Little Cumberland Island (36.2 NM N), Glynn County (Brunswick Area) Lighthouses (46 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Jacksonville on?+
The Port of Jacksonville is situated on the Gulf of Mexico in US. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Jacksonville?+
You can track vessels near Jacksonville (USJAX) 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 USJAX on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Jacksonville?+
The Port of Jacksonville 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.