Port of LA POINTE

USJPP🇺🇸USA

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About Port of LA POINTE

La Pointe is a small harbor on Madeline Island in Wisconsin, USA. It serves as a ferry terminal and handles general cargo. The port is accessible to vessels with limited draft.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
1909

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USJPP
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Poor

Region

Area
Great Lakes
Sub-area
Lake Superior
Latitude
46.7788°
Longitude
-90.7882°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
5420 →
Wikidata
Q54874536 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of LA POINTE?

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The approach to LA POINTE is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Chequamegon Point Lighthouse at 3 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Chequamegon Point (3 NM SSW), Lapointe (3 NM S), Ashland Breakwater (9.7 NM SSW), Raspberry Island (11.5 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of LA POINTE on?

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The Port of LA POINTE is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in US. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of LA POINTE?

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You can track vessels near LA POINTE (USJPP) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of LA POINTE?

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The Port of LA POINTE is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USJPP — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE USJPP mean?

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The first two characters, US, are the ISO country code for US. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of LA POINTE?

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The Port of LA POINTE 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.