Port of MACKINAW CITY

USKWY🇺🇸USA

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About Port of MACKINAW CITY

This marina serves as a passenger ferry terminal and recreational harbor. It is located at the northern tip of Michigan's Lower Peninsula, connecting to the Upper Peninsula.

Background
Mackinaw City is a village divided between Cheboygan and Emmet counties in the U.S. state of Michigan. It had a population of 846 at the 2020 census.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Elevation
177m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Fixed
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

History

Established
1857

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Lake or canal
Shelter
Poor

Region

Area
Great Lakes
Sub-area
Lake Michigan
Latitude
45.7810°
Longitude
-84.7240°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
4520 →
GeoNames ID
5000461 →
Wikidata
Q2477724 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.mackinawcity.org →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of MACKINAW CITY?

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The approach to MACKINAW CITY is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Mackinac Point Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Mcgulpins Point (2.1 NM W), Wawatam (5.1 NM N), Old Round Island Point Lighthouse (5.6 NM NE), Round Island Passage Light (5.9 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of MACKINAW CITY on?

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The Port of MACKINAW CITY 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 MACKINAW CITY?

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You can track vessels near MACKINAW CITY (USKWY) 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 MACKINAW CITY?

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The Port of MACKINAW CITY is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USKWY — 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 USKWY 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 MACKINAW CITY?

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The Port of MACKINAW CITY 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.