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Port of Little Deer Isle

USL2D🇺🇸USA

This harbor is located in Penobscot Bay, Maine. It serves as a sheltered anchorage.

Background
Little Deer Isle is an island in Penobscot Bay, lying just north of Deer Isle, Maine, United States. Although Little Deer Isle and Deer Isle are part of the same town, which is also named Deer Isle, they are separate islands. Little Deer Isle is served by Maine State Route 15 via the Deer Isle Bridge. The northern end of the island is called Eggemoggin, and there is a small island with a lighthouse on it at the tip called Pumpkin Island. Little Deer is approximately four miles (6.4 km) long and connects to Deer Isle by way of a causeway. There are about 250 year-round residents in the Little Deer zip code, but there may be more summer residents. There is abundant wildlife on the island including deer, fox, squirrels, wild turkeys, ospreys, and bald eagles.
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Channel Depth
6ft
Elevation
1m
Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
No
Drydock
U
Repair Code
U
WPI No.
6800
GeoNames ID
4973796
Wikidata
Q6649755
UN/LOCODE
USL2D
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)
Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good
Subdivision
US-ME
Latitude
44.2833°
Longitude
-68.6833°
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Little Deer Isle?+
The approach to Little Deer Isle is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pumpkin Island Lighthouse at 3 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Eagle Island (5.4 NM SW), Blue Hill Bay (8.2 NM ESE), Dice Head (8.3 NM NW), Deer Island Thorofare (9 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Little Deer Isle on?+
The Port of Little Deer Isle is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in US. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
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What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Little Deer Isle?+
The Port of Little Deer Isle 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.