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Port of Los Angeles

USLAX🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Los Angeles

Also known as: Los Angeles Harbor, Los Angeles Outer Harbor, Outer Los Angeles Harbor, San Pedro Harbor

Located in San Pedro Bay, California, this major U.S. harbor is a critical gateway for international trade. It handles a vast volume of containerized cargo, with facilities designed for large container ships. The port operates with compulsory pilotage and tug assistance.

Background
The Port of Los Angeles is a seaport managed by the Los Angeles Harbor Department, a unit of the City of Los Angeles. It occupies 7,500 acres (3,000 ha) of land and water with 43 miles (69 km) of waterfront and adjoins the separate Port of Long Beach. Promoted as "America's Port", the port is located in San Pedro Bay in the San Pedro and Wilmington neighborhoods of Los Angeles, approximately 20 miles (32 km) south of downtown.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
14ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
34m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
M
Repair Code
A
Terminals
6

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
16080 →
GeoNames ID
5323994 →
Wikidata
Q1308991 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portoflosangeles.org →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USLAX
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-8
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
US-CA
Area
US West Coast
Latitude
33.7402°
Longitude
-118.2650°

Terminals (6)

APM TERMINALS LOS ANGELES PIER 400

APM TERMINALS

2500 Navy Way, Berths 401-406, Terminal Island, CA 90731, USA

www.apmterminals.com →

EVERPORT CONTAINER TERMINAL (ETS)

EVERPORT TERMINAL SERVICES, LTD. (ETS)

Everport Terminal Services, 389 Terminal Island Way, Terminal Island, CA 90731, USA

www.etslink.com →

FENIX MARINE CONTAINER TERMINAL (FMS)

FENIX MARINE SERVICES

614 Terminal Way, San Pedro, CA 90731, USA

www.fenixmarineservices.com →

TRAPAC CONTAINER TERMINAL

TRAPAC LOS ANGELES

630 West Harry Bridges Blvd, Berths 136-147, Wilmington, CA 90744, USA

losangeles.trapac.com →

WEST BASIN CONTAINER TERMINAL (WBCT)

WEST BASIN CONTAINER TERMINAL LLC

2050 John S. Gibson Blvd. San Pedro, CA 90731, USA

wbct.us →

YUSEN CONTAINER TERMINAL (YTI)

YUSEN TERMINALS LLC

701 New Dock Street, Berths 212-225, Terminal Island, CA 90731, USA

yti.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Los Angeles?+
The approach to Los Angeles is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Los Angeles Main Channel Range Front Lighthouse at 1.3 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Los Angeles Harbor (2 NM SSE), Los Angeles Main Channel Range Rear (2.5 NM SW), Point Fermin (2.5 NM SW), Long Beach Back Channel South Sector Light (2.7 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Los Angeles?+
The Port of Los Angeles is located within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports 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 Los Angeles?+
You can track vessels near Los Angeles (USLAX) 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 USLAX on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Los Angeles?+
The Port of Los Angeles operates in the UTC-8 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.