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Port of Mystic

USMYC🇺🇸USA

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About Port of Mystic

Mystic Seaport is a historic maritime museum located in Mystic, Connecticut, on the Mystic River. It preserves and displays a collection of historic vessels and a re-created 19th-century seafaring village.

Background
Mystic Seaport Museum is a maritime museum in Mystic, Connecticut, and the largest in the United States. Its 19-acre (7.7 ha) site holds a collection of ships and boats and a re-creation of a 19th-century seaport village consisting of more than 60 historic buildings, including many rare commercial structures that were moved to the site and meticulously restored. As of 2016, the museum received about 250,000 visitors each year.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
1607m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Floating
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

History

Established
1929

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USMYC
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-7
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
US-CT
Area
US East Coast
Latitude
41.3522°
Longitude
-71.9710°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
7490 →
GeoNames ID
5667930 →
Wikidata
Q1890082 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.mysticseaport.org →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Mystic?+
The approach to Mystic is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Mystic Seaport Lighthouse at 0.6 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Morgan Point (2.3 NM SSW), Stonington West Breakwater (3.1 NM ESE), Latimer Reef (3.3 NM SSE), Stonington Harbor (3.3 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Mystic?+
The Port of Mystic is located within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard 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 Mystic?+
You can track vessels near Mystic (USMYC) 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 USMYC on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Mystic?+
The Port of Mystic operates in the UTC-7 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.