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Port of MOBJACK BAY

USNOR🇺🇸USA

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About Port of MOBJACK BAY

Mobjack Bay is a natural harbor located on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay in Virginia, USA. Situated between the Rappahannock and York Rivers, it serves as a sheltered anchorage.

Background
Mobjack Bay is a bay on the western shore of Chesapeake Bay in Virginia in the United States. It lies between the Rappahannock River on the north and the York River on the south. The bay appears in early documents as "Mockjack Bay"; it was said that echoes on the bay would mock "Jack", a term for a sailor. Captain Thomas Todd of Toddsbury, Gloucester County, a mid seventeenth century emigrant, was recorded as "Thomas Todd of Mockjack Bay".

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

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References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
7274555 →
Wikidata
Q6887367 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
USNOR
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Marina

Region

Area
US East Coast
Latitude
37.4278°
Longitude
-76.4008°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of MOBJACK BAY?+
The approach to MOBJACK BAY is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Stingray Point Lighthouse at 9.1 NM to the NNE. Other aids include New Point Comfort (9.6 NM SE), Wolf Trap (10.7 NM ESE), Mathews County Lighthouses (10.8 NM ESE), Pages Rock (11.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of MOBJACK BAY?+
The Port of MOBJACK BAY 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 MOBJACK BAY?+
You can track vessels near MOBJACK BAY (USNOR) 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 USNOR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of MOBJACK BAY?+
The Port of MOBJACK BAY 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.