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Port of Oakland

USOAK🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Oakland

Oakland is a major US West Coast port authority located in California on San Francisco Bay. It handles a significant volume of containerized cargo, serving as a gateway for trans-Pacific trade. The port accommodates large container ships and features extensive terminal facilities.

Background
The Port of Oakland is the port authority for the city of Oakland, California, United States. Its primary responsibilities are the operation of the Oakland Seaport and Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport. It also operates a commercial real estate business as the owner of Jack London Square, Airport Business Park, and more than 875 acres (354 ha) of waterfront property. It operates a municipal electric utility that serves port-owned properties.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
8ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
82m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
L
Repair Code
A
Terminals
4

History

Established
1927

Terminals (4)

BEN E. NUTTER TERMINAL

EVERPORT TERMINAL SERVICES, LTD. (ETS)

5190 7th Street, Oakland, CA 94607, USA

www.oaklandseaport.com →

MATSON TERMINAL

SSA TERMINALS OAKLAND

1579 Middle Harbor Road, Oakland, CA 94607

www.matson.com →

OAKLAND INTERNATIONAL CONTAINER TERMINAL (OICT)

SSA TERMINALS

1717 Middle Harbor Road, Oakland, CA 94607, USA

www.ssamarine.com →

TRAPAC CONTAINER TERMINAL

TRAPAC

Berth 30-32, Oakland, CA 94607, USA

oakland.trapac.com →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USOAK
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-8
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
US-CA
Area
US West Coast
Latitude
37.7978°
Longitude
-122.2864°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
16340 →
GeoNames ID
5378545 →
Wikidata
Q125553059 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portofoakland.com →

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Oakland?+
The approach to Oakland is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Lightship Wlv-605 Relief Lighthouse at 0.3 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Oakland Harbor (0.9 NM ESE), Alameda County (Oakland Area) Lighthouses (2.2 NM ESE), Yerba Buena Island (3.6 NM W), Roe Island (6 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Oakland?+
The Port of Oakland 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 Oakland?+
You can track vessels near Oakland (USOAK) 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 USOAK on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Oakland?+
The Port of Oakland 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.