Port of Ontario

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About Port of Ontario

This port is a canal terminal located in Ohio, USA. It serves as a transshipment point for cargo moving through the Great Lakes waterway system.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
700m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
5744174 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USOT5
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-7
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Marina

Region

Subdivision
US-OH
Area
Great Lakes
Sub-area
Lake Ontario
Latitude
43.2761°
Longitude
-77.2769°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Ontario?

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The approach to Ontario is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Sodus Bay Lighthouse at 12.7 NM to the E. Other aids include Sodus Outer (13.2 NM E), Rochester Harbor (14.1 NM W), Genesee (14.7 NM W), Braddock Point (21.5 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Ontario on?

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The Port of Ontario 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.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Ontario?

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You can track vessels near Ontario (USOT5) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Ontario?

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The Port of Ontario is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USOT5 — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE USOT5 mean?

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The first two characters, US, are the ISO country code for US. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Ontario?

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The Port of Ontario 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.