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Port of Pensacola Beach

USPB4🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Pensacola Beach

Pensacola Beach is a deep-water port located on Pensacola Bay in Florida. It handles general cargo and is equipped with tugs and compulsory pilotage.

Background
The Port of Pensacola is an operational deep-water port on Pensacola Bay. Dating back to 1743, it is now one of the City of Pensacola's Enterprise Operations, having been incorporated in 1943 as the Municipal Port Authority.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
U
Repair Code
B

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
8760 →
Wikidata
Q7231226 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
USPB4
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
None

Region

Subdivision
US-FL
Latitude
30.3333°
Longitude
-87.1333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Pensacola Beach?+
The approach to Pensacola Beach is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pensacola Bay Range Rear Lighthouse at 5.8 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Pensacola East Channel Inner Range Front (5.8 NM NW), Pensacola East Channel Inner Range Rear (5.8 NM NW), Pensacola (9.1 NM W), Caucus Channel Range Rear (9.5 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Pensacola Beach on?+
The Port of Pensacola Beach is situated on the Gulf of Mexico in US. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Pensacola Beach?+
You can track vessels near Pensacola Beach (USPB4) 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 USPB4 on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Pensacola Beach?+
The Port of Pensacola Beach 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.