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Port of Puget Sound

USPGQ🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Puget Sound

This is a major estuarine system on the northwest coast of Washington State, USA. It serves as a vital waterway for maritime traffic and contains numerous ports and facilities. The Sound connects to the Pacific Ocean via the Strait of Juan de Fuca.

Background
Puget Sound is a complex estuarine system of interconnected marine waterways and basins located on the northwest coast of the U.S. state of Washington. As a part of the Salish Sea, the sound has one major and two minor connections to the Strait of Juan de Fuca, which in turn connects to the open Pacific Ocean. The major connection is Admiralty Inlet; the minor connections are Deception Pass and the Swinomish Channel.

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Vessel Limits

Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
17760 →
GeoNames ID
12195563 →
Wikidata
Q604141 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
USPGQ
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-8
Feature Type
DCKY (Dockyard)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
US-WA
Latitude
47.8167°
Longitude
-122.4333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Puget Sound?+
The approach to Puget Sound is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Point No Point Lighthouse at 6.9 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Skunk Bay (8.3 NM NW), West Point (9.3 NM S), Mukilteo (9.4 NM NNE), Swiftsure (12 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Puget Sound?+
The Port of Puget Sound 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 Puget Sound?+
You can track vessels near Puget Sound (USPGQ) 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 USPGQ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Puget Sound?+
The Port of Puget Sound 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.