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Port Huron

USPHN🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port Huron

This marina is located on the St. Clair River, a key waterway connecting Lake Huron and Lake St. Clair. Established in 1814, it serves recreational vessels.

Background
Port Huron is a city in and the county seat of St. Clair County, Michigan, United States. The population was 28,983 at the 2020 census. The city is bordered on the west by Port Huron Township, but the two are administered autonomously. The city is the largest in The Thumb area of Michigan, and principal community in the Blue Water Area, more recently rebranded as Michigan's Thumb Coast, for tourism purposes.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Elevation
180m

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
1814

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USPHN
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
US-MI
Area
Great Lakes
Sub-area
Lake Huron
Latitude
42.9894°
Longitude
-82.4314°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
4350 →
GeoNames ID
5006235 →
Wikidata
Q1000222 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.porthuron.org →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port Huron?+
The approach to Port Huron is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Fort Gratiot Range Rear Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the NE. Other aids include Huron (0.2 NM E), Fort Gratiot Range Front (0.3 NM NE), Point Edward Range Front (1 NM NE), Fort Gratiot (1.1 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port Huron on?+
The Port Huron is situated on the North Pacific 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 Huron?+
You can track vessels near Port Huron (USPHN) 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 USPHN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port Huron?+
The Port Huron 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.