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Port of PLATTSBURGH

USPLB🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of PLATTSBURGH

This marina is located on the northwestern shore of Lake Champlain in New York. It serves as a recreational harbor.

Background
Plattsburgh is a city in and the county seat of Clinton County, New York, United States, situated on the north-western shore of Lake Champlain. The population was 19,841 at the 2020 census. The population of the surrounding Town of Plattsburgh was 11,886 as of the 2020 census, making the combined population of Plattsburgh to be 31,727. Plattsburgh lies just to the northeast of Adirondack Park, immediately outside of the park boundaries. It is the second largest community in the North Country region, and serves as the main commercial hub for the sparsely populated northern Adirondack Mountains. The explorer Samuel de Champlain was the first ever recorded European that sailed into Champlain Valley and later claimed the region as a part of New France in 1609.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
31m

Operations & Services

History

Established
1785

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Marina

Region

Area
US East Coast
Latitude
44.6967°
Longitude
-73.4392°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
5127401 →
Wikidata
Q998669 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.cityofplattsburgh-ny.gov →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of PLATTSBURGH?+
The approach to PLATTSBURGH is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Bluff Point Lighthouse at 4.5 NM to the S. Other aids include Point Aux Roches (7 NM NNE), Colchester Reef (9.7 NM SSE), Isle La Motte (13.5 NM NNE), Burlington Breakwater North (15.8 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of PLATTSBURGH on?+
The Port of PLATTSBURGH 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 PLATTSBURGH?+
You can track vessels near PLATTSBURGH (USPLB) 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 USPLB on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of PLATTSBURGH?+
The Port of PLATTSBURGH 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.