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Port Ludlow

USPLU🇺🇸US

The Port Ludlow (USPLU) is a maritime port facility located in US.. Local time zone: UTC-8.

Position: 47.9208°N, 122.6845°W. UN/LOCODE: USPLU.

Geographic context: The Port Ludlow is situated on the North Pacific Ocean, within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports of the United States. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

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Port Name
Port Ludlow
Country
🇺🇸US
UNLOCODE
USPLU
Time Zone
UTC-8
Latitude
47.9208°
Longitude
-122.6845°
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How do I navigate the approach to the Port Ludlow?+
The approach to Port Ludlow is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Eastern Jefferson County (Admiralty Inlet, Port Townsend Area) Lighthouses Lighthouse at 13.7 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Minor Island (24.8 NM NNW), Trial Islands (37.8 NM NW), Fiddle Reef (38.8 NM NW), Skagit County (Anacortes Area) Lighthouse (40.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port Ludlow?+
The Port Ludlow 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 Ludlow?+
You can track vessels near Port Ludlow (USPLU) 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 USPLU on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port Ludlow?+
The Port Ludlow 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.