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Port of Pensacola

USPNS🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Pensacola

This deep-water port is located on Pensacola Bay in Florida. It handles general cargo and is equipped with a drydock. Pilotage and tug services are compulsory.

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
Elevation
5m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
8760 →
GeoNames ID
12495039 →
Wikidata
Q7231226 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
USPNS
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-6
Feature Type
DCKY (Dockyard)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
None

Region

Subdivision
US-FL
Area
Gulf of Mexico
Latitude
30.4051°
Longitude
-87.2173°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Pensacola?+
The approach to Pensacola is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pensacola East Channel Inner Range Rear Lighthouse at 0.3 NM to the E. Other aids include Pensacola East Channel Inner Range Front (0.4 NM ESE), Pensacola Bay Range Rear (2 NM ENE), Pensacola (5.9 NM SW), Caucus Channel Range Rear (6.6 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Pensacola on?+
The Port of Pensacola 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?+
You can track vessels near Pensacola (USPNS) 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 USPNS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Pensacola?+
The Port of Pensacola operates in the UTC-6 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.