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Port of POUGHKEEPSIE

USPOU🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of POUGHKEEPSIE

This port is located on the Hudson River in New York. It is a general cargo port with pilotage and tug services available.

Background
Poughkeepsie is a city in and is the county seat of Dutchess County, New York, United States. It is surrounded by the Town of Poughkeepsie and had a population of 31,577 at the 2020 census, while the Kiryas Joel–Poughkeepsie–Newburgh metropolitan area has an estimated 712,000 residents. Poughkeepsie is in the Hudson Valley region, midway between the core of the New York metropolitan area and the state capital of Albany. It is served by the nearby Hudson Valley Regional Airport and Stewart International Airport in Orange County, New York.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Tidal Range
1ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

History

Established
1686

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USPOU
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
US East Coast
Sub-area
Hudson River
Latitude
41.7050°
Longitude
-73.9379°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
7670 →
Wikidata
Q178093 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.cityofpoughkeepsie.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of POUGHKEEPSIE?+
The approach to POUGHKEEPSIE is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Esopus Island Lighthouse at 9.8 NM to the N. Other aids include Ulster County Lighthouses (9.8 NM N), Rondout Creek (13 NM N), Orange County Lighthouse (18.6 NM S), Saugerties (22 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of POUGHKEEPSIE?+
The Port of POUGHKEEPSIE is located within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard 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 POUGHKEEPSIE?+
You can track vessels near POUGHKEEPSIE (USPOU) 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 USPOU on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of POUGHKEEPSIE?+
The Port of POUGHKEEPSIE 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.