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Port of Point Pleasant Beach

USPP3🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Point Pleasant Beach

Also known as: Bay Head-Manasquan Canal, Manasquan River-Barnegat Bay Canal, Point Pleasant Canal

This canal forms a segment of the New Jersey Intracoastal Waterway. It connects the Manasquan River and Inlet to Barnegat Bay, providing a navigable route for vessels along the Jersey Shore.

Background
The Point Pleasant Canal is a canal in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, forming a segment of the New Jersey Intracoastal Waterway. It connects the Manasquan River and Manasquan Inlet to Barnegat Bay, providing a navigable route for vessels along the Jersey Shore.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
5102803 →
Wikidata
Q7208128 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
USPP3
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Marina

Region

Subdivision
US-NJ
Area
US East Coast
Latitude
40.0936°
Longitude
-74.0586°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Point Pleasant Beach?+
The approach to Point Pleasant Beach is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Sea Girt Lighthouse at 3 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Navesink Twin Lights: North Tower (17.7 NM N), Chapel Hill Range Rear (18.3 NM N), Navesink Twin Lights: South Tower (18.5 NM N), Conover Beacon (19.7 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 Point Pleasant Beach?+
The Port of Point Pleasant Beach 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 Point Pleasant Beach?+
You can track vessels near Point Pleasant Beach (USPP3) 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 USPP3 on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Point Pleasant Beach?+
The Port of Point Pleasant Beach 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.