Port Royal

The controlling depth at Port Royal is 8.23 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.

The approach to Port Royal is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Hilton Head Range Rear Lighthouse at 12.5 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Hunting Island (12.5 NM E), Combahee Bank (14 NM ENE), Harbour Town Lighthouse (15.2 NM SSW), Haig Point (15.4 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port Royal 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.

You can track vessels near Port Royal (USPRJ) 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 USPRJ on the live map.

The Port Royal operates in the UTC-4 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.