Port of PALACIOS

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About Port of PALACIOS

Palacios is a marina located on the Texas coast, serving recreational vessels. It offers pilot services and has tugs and drydock facilities available.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
3ft
Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
9260 →
GeoNames ID
4687677 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USPSX
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-6
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
Gulf of Mexico
Latitude
28.6985°
Longitude
-96.2262°

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of PALACIOS?

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The approach to PALACIOS is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Entrance Range Lighthouse at 16.1 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Ship Channel (16.1 NM SSW), Matagorda Ship Channel Entrance (17.3 NM SSW), Range C Rear (17.3 NM SSW), Channel (18 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of PALACIOS on?

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The Port of PALACIOS 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 PALACIOS?

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You can track vessels near PALACIOS (USPSX) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of PALACIOS?

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The Port of PALACIOS is a port in US. Its UN/LOCODE is USPSX — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE USPSX mean?

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The first two characters, US, are the ISO country code for US. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of PALACIOS?

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The Port of PALACIOS 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.