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Port Orchard

USQOC🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port Orchard

Port Orchard is a marina located in Washington state. It is a sheltered harbor with facilities for vessel repair.

Background
Port Orchard, part of Washington state's Puget Sound, is the strait that separates Bainbridge Island on the east from the Kitsap Peninsula on the west. It extends from Liberty Bay and Agate Pass in the north to Sinclair Inlet and Rich Passage in the south. It was named in May 1792 by George Vancouver after Harry Masterman Orchard, ship's clerk of Vancouver's ship Discovery.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Unknown
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Cranes
Floating
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
17440 →
GeoNames ID
7716964 →
Wikidata
Q7230835 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
portofbremerton.org →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USQOC
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-8
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Area
US West Coast
Latitude
47.5405°
Longitude
-122.6405°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port Orchard?+
The approach to Port Orchard is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Alki Point Lighthouse at 9.2 NM to the ENE. Other aids include West Point (11 NM NE), Gig Harbor (13.1 NM SSE), Swiftsure (13.4 NM ENE), Point Robinson (14.2 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port Orchard?+
The Port Orchard is located within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports 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 Orchard?+
You can track vessels near Port Orchard (USQOC) 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 USQOC on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port Orchard?+
The Port Orchard operates in the UTC-8 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.