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Port of River Grove

USRG6🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of River Grove

River Grove is a canal port located in the Chicago metropolitan area, Illinois. It serves as a point on the Illinois Waterway system.

Background
River Grove is a village in Leyden Township, Cook County, Illinois, United States. The population was 10,612 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Chicago metropolitan area.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
197m

Region

Subdivision
US-IL
Latitude
41.9167°
Longitude
-87.8333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USRG6
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-6
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
4884511 →
Wikidata
Q783421 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
villageofrivergrove.org →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of River Grove?+
The approach to River Grove is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Belmont Harbor Inner Lighthouse at 9.1 NM to the E. Other aids include Foster Avenue Breakwater (9.1 NM ENE), Hollywood Avenue Breakwater (9.2 NM ENE), North Avenue Jetty (9.5 NM E), Farwell Avenue Breakwater (9.6 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of River Grove on?+
The Port of River Grove is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in US. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of River Grove?+
You can track vessels near River Grove (USRG6) 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 USRG6 on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of River Grove?+
The Port of River Grove 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.