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Port of Ship Bottom

USSBQ🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Ship Bottom

Ship Bottom is a harbor located on Long Beach Island, New Jersey, USA. It serves as a local maritime facility on the Atlantic coast.

Background
Ship Bottom is a borough situated on the Jersey Shore, within Ocean County in the U.S. state of New Jersey. As of the 2020 United States census, the borough's population was 1,098, a decrease of 58 (−5.0%) from the 2010 census count of 1,156, which in turn had reflected a decline of 228 (−16.5%) from the 1,384 counted in the 2000 census. The borough is located on Long Beach Island and borders the Atlantic Ocean. The summer population can climb as high as 20,000.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
5m

Operations & Services

History

Established
1925

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USSBQ
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Marina

Region

Subdivision
US-NJ
Area
US East Coast
Latitude
39.6446°
Longitude
-74.1856°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
4502546 →
Wikidata
Q1088826 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.shipbottom.org →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Ship Bottom?+
The approach to Ship Bottom is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Tucker'S Island Lighthouse at 7.7 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Barnegat (8.1 NM NNE), Ocean County Lighthouses (8.1 NM NNE), Point Comfort (17.7 NM SSW), Absecon (19.8 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Ship Bottom?+
The Port of Ship Bottom 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 Ship Bottom?+
You can track vessels near Ship Bottom (USSBQ) 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 USSBQ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Ship Bottom?+
The Port of Ship Bottom 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.