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Port of WINTER HARBOR

USWH5🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of WINTER HARBOR

Winter Harbor is a marina located on the Schoodic Peninsula in Maine. It serves as a small harbor, primarily for recreational vessels. The port is situated on the Atlantic coast.

Background
Winter Harbor is a town on the Schoodic Peninsula in Hancock County, Maine, United States. The population was 461 at the 2020 census. The town is located just outside the Schoodic Peninsula portion of Acadia National Park and is due east of the town of Bar Harbor and Ellsworth. Winter Harbor was once the location of a US Naval Station, NSGA-WH, which closed in the mid-2000s, and is now home to the Schoodic Institute’s Education and Research Center.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
16ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
2m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
6680 →
GeoNames ID
4983343 →
Wikidata
Q3448810 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
USWH5
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-5
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
US East Coast
Latitude
44.3905°
Longitude
-68.0852°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of WINTER HARBOR?+
The approach to WINTER HARBOR is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Winter Harbor Lighthouse at 1.8 NM to the S. Other aids include Egg Rock (3.2 NM SW), Prospect Harbor Point (3.2 NM ENE), Petit Manan (9.6 NM E), Baker Island (10.2 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of WINTER HARBOR on?+
The Port of WINTER HARBOR is situated on the North Atlantic 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 WINTER HARBOR?+
You can track vessels near WINTER HARBOR (USWH5) 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 USWH5 on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of WINTER HARBOR?+
The Port of WINTER HARBOR 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.