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Port of WOODS HOLE

USWOH🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of WOODS HOLE

Also known as: Wood's Hole, Wood's Holl, Woods Hole, Woods Hole Passage, Woods Hole Strait, Woods Holl

This harbor serves as a vital ferry terminal and research hub on Cape Cod. It facilitates passenger and vehicle transport to Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket. The port is a key operational base for marine research vessels.

Background
Woods Hole is a strait in Massachusetts separating the Elizabeth Islands from the village of Woods Hole on the mainland of Cape Cod. It is one of four straits allowing maritime passage between Buzzards Bay and Vineyard Sound. The others are Canapitsit Channel, Robinson's Hole and Quick's Hole. Woods Hole is often referred to as Woods Hole Passage to distinguish it from the village of Woods Hole, which is itself named after the passage.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
3ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
7360 →
GeoNames ID
4956153 →
Wikidata
Q23585329 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
US East Coast
Latitude
41.5256°
Longitude
-70.6739°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of WOODS HOLE?+
The approach to WOODS HOLE is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Nobska Point Lighthouse at 1 NM to the SE with a nominal range of 13 NM. Other aids include West Chop (4.3 NM SE), Elizabeth Islands Lighthouses (5.1 NM SW), Tarpaulin Cove (5.1 NM SW), East Chop (5.8 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of WOODS HOLE?+
The Port of WOODS HOLE 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 WOODS HOLE?+
You can track vessels near WOODS HOLE (USWOH) 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 USWOH on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of WOODS HOLE?+
The Port of WOODS HOLE 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.