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Port of HOME PORT

USXKI🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of HOME PORT

This facility serves as a marina, a base for vessels. It is located in the USA.

Background
A vessel's home port is the port at which it is based, which may not be the same as its port of registry shown on its registration documents and lettered on the stern of the ship's hull. In the cruise industry the term "home port" is also often used in reference to the port in which a ship will take on/change over most of its passengers while taking on stores, supplies and fuel.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
8700 →
GeoNames ID
4153769 →
Wikidata
Q1595601 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
None

Region

Area
Gulf of Mexico
Latitude
28.0590°
Longitude
-82.7774°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of HOME PORT?+
The approach to HOME PORT is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Tampa Bay Watch Lighthouse at 7.4 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Hillsborough County (Tampa Area) Lighthouses (16.3 NM SE), Tampa Bay Cut K Range Rear (16.3 NM SE), Nan's Approach (18.6 NM N), Hillsborough Bay Cut C Inbound Range Rear (19.8 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of HOME PORT on?+
The Port of HOME PORT is situated on the Gulf of Mexico in US. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of HOME PORT?+
You can track vessels near HOME PORT (USXKI) 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 USXKI on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of HOME PORT?+
The Port of HOME PORT 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.