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Port of Portola Valley

USXPT🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of Portola Valley

Portola Valley is a marina located on the San Francisco Peninsula in California. It serves recreational boaters in the Bay Area.

Background
Portola Valley is a small town in San Mateo County, California, United States. As of the 2020 census, the town had a population of 4,456. Located on the San Francisco Peninsula in the Bay Area, the community is nestled on the eastern slopes of the Santa Cruz Mountains.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-3m

Region

Subdivision
US-CA
Latitude
37.3833°
Longitude
-122.2333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
USXPT
Country
🇺🇸USA
Time Zone
UTC-8
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
5343358 →
Wikidata
Q1011116 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portolavalley.net →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Portola Valley?+
The approach to Portola Valley is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pigeon Point Lighthouse at 14.3 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Point Montara (16.4 NM NW), Año Nuevo (17.3 NM SSW), Alameda County (Oakland Area) Lighthouses (23.9 NM N), Oakland Harbor (24.5 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Portola Valley?+
The Port of Portola Valley is located within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports 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 Portola Valley?+
You can track vessels near Portola Valley (USXPT) 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 USXPT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Portola Valley?+
The Port of Portola Valley operates in the UTC-8 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.