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Port of Cape Henry

USXPY🇺🇸US

Port Location

About Port of Cape Henry

The Port of Cape Henry (USXPY) is a maritime port facility located in US.. Local time zone: UTC-5.

Position: 36.9167°N, 76.0167°W. UN/LOCODE: USXPY.

Geographic context: The Port of Cape Henry is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean, within the US East Coast shipping lane — a major shipping corridor serving ports along the Atlantic seaboard of the United States. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Vessel Limits

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General Information

Port Name
Cape Henry
Country
🇺🇸US
UNLOCODE
USXPY
Time Zone
UTC-5
Latitude
36.9167°
Longitude
-76.0167°

Navigation Aids Near Cape Henry

Little Creek East Jetty Lighthouse

7.7 NMW

Norfolk City Lighthouse Lighthouse

12.2 NMWNW

Hog Island (lens) Lighthouse

14.3 NMWSW

Portsmouth City Lighthouses Lighthouse

14.3 NMWSW

Lambert Point Lighthouse

15.3 NMW

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Cape Henry?+
The approach to Cape Henry is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Little Creek East Jetty Lighthouse at 7.7 NM to the W. Other aids include Norfolk City Lighthouse (12.2 NM WNW), Hog Island (lens) (14.3 NM WSW), Portsmouth City Lighthouses (14.3 NM WSW), Lambert Point (15.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Cape Henry?+
The Port of Cape Henry 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 Cape Henry?+
You can track vessels near Cape Henry (USXPY) 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 USXPY on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Cape Henry?+
The Port of Cape Henry 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.