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Port of BUZZARDS BAY

USZBG🇺🇸USA

Port Location

About Port of BUZZARDS BAY

Buzzards Bay is a harbor located on the Atlantic Ocean coast of Massachusetts. It serves as a connection to the Cape Cod Canal, facilitating maritime traffic. The bay is a popular area for recreational boating and fishing.

Background
Buzzards Bay is a bay of the Atlantic Ocean adjacent to the U.S. state of Massachusetts. It is approximately 28 miles long by 8 miles wide. It is a popular destination for fishing, boating, and tourism. Buzzards Bay is often considered the finest sailing location on the East Coast and is frequently compared in terms of sailing conditions to San Francisco Bay. Since 1914, Buzzards Bay has been connected to Cape Cod Bay by the Cape Cod Canal. In 1988, under the Clean Water Act, the Environmental Protection Agency and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts designated Buzzards Bay to the National Estuary Program, as "an estuary of national significance" that is threatened by pollution, land development, or overuse.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
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Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
4947575 →
Wikidata
Q599732 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
US East Coast
Latitude
41.7412°
Longitude
-70.6239°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of BUZZARDS BAY?+
The approach to BUZZARDS BAY is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Nantucket Ii Lighthouse at 4 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Wings Neck (4 NM SSW), Cape Cod Canal Entrance Range Rear (5.3 NM ENE), Cape Cod Canal Breakwater (6.4 NM ENE), Cleveland East Ledge (7.3 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of BUZZARDS BAY?+
The Port of BUZZARDS BAY 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 BUZZARDS BAY?+
You can track vessels near BUZZARDS BAY (USZBG) 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 USZBG on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of BUZZARDS BAY?+
The Port of BUZZARDS BAY 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.