Port of Guaymas (MXGYM): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Guaymas (UN/LOCODE MXGYM) is a small coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Mexico, on the Gulf of California. It sits at 27.9167° N, 110.9167° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 7.9 m, an anchorage depth near 14 m, cargo pier depths around 11 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes anchorage facilities.

Country
Mexico
UN/LOCODE
MXGYM
Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Coordinates
27.9167° N, 110.9167° W

Port Specifications & Capabilities

Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.

Channel Depth
7.9 m
Anchorage Depth
14 m
Cargo Pier Depth
11 m
Max Vessel Length
300 m
Tidal Range
3 m
Oil Terminal Depth
7.9 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Harbor Size
Small
Shelter Afforded
Good
World Water Body
Gulf of California; North Pacific Ocean
Region
Mexico West Coast

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockLimited / Unknown
Ice RestrictionNo
Anchorage

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Distance
77 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Guaymas

Where is Port of Guaymas located?

Port of Guaymas is a seaport located in Mexico, on the Gulf of California. Its coordinates are 27.9167° N, 110.9167° W.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Guaymas?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Guaymas is MXGYM — country code MX, location code GYM.

How deep is Port of Guaymas?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Guaymas has a channel depth of about 7.9 m, an anchorage depth of about 14 m, cargo pier depths of about 11 m.

What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Guaymas?

Port of Guaymas reports a maximum length of 300 m for vessels calling at the port.

Does Port of Guaymas require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Guaymas.

What type of harbor is Port of Guaymas?

Port of Guaymas is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Guaymas have?

Port of Guaymas is recorded as offering anchorage facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Guaymas are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #15850), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →