Port of La Paz (MXLAP): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of La Paz (UN/LOCODE MXLAP) is a small coastal (natural) harbor located in Mexico, on the Gulf of California. It sits at 24.1667° N, 110.3167° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 1.8 m, an anchorage depth near 17.1 m, cargo pier depths around 7.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- Coastal (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Gulf of California; North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- Mexico West Coast
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of La Paz
Where is Port of La Paz located?
Port of La Paz is a seaport located in Mexico, on the Gulf of California. Its coordinates are 24.1667° N, 110.3167° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of La Paz?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of La Paz is MXLAP — country code MX, location code LAP.
How deep is Port of La Paz?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of La Paz has a channel depth of about 1.8 m, an anchorage depth of about 17.1 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of La Paz?
Port of La Paz reports a maximum length of 100 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of La Paz require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of La Paz.
What type of harbor is Port of La Paz?
Port of La Paz is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of La Paz have?
Port of La Paz is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of La Paz are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #15920), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →