Port of Mazatlan (MXMZT): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Mazatlan (UN/LOCODE MXMZT) is a medium river (natural) harbor located in Mexico, on the North Pacific Ocean. It sits at 23.2000° N, 106.4167° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth near 18.6 m, cargo pier depths around 11 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage facilities.

Country
Mexico
UN/LOCODE
MXMZT
Harbor Type
River (Natural)
Coordinates
23.2000° N, 106.4167° 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
11 m
Anchorage Depth
18.6 m
Cargo Pier Depth
11 m
Max Vessel Length
210 m
Tidal Range
1 m
Entrance Width
146 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
River (Natural)
Harbor Size
Medium
Shelter Afforded
Good
World Water Body
North Pacific Ocean
Region
Mexico West Coast

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterYes / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockModerate / Unknown
Ice RestrictionUnknown
WharvesAnchorage

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Port of Mazatlan (MXMZT)
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Distance
168 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Mazatlan

Where is Port of Mazatlan located?

Port of Mazatlan is a seaport located in Mexico, on the North Pacific Ocean. Its coordinates are 23.2000° N, 106.4167° W.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Mazatlan?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Mazatlan is MXMZT — country code MX, location code MZT.

How deep is Port of Mazatlan?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Mazatlan has a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth of about 18.6 m, cargo pier depths of about 11 m.

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

Port of Mazatlan reports a maximum length of 210 m for vessels calling at the port.

Does Port of Mazatlan require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Mazatlan.

What type of harbor is Port of Mazatlan?

Port of Mazatlan is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of medium size, offering good shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Mazatlan have?

Port of Mazatlan is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Mazatlan are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #15810), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →