Port of Penetanguishene (CAPTH): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Penetanguishene (UN/LOCODE CAPTH) is a very small coastal (natural) harbor located in Canada, on the Lake Huron. It sits at 44.7667° N, 79.9333° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 4.9 m, an anchorage depth near 9.4 m, cargo pier depths around 4.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent.
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
- Very Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- Lake Huron; Great Lakes
- Region
- Canada Lake Huron
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Penetanguishene
Where is Port of Penetanguishene located?
Port of Penetanguishene is a seaport located in Canada, on the Lake Huron. Its coordinates are 44.7667° N, 79.9333° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Penetanguishene?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Penetanguishene is CAPTH — country code CA, location code PTH.
How deep is Port of Penetanguishene?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Penetanguishene has a channel depth of about 4.9 m, an anchorage depth of about 9.4 m, cargo pier depths of about 4.9 m.
Does Port of Penetanguishene require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Penetanguishene.
What type of harbor is Port of Penetanguishene?
Port of Penetanguishene is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering excellent shelter.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Penetanguishene are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #3930), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →