Port of Whycocomagh: Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Whycocomagh is a very small coastal (natural) harbor located in Canada, on the North Atlantic Ocean. It sits at 45.9667° N, 61.1333° W. The port reports a channel depth of about 3.4 m, an anchorage depth near 6.4 m, cargo pier depths around 4.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.

Country
Canada
UN/LOCODE
Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Coordinates
45.9667° N, 61.1333° 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
3.4 m
Anchorage Depth
6.4 m
Cargo Pier Depth
4.9 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Harbor Size
Very Small
Shelter Afforded
Excellent
World Water Body
North Atlantic Ocean
Region
Cape Breton Island

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceNo
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Unknown
Fuel / Diesel OilUnknown / Unknown
Medical FacilitiesUnknown
Repairs / Dry DockUnknown / Unknown
Ice RestrictionYes
Wharves

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Distance
15 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Whycocomagh

Where is Port of Whycocomagh located?

Port of Whycocomagh is a seaport located in Canada, on the North Atlantic Ocean. Its coordinates are 45.9667° N, 61.1333° W.

How deep is Port of Whycocomagh?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Whycocomagh has a channel depth of about 3.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 6.4 m, cargo pier depths of about 4.9 m.

Does Port of Whycocomagh require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Whycocomagh.

What type of harbor is Port of Whycocomagh?

Port of Whycocomagh is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering excellent shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Whycocomagh have?

Port of Whycocomagh is recorded as offering wharves facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Whycocomagh are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #5960), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →