Seaport · United States
Port of Fort Pierce
Fort Pierce (United States) is a very small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 8600). It lies on the North Atlantic Ocean.
Port profile
- Country / territory
- United States
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- USFPR
- World Port Index no.
- 8600
- Coordinates
- 27.47°N, 80.32°W
- Harbor size
- Very small
- Harbor type
- Coastal (natural)
- Shelter afforded
- Excellent
- Waters
- North Atlantic Ocean
- WPI region
- United States E Coast
- Repairs
- Limited
- Railway (slipway)
- Small
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Channel depth | 7.9 m |
|---|---|
| Anchorage depth | 6.4 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 6.4 m |
| Tidal range | 0.3 m |
Facilities
- Wharves
Entrance restrictions
- Other restrictions
Navigation and port entry
- First port of entry
- ETA message required
- Turning area
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage compulsory
- Tugs: assistance
Services
- Medical facilities
Supplies
- Provisions
- Potable water
- Fuel oil
- Diesel oil
- Deck supplies
- Engine supplies
Communications and connections
- Telephone
- Radio
- Radiotelephone
- Airport
- Rail
Only items reported as available in the World Port Index are listed.
Distance from Vietnam
Great-circle (straight-line) distances from Vietnam’s main port clusters. Actual sea routes are longer, as ships follow sea lanes around land.
| From | Great-circle distance |
|---|---|
| Cat Lai (Ho Chi Minh City) | 8,480 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 8,490 nm |
| Hai Phong | 7,880 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Fort Pierce, with full port guides:
Data source
Port characteristics on this page come from the NGA World Port Index (Pub. 150, U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency), as distributed in the seaport-data-js dataset. The index is a navigational reference and may not reflect recent construction, terminal changes or current operating limits. Always confirm details with the port authority, agent or carrier. Sailing directions: U.S. Coast Pilot 4 - Atlantic Coast: Cape Henry VA to Key West FL.
Frequently asked questions about Fort Pierce
Where is Port of Fort Pierce?
Fort Pierce (United States) lies on the North Atlantic Ocean, at about 27.47°N, 80.32°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Fort Pierce?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE USFPR for Fort Pierce. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
How far is Fort Pierce from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 8,480 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 7,880 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Port Everglades, Freeport (Bahamas), Miami.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Fort Pierce?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Fort Pierce through our carrier contracts and agent network. Send us your cargo details for a quote.
Information on this page is general guidance compiled by Global Logistic Group from public sources. Port facilities, carrier networks, routings and transit times change frequently; always confirm current schedules, cut-offs and requirements with us or the carrier before booking.