Seaport · United States
Port of Skagway
Skagway (United States) is a very small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 19590). It lies on the Alaska-Canada coastal waters.
Port profile
- Country / territory
- United States
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- USSGY
- World Port Index no.
- 19590
- Coordinates
- 59.45°N, 135.33°W
- Harbor size
- Very small
- Harbor type
- Coastal (natural)
- Shelter afforded
- Fair
- Waters
- Alaska-Canada coastal waters; North Pacific Ocean
- WPI region
- Alaska
- Repairs
- None
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Channel depth | 23.2 m |
|---|---|
| Anchorage depth | 7.9 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 11.0 m |
| Tidal range | 4.3 m |
Facilities
- Wharves
- Anchorage
Navigation and port entry
- First port of entry
- ETA message required
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage compulsory
- Pilotage available
- Tugs: assistance
Services
- Longshoremen
- Electricity
- Medical facilities
- Garbage disposal
- Dirty ballast disposal
Supplies
- Provisions
- Potable water
Communications and connections
- Telephone
- Telefax
- 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) | 5,650 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 5,660 nm |
| Hai Phong | 5,110 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Skagway, 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 8 - Alaska: Dixon Entrance to Cape Spencer - Cape Spencer.
Frequently asked questions about Skagway
Where is Port of Skagway?
Skagway (United States) lies on the Alaska-Canada coastal waters, at about 59.45°N, 135.33°W.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Skagway?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE USSGY for Skagway. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
How far is Skagway from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 5,650 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 5,110 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Prince Rupert, Vancouver, Seattle.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Skagway?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Skagway 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.