At the head of Nootka Sound on Vancouver Island's rugged west coast, Gold River began life as a company town for a Tahsis Company pulp mill built in the 1960s. The mill closed in 1998, and the deep-water site – pier depth around 9.4 metres – is now being redeveloped as West Coast Marine Terminals across some 236 acres, though no regular commercial liner traffic is yet established. The port currently offers no container handling or customs clearance for forwarder cargo. For dependable freight on Vancouver Island, Nanaimo and Port Alberni are the practical options, with Vancouver on the mainland for larger volumes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE of Gold River?▼

The UN/LOCODE of Gold River is CA GOR. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.

Where is the port of Gold River located?▼

The port of Gold River is located in Canada (North Pacific Ocean).

What is the size of the port Gold River?▼

Gold River is a Very Small harbor of type River (Natural).

Location & Weather

49.68333, -126.11667

Transit time routes from Gold River

Vancouver → Shanghai Vancouver → Shenzhen Vancouver → Guangzhou Vancouver → Hong Kong Vancouver → Tokyo Vancouver → Busan

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