Belledune Harbor from N
Belledune Harbor (47°54'N., 65°50'W.) which lies between Belledune Point and a point about 1 mile to the W, is the site of fertilizer and smelting installations. The breakwater which fronts the harbor is angled midway along its length.

Winds—Weather.—The prevailing winds are from the W, although in September and October they may be from SW. When the wind is from the E, a swell may be experienced at the harbor entrance and the berths.

Ice.—The harbor is ice free in the winter and is open to navigation throughout the year. However, the prevailing E winds bring pack ice into Baie des Chaleurs, making the approach to Belledune difficult at times, with heavy and rafted ice.

Depths—Limitations.—The approach channel has a width of about 145m and a reported depth of 11.6m. It is recommended that fully-loaded bulk carriers berth at HW and have a maximum arrival draft of 12.6m.

Aspect.—A light is exhibited at the outer end of the breakwater.

Pilotage.—Pilotage is not compulsory, but is recommended. The pilot boards 1.5 to 3 miles NE of the breakwater.

Regulations—A vessel may not enter the harbor without first notifying the harbormaster on VHF channel 16 or 65A. The port has restrictions on docking in certain wind conditions and may require vessels to use the services of a tug.

Anchorage.—Two designated anchorages lie 1.5 miles and 3 miles NE of the breakwater, in 27 to 33m, good holding ground, hard mud, but with little shelter.

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