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Port Overview
Club Nautico Rincon (PRRIN) is a strategically positioned maritime facility located in Rincon, Puerto Rico, offering critical marine infrastructure for recreational and small-scale maritime operations in the Caribbean region. Situated on the northwest coast of Puerto Rico, this nautical club provides essential services for marine vessels, leveraging its unique geographic position in the Caribbean Sea.
Geographic Location & Access
Precise Location: 18.3444°N, -67.2614°E
The port is nestled in Rincon, a picturesque municipality known for its maritime heritage and surfing culture. Positioned on Puerto Rico’s western coastline, Club Nautico Rincon offers direct access to the Mona Passage, a critical maritime corridor connecting the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. The location provides natural protection from prevailing maritime conditions, with relatively calm waters and strategic coastal positioning.
Climate characteristics include tropical maritime conditions with consistent temperatures and moderate wind patterns, typically ranging between 23-30°C, making it an attractive destination for marine operations and recreational maritime activities.
Port Infrastructure & Facilities
While primarily a nautical club rather than a commercial port, Club Nautico Rincon offers specialized marine infrastructure:
– Marina Facilities: Accommodates small to medium-sized recreational vessels
– Berthing Capacity: Estimated 50-75 vessel slips
– Maximum Draft: 5 meters (significantly lower than the initially provided 50-meter specification)
– Dock Configurations: Multiple floating and fixed docks
– Basic Marine Services: Fuel supply, basic maintenance areas, and vessel support infrastructure
Technical Specifications
– Navigation Depth: Approximately 3-5 meters in primary berthing areas
– Vessel Size Limitations: Primarily suited for pleasure craft, small fishing vessels, and recreational boats
– Tidal Range: Moderate, typical Caribbean tidal variations of 0.3-0.7 meters
– Navigation Aids: Standard maritime signaling and navigation markers
Operational Services
Service offerings include:
– Basic vessel maintenance
– Fuel provisioning
– Fresh water supply
– Limited boat repair capabilities
– Security monitoring
– Recreational marine support
Commercial & Economic Aspects
As a nautical club, PRRIN’s economic impact is more localized, supporting:
– Recreational marine tourism
– Small-scale maritime activities
– Local marine-related businesses
– Coastal community economic support
Strategic Importance
While not a major commercial port, Club Nautico Rincon plays a significant role in:
– Supporting local maritime recreational activities
– Providing marine infrastructure for small vessels
– Contributing to coastal tourism
– Offering maritime services in northwest Puerto Rico
Competitive Advantages
– Scenic coastal location
– Protected maritime environment
– Proximity to popular tourist destinations
– Specialized recreational marine support
– Access to Caribbean maritime routes
Recommendations for Maritime Professionals
Ideal for:
– Recreational vessel operations
– Small maritime expeditions
– Coastal marine activities
– Local fishing support
– Marine tourism infrastructure
Limitations
– Not suitable for large commercial shipping
– Limited heavy cargo handling capabilities
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