3495 - Vancouver Harbour - Eastern Portion Nautical Chart

The Industrial Hub: 3495 - Vancouver Harbour (Eastern Portion)

Navigate the high-traffic eastern reaches of Canada’s most vital port with the professional authority of the Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS). Chart 3495 is the essential, large-scale "road map" for mariners, providing the granular detail required for transiting the Second Narrows, accessing the Port Moody Arm, and maneuvering through the deep-sea industrial berths of the Inner Harbour.

Precision for Critical Transit Zones

The Eastern Portion of Vancouver Harbour is characterized by narrow passages, significant tidal currents, and intense commercial activity. CHS Chart 3495 provides the "ground-truth" data required for safe pilotage:

• High-Resolution Large-Scale Detail: Offers the extreme precision needed to navigate the Ironworkers Memorial (Second Narrows) Bridge transit—a critical point for deep-draft vessels.

• Comprehensive Terminal Coverage: Includes detailed mapping for the major bulk, container, and oil terminals in Burnaby and North Vancouver, ensuring safe approaches for commercial operators.

• Safe Passage to the North: Provides the primary navigational data for the entrance to Indian Arm and the recreational waters of Deep Cove.

• Hazard & Infrastructure Identification: Explicitly marks submerged hazards, pipeline crossings, and the latest positioning of navigational aids, updated to ensure safe transit through the inlet's busiest industrial sectors.

The Professional Standard for Burrard Inlet Safety

With the convergence of global shipping, rail-to-ship logistics, and local recreational traffic, the reliability of Chart 3495 is more vital than ever. Whether you are a professional pilot guiding a tanker, a commercial tug operator, or a recreational boater exploring Belcarra, this official CHS chart delivers the accuracy and detail needed to navigate from port to port with total confidence.