4516 - Harbours in Hare Bay Nautical Chart

Micro-Level Precision: 4516 - Harbours in Hare Bay

Navigate the deep inlets and protected coves of the Great Northern Peninsula with the professional authority of the Canadian Hydrographic Service (CHS). Chart 4516 is a specialized "Plans" chart, offering high-resolution, large-scale views of the vital harbors within Hare Bay, including the strategic port of Main Brook.

Essential Detail for Northern Outports

Hare Bay is a complex marine environment known for its rich biodiversity and its role as a shelter for the northern fishing fleet. While general coastal charts show the bay's vastness, Chart 4516 provides the granular data required for:

• Large-Scale Harbor Plans: Detailed insets for Main Brook and other local harbors, showing wharves, jetties, and specific berthing facilities.

• Intricate Hydrography: Highly accurate depth soundings that identify safe approach channels through the rocky "tickles" and shallow bars common to the region.

• Seabed Characteristics: Identifies bottom types—critical for vessels seeking a secure anchor in the varying conditions of the Northern Atlantic.

• Coastal Elevations & Hazards: Clearly marks the specific hazards, submerged pinnacles, and local aids to navigation that are essential for safe entry in low-visibility northern weather.

The Standard for Hare Bay Navigation

With the increasing development of ocean resources and the protection of the Hare Bay Islands Ecological Reserve, the role of Chart 4516 is more vital than ever. Whether you are a commercial fisherman, a marine researcher, or a recreational explorer, this chart provides the "ground-truth" data required for safe, port-to-port navigation in one of Newfoundland's most pristine marine areas.