DISTRICT 13 EMBLEM

NORTHWEST GUARD DISTRICT

PROTECTING THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST

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Northwest District 24hr (866) 498-0713

Bar Conditions for Oregon and Washington

National Response Center (800) 424-8802.

Regional Exam Center (888) 427-5662

National Documentation Center (800) 799-8362

Navigation Center (703) 313-5900


Report Marine Emergencies

Report marine emergencies to the nearest Coast Guard Sector office.

Sector Columbia River / Portland
Phone: (833) 769-8724

Sector Puget Sound / Seattle
Phone: (833) 449-0369


Northwest District Local Notice to Mariners

United States Coast Guard Navigation Center Marine Safety Information

NOAA is in the process of sunsetting or ending the production of traditional paper charts. Click here to read more about this.


Look here for the new Homeport Solutions & News!


Need to file for a Marine Event Permit.  Click here!

External Affairs Division (de)


The Coast Guard District Northwest (CGD-NW) External Affairs Division provides strategic guidance and support to the Northwest District Commander, Staff and field units on international, governmental, tribal affairs, and public affairs matters. Through the development of positive communication, interaction and outreach, Northwest District External Affairs endeavors to advance and strengthen external relationships to promote Coast Guard strategic objectives and highlight operational successes throughout the district. The External Affairs mission posture is guided by the Coast Guard’s core values, the Commandant’s Direction, and the district Commander’s Strategic Intent.

For non-emergency questions and information on Coast Guard District Northwest activities, call (206) 220-7237. 

Email External Affairs Division (de) Public Affairs Branch (dep) at uscg13@uscg.mil.