A large cargo ship sits in the harbor with cranes in the background shrouded in mist

    Port of Stockton

    California
    West

    Overview

    The Port of Stockton is a major deepwater inland port located in Stockton, California, more than seventy nautical miles from the Pacific Ocean. Strategically situated in the fertile San Joaquin Valley, this port serves as a critical logistics gateway for both domestic and international trade. Occupying approximately 4,200 acres, the Port of Stockton is the second largest port by land acreage in California. Its location connects the rich agricultural and industrial regions of Central California with global markets, enhancing the state’s overall supply chain and trade efficiency. The port plays a vital economic role in the Central Valley, contributing over $78 million in state and local tax revenue in 2023 and sustaining thousands of jobs. Uniquely positioned, the port features access to four major freeways, two transcontinental railroads, and an international waterway, providing seamless multimodal transportation options. Its facilities are capable of handling a broad spectrum of cargoes, from dry and liquid bulk commodities such as steel, rice, cement, and fertilizers to general and project cargo. The port is notable for its self-sustaining operations and commitment to sustainability and regional development, making it a linchpin for cargo distribution throughout the region.

    Facilities

    • Deep-water berths
    • Warehousing (transit sheds and general storage)
    • Bulk cargo terminals (dry and liquid)
    • Break-bulk cargo terminals
    • Refrigerated storage
    • Rail connections (served by two Class I railroads)
    • Heavy-lift and project cargo handling equipment
    • Truck and barge facilities

    Operating Hours

    Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

    Shipping Lines

    Major carriers serving this port

    1
    Maersk Line
    2
    CMA CGM
    3
    Hapag-Lloyd
    4
    Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC)
    5
    COSCO Shipping