Port Hueneme, Commercial port city in Ventura County, California, United States.
Description
Port Hueneme is a small coastal city with a deep water harbor in Ventura County, California. The harbor sits directly on the Pacific Ocean and serves as a major handling point for vehicles and perishable goods along the West Coast.
History
The area was originally a Chumash settlement before it was developed into a commercial harbor in 1941. The harbor infrastructure was built primarily to ship agricultural produce from the nearby Oxnard Plain.
Culture
The name Port Hueneme reflects the Chumash language, where Wene'mu indicates a resting place between the settlements of present-day Malibu and Ventura.
Practical
The harbor area can be observed from public viewing points, while most facilities remain reserved for commercial use. Nearby beaches and parks provide coastal access and views of passing cargo vessels.
Did you know?
The city has one of the few deep water ports between Los Angeles and San Francisco, making it an important stop for freight operations. The harbor is among the largest handlers of imported bananas in the United States.
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