Allen River facts for kids

Allen River

Location in New Zealand

The Allen River is a cool river located in New Zealand. You can find it in the West Coast area of the South Island. This river starts on the south side of the Allen Range. This mountain range reaches up to about 1,450 meters (4,757 feet) high! The Allen Range also helps form a border between the West Coast and Tasman regions.

What Makes the Allen River Special?

The Allen River has a unique start. For about half its length, it actually has two main parts: a left branch and a right branch.

How the River Comes Together

• The right branch of the river has a major stream that joins it. This stream flows through a valley located between the two main branches.
• Eventually, these branches come together. They form one united river.

The River's Journey South

After the branches join, the Allen River flows south. It travels through a narrow, rocky passage called a gorge.

• The Johnson River also joins the Allen River along its path. This happens about 200 meters (656 feet) before the Allen River meets the North branch of the Mōkihinui River.
• The Allen River then flows into the North branch of the Mōkihinui River. This meeting point is about 310 meters (1,017 feet) above sea level.