Beaver River (Grey County) facts for kids
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The Beaver River passing over the Eugenia Falls
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 Location of the mouth of the Beaver River in southern Ontario
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Ontario |
| Region | Southern Ontario |
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| Main source | field Clearview, Simcoe County 513 m (1,683 ft) 44°23′29″N 80°15′27″W / 44.39139°N 80.25750°W |
| River mouth | Georgian Bay on Lake Huron The Blue Mountains, Grey County 176 m (577 ft) 44°33′54″N 80°26′52″W / 44.56500°N 80.44778°W |
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| River system | Great Lakes Basin |
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The Beaver River is a river located in southern Ontario, Canada. It flows through Grey County and Simcoe County. This river is an important part of the Great Lakes Basin. It eventually flows into Lake Huron, one of the Great Lakes. The land area that collects water for the Beaver River is managed by Grey Sauble Conservation.
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Where Does the Beaver River Flow?
The Beaver River starts in a field in Clearview, which is in Simcoe County. From there, it quickly flows west into Grey Highlands, Grey County.
Journey to Eugenia Lake
As the river continues southwest, it meets the Little Beaver River. This smaller river joins the Beaver River from the left side. The river then flows into Eugenia Lake. This lake is located at the edge of the Niagara Escarpment, near the community of Eugenia. Eugenia Lake was created to help control the river's flow. A hydroelectric plant was also built there to generate electricity from the water.
Waterfalls and Valleys
After Eugenia Lake, the river flows over the beautiful Eugenia Falls. Another river, the Boyne River, joins the Beaver River from the left. The Beaver River then turns north. It flows through the scenic Beaver Valley, entering the area known as The Blue Mountains.
Reaching Lake Huron
The river continues its journey north. It passes over two dams along the way. Finally, the Beaver River reaches its end at Nottawasaga Bay. This bay is part of Georgian Bay, which is a large part of Lake Huron. The mouth of the river is near the community of Thornbury.
Fish and Wildlife
The Beaver River is home to various fish. Near Thornbury, there is a special structure called a fish ladder. This ladder helps fish swim upstream to their spawning areas. Spawning is when fish lay their eggs.
Fun Activities on the River
The Beaver River is a popular spot for outdoor activities. Many people enjoy canoeing along its waters. The valley that the Beaver River flows through is also home to the Beaver Valley Ski Club. This club is a great place for skiing in the winter.
Rivers That Join the Beaver River
Several smaller streams and rivers flow into the Beaver River. These are called tributaries.
- Grier Creek (joins from the left side)
- Mill Creek (joins from the right side)
- Bill's Creek (joins from the left side)
- Wodehouse Creek (joins from the left side)
- Boyne River (joins from the left side)
- Black's Creek (joins from the right side)
- Little Beaver River (joins from the left side)
