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Bergeron River
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Bergeron River at the confluence of Lac Mégantic.
Bergeron River is located in Quebec
Bergeron River
Native name Rivière Bergeron
Country Canada
Province Quebec
Region Estrie
MRC Le Granit Regional County Municipality
Physical characteristics
Main source Little mountain stream
Val-Racine
577 metres (1,893 ft)
45°28′35″N 71°01′23″W / 45.476435°N 71.022988°W / 45.476435; -71.022988
River mouth Lake Mégantic, Chaudière River
Piopolis
395 metres (1,296 ft)
45°27′17″N 70°53′07″W / 45.45483°N 70.88528°W / 45.45483; -70.88528
Length 12.8 kilometres (8.0 mi)
Basin features
Progression Chaudière River, St. Lawrence River
River system St. Lawrence River
Basin size 55.5 kilometres (34.49 mi)
Tributaries
  • Left:
    (upstream)
  • Right:
    (upstream)

The Bergeron River (called rivière Bergeron in French) is a small river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into Lake Mégantic, which then connects to the Chaudière River. The Chaudière River eventually joins the mighty St. Lawrence River.

This river runs through the towns of Val-Racine and Piopolis. It is located in the Estrie region of Quebec.

Where Does the Bergeron River Flow?

The Bergeron River starts high up in the mountains. Its source is east of Mont Mégantic in the town of Val-Racine.

From its source, the Bergeron River flows for about 12.8 kilometres (8.0 mi) (about 8 miles). It travels through forested areas.

  • First, it flows about 0.5 kilometres (0.31 mi) (0.3 miles) towards the southeast. This takes it to the edge of the town of Piopolis.
  • Next, it flows about 9.6 kilometres (6.0 mi) (6 miles) to the east. This part of the river is in Marston Township.
  • Finally, it flows about 2.7 kilometres (1.7 mi) (1.7 miles) eastward in Clinton Township. Here, it crosses Route 263 before reaching its end.

The river ends when it flows into Lake Mégantic.

What's in a Name?

The name "rivière Bergeron" became official on December 5, 1968. This was decided by the Commission de toponymie du Québec, which is like a special committee that names places in Quebec.

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