Black Lake (Fond du Lac River, Saskatchewan) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Black Lake
NASA map showing Black Lake
Black Lake Location in Saskatchewan
Location	Saskatchewan
Coordinates	59°12′00″N 105°15′02″W / 59.20000°N 105.25056°W / 59.20000; -105.25056
Primary inflows	Chipman River, Cree River, Fond du Lac River, Souter River
Primary outflows	Fond du Lac River
Basin countries	Canada
Max. length	55 km (34 mi)
Max. width	17 km (11 mi)
Surface area	464 km2 (179 sq mi)
Surface elevation	281 m (922 ft)
Islands	Fir, Pick and many smaller islands
Settlements	Black Lake

Black Lake is a large lake located in northern Saskatchewan, Canada. It is part of the huge Mackenzie River system, which means its waters eventually flow all the way to the Arctic Ocean. This lake is quite big, stretching about 55 kilometres (34 mi) long and 17 kilometres (11 mi) wide. Its total area covers about 464 square kilometres (179 sq mi). The lake sits at an elevation of 281 metres (922 ft) above sea level.

Where the Water Comes From and Goes

Black Lake gets its water from several rivers that flow into it. These rivers are called the Chipman River, Cree River, Fond du Lac River, and Souter River. Think of them as the lake's main water suppliers.

The water then leaves Black Lake through one main river, which is also called the Fond du Lac River. This river carries the water away from Black Lake. It then joins the larger Mackenzie River system, eventually reaching the Arctic Ocean far to the north.

The Community of Black Lake

There is a community named Black Lake located right on the northwest side of the lake. This community is situated close to where the Fond du Lac River flows out of the lake. It's a place where people live and connect with the lake's natural environment.

Fish You Can Find

Black Lake is home to many different kinds of fish. If you were to go fishing there, you might catch some interesting species. The lake is known for having walleye, which are popular for eating. You could also find yellow perch and large northern pike.

Other fish species living in Black Lake include lake trout, Arctic grayling, and lake whitefish. There are also smaller fish like cisco, white sucker, longnose sucker, and burbot. This variety of fish makes Black Lake an important habitat for aquatic life.