Bolton River (Ontario) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Bolton River |
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Location of the mouth of the Bolton River in Ontario
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Country | Canada |
Province | Ontario |
District | Algoma District |
Municipality | Huron Shores |
Physical characteristics | |
Main source | Bright Lake 181 m (594 ft) 46°15′01″N 83°15′51″W / 46.25028°N 83.26417°W |
River mouth | Mississagi River 173 m (568 ft) 46°15′37″N 83°12′50″W / 46.26028°N 83.21389°W |
Length | 5.4 km (3.4 mi) |
The Bolton River is a small river located in Ontario, Canada. It flows near a community called Iron Bridge. This area is part of the Algoma District and the municipality of Huron Shores.
About the Bolton River
The Bolton River is about 5.4 kilometers (3.4 miles) long. It's a short but interesting waterway.
Where the River Starts
The river begins at a place called Bright Lake. This lake is about 181 meters (594 feet) above sea level. Imagine starting your journey high up!
Its Journey Downstream
As the Bolton River flows, it collects water from other small streams. One of these is an unnamed creek that comes from Dean Lake. This happens when the river is about 174 meters (571 feet) above sea level.
Where the River Ends
Finally, the Bolton River flows into the Mississagi River. This is where its journey ends, at an elevation of about 173 meters (568 feet) above sea level.