Boulder River (Washington) facts for kids
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Location of the mouth of the Boulder River in Washington
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| Region | Snohomish County |
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| Main source | Craig Lakes 3,888 ft (1,185 m) 48°11′14″N 121°41′53″W / 48.18722°N 121.69806°W |
| River mouth | Stillaguamish River 325 ft (99 m) 48°16′55″N 121°47′15″W / 48.28194°N 121.78750°W |
| Length | 14 mi (23 km) |
The Boulder River is a beautiful river located in the state of Washington, in the United States. It flows through a wild and natural area, known for its stunning scenery. The river is about 14 miles (23 km) long.
Where the River Starts and Flows
The Boulder River begins high up in the Cascade Range mountains. Its journey starts from two remote lakes called Craig Lakes. These lakes are found on the slopes of a mountain called Three Fingers.
After leaving Craig Lakes, the river quickly drops down into the Boulder River Wilderness. A wilderness area is a special place where nature is protected and human activity is limited.
The river then flows generally northwest. It later turns northeast. It eventually joins a larger river called the Stillaguamish River. The Stillaguamish River then flows into Port Susan, which is part of Puget Sound.
Amazing Waterfalls
As the Boulder River travels, it creates several exciting waterfalls. One of the first is Craig Lakes Falls. Here, the water plunges from the lakes into the wilderness below.
Further along its path, the river tumbles over Boulder Falls. This waterfall is known for its many large rocks, or "boulders," that give the river its name.
Before it meets the Stillaguamish River, the Boulder River flows over another waterfall called Half Mile Falls. These waterfalls add to the river's wild beauty.
Smaller Streams Joining In
Rivers often have smaller streams that flow into them. These are called tributaries. The Boulder River has a few of its own.
- Gerkman Creek
- Ditney Creek
These smaller creeks add more water to the Boulder River as it makes its way to the Stillaguamish River.
