Brokenhead River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Brokenhead River |
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Two kayaks drift on the Brokenhead River in Manitoba, 5 June 2016
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| Country | Canada |
| Provinces | Manitoba |
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| Main source | Manitoba 307 m (1,007 ft) 49°36′26″N 96°19′36″W / 49.60722°N 96.32667°W |
| River mouth | Lake Winnipeg Manitoba 218 m (715 ft) 50°22′56″N 96°42′56″W / 50.38222°N 96.71556°W |
| Length | 107 km (66 mi) |
The Brokenhead River is a cool river in eastern Manitoba, Canada. It's about 107 km (66 mi) long! This river starts in a swampy area called the Brokenhead Swamp. This swamp is found inside the Sandilands Provincial Forest. From there, the river flows north until it reaches Lake Winnipeg. Lake Winnipeg is one of the biggest lakes in Canada.
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About the Brokenhead River
The Brokenhead River is a great place for outdoor activities. You can explore much of its length by canoe. This makes it a popular spot for adventurers.
Nature and Wildlife
A special area along the river is the Brokenhead River Ecological Reserve. This reserve protects about 66 hectares (160 acres) of river-bottom forest. It's a natural space right next to the river itself. This area helps keep the local plants and animals safe.
Some smaller streams flow into the Brokenhead River. These are called tributaries.
- Hazel Creek joins the river from the right side.
- Bears Creek also joins from the right side.
- Beaver Creek flows into the river from the left side.
Communities Along the River
The Brokenhead River flows past several small towns and communities. As you travel along the river, you might see:
- Nourse
- Lydiatt
- St. Ouens
- Green Bay
- Green Oak
- Brokenhead
- Dencross
- Scanterbury
The Brokenhead Ojibway Nation uses the lower parts of the river. They use it to reach Lake Winnipeg for fishing and other activities.
Bridges You Might See
Many roads cross over the Brokenhead River. Here are some of the main bridges:
- Trans-Canada Highway
- PTH 15
- PTH 44
- PR 435
- PR 317
- PTH 12
- PTH 59
