Bronte Creek facts for kids

The Bronte Creek bridge in 1936, built as part of The Middle Road, now known as the Queen Elizabeth Way. The original iron truss bridge from the country lane is in the foreground.

Bronte Creek is a natural stream of water in Ontario, Canada. It flows into Lake Ontario. A "watershed" is an area of land where all the water drains into one main river or lake.

This creek starts near a place called Morriston. It then flows through Hamilton and Halton Region. The creek passes by Bronte Creek Provincial Park. Finally, it reaches Lake Ontario at Bronte Harbour in Oakville. In Oakville, people also call it Twelve Mile Creek.

Long ago, the Mississauga First Nation lived near this creek. They had their own names for it. They called it Esqui-sink, Eshkwessing, or ishkwessin. These names mean "that which lies at the end."

What is Bronte Creek?

Bronte Creek is a stream that carries water from the land to Lake Ontario. It helps keep the local environment healthy. The creek is home to many plants and animals.

Where Does it Flow?

The creek begins its journey near Morriston. This area is south of where Highway 6 and Highway 401 meet. From there, it travels south.

It flows through different towns and regions. These include parts of Hamilton and the Halton Region. A popular spot along the creek is Bronte Creek Provincial Park. Many people visit this park for outdoor fun.

Reaching Lake Ontario

The creek continues its path all the way to Lake Ontario. It ends at Bronte Harbour in Oakville. Here, the creek is also known by another name, Twelve Mile Creek. This shows how important it is to the local area.

Geology of the Creek

The land around Bronte Creek has interesting rocks. Just south of the Queen Elizabeth Way highway, you can see some of these rocks. The creek has cut through the land, showing what is underneath.

What Rocks Can You See?

The rocks here are mostly red shale. Shale is a type of soft rock made from mud and clay. It often breaks into thin layers. These red rocks are part of something called the Queenston Formation.

You might also see thin layers of other rocks. These include greenish sandstone and carbonate. Sandstone is made from grains of sand. Carbonate rocks are often made from shells or other bits of living things. These different layers tell a story about how the land was formed over millions of years.