Canoas Creek (Fresno County, California) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Canoas Creek |
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 Location of the mouth in California
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| Native name | Arroyo de Las Canoas |
| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| Region | Fresno County |
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| Main source | source on the north slope of Black Mountain, 1.25 miles west of Zwang Peak in the Diablo Range., Fresno County 35°56′38″N 120°16′34″W / 35.94389°N 120.27611°W |
| River mouth | mouth terminates in the Kettleman Plain, 6.2 miles northwest of Avenal, Fresno County 692 ft (211 m) 36°04′45″N 120°12′55″W / 36.07917°N 120.21528°W |
Canoas Creek is a small stream located in Fresno County, California. Its name used to be Arroyo de Las Canoas, which means "Creek of the Troughs" in Spanish.
This creek starts high up on the north side of Black Mountain. This mountain is part of the Diablo Range. The source is about 1.25 miles west of Zwang Peak.
From its source, Canoas Creek flows mostly northeast through a canyon. It passes through areas like Reef Ridge and the Kreyenhagen Hills. After that, it turns north-northeast and enters the Kettleman Plain.
In the Kettleman Plain, the creek changes direction again. It flows north-northwest near the Kettleman Hills. Finally, Canoas Creek ends in the Kettleman Plain itself. This spot is about 7.1 miles northwest of Avenal. It's also about 3,000 feet east of Zapato Chino Creek.
History of Canoas Creek
An Important Watering Stop
Canoas Creek, known long ago as Arroyo de Las Canoas, was a very important place in the past. It served as a watering spot for travelers. These travelers used an old road called El Camino Viejo.
El Camino Viejo Trail
El Camino Viejo was a historic route. It connected different parts of California. Canoas Creek was a key stop along this trail. It was located between two other creeks: Zapato Chino Creek to the north and Arroyo de las Garzas to the south. Having fresh water here was essential for people and animals on their long journeys.
