Caribou River (Thunder Bay District) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Caribou River |
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 Location of the mouth of the Caribou River in Ontario
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Ontario |
| Region | Northwestern Ontario |
| District | Thunder Bay |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Caribou Lake 357 m (1,171 ft) 50°31′04″N 89°10′21″W / 50.51778°N 89.17250°W |
| River mouth | Smoothrock Lake 351 m (1,152 ft) 50°31′03″N 89°10′23″W / 50.51750°N 89.17306°W |
| Length | 4.0 km (2.5 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| River system | James Bay drainage basin |
The Caribou River is a short but important river in Ontario, Canada. It flows through a wild, unorganized part of the Thunder Bay District. This means it's a very natural area, without big towns or cities nearby. The river is part of a huge system of waterways that eventually reach James Bay.
Where is the Caribou River?
The Caribou River is found in the northwestern part of Ontario. This area is known for its many lakes, forests, and rivers. The river starts its journey from a place called Outlet Bay, which is part of Caribou Lake.
How Does the River Flow?
The Caribou River is like a connector between two larger bodies of water. It flows from Caribou Lake into Caribou Bay, which is part of Smoothrock Lake. Smoothrock Lake then has several ways for its water to leave.
One main path is through the Ogoki River. The Ogoki River then joins the Albany River. Finally, the Albany River carries all this water far away to James Bay. This whole system of rivers and lakes that drains into James Bay is called the James Bay drainage basin. Think of it like a giant funnel where all the water eventually ends up in one big bay.
What Feeds the River?
The main source of water for the Caribou River is Caribou Lake. This lake acts like a big reservoir, constantly supplying water to the river.
- Caribou Lake: This large lake is where the Caribou River begins.
- Campbell Creek: A smaller stream called Campbell Creek flows into Caribou Lake. This means Campbell Creek helps feed Caribou Lake, which then feeds the Caribou River.
