Chinook River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Chinook River |
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 Location of the mouth of the Chinook River in Washington
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| Country | United States |
| State | Washington |
| County | Pacific |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Willapa Hills 900 ft (270 m) 46°16′0″N 123°53′10″W / 46.26667°N 123.88611°W |
| River mouth | Columbia River Baker Bay 0 ft (0 m) 46°18′7″N 123°58′19″W / 46.30194°N 123.97194°W |
| Length | 6.5 mi (10.5 km) |
| Basin features | |
| Basin size | 13.6 sq mi (35 km2) |
The Chinook River is a small river in the United States. It is found in the state of Washington. This short stream flows into the famous Columbia River.
Where Does the Chinook River Flow?
The Chinook River starts in the Willapa Hills. This is just north of the Astoria–Megler Bridge. The bridge is a very long bridge that crosses the Columbia River.
Journey to the Columbia River
The river flows west and then northwest. It passes by Fort Columbia State Park. This park is a historic place. It also flows near Chinook Point.
The river then goes past the small town of Chinook. This town is right on the Columbia River.
Wildlife and the River's End
The lower part of the Chinook River flows through the Chinook Wildlife Area. This is a special place for animals. Many different kinds of wildlife live here.
The river finally empties into Baker Bay. Baker Bay is a part of the Columbia River. This happens near a place called Stringtown.
Baker Bay is also part of the Columbia River Estuary. An estuary is where a river meets the sea. It's a mix of fresh and saltwater. This area is just east of Cape Disappointment. The Pacific Ocean is very close by.
