Coquille River (Normandin River tributary) facts for kids
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Watershed of Saguenay River
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean |
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| Main source | Hogan lake Lac-Ashuapmushuan, Quebec, Le Domaine-du-Roy (RCM), Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Quebec 405 m (1,329 ft) 49°30′39″N 74°03′27″W / 49.51083°N 74.05750°W |
| River mouth | Nicabau Lake Lac-Ashuapmushuan, Quebec, Le Domaine-du-Roy (RCM), Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean, Quebec 386 m (1,266 ft) 49°24′36″N 74°07′28″W / 49.41000°N 74.12444°W |
| Length | 20.5 km (12.7 mi) |
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The Coquille River is a river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into Nicabau Lake. This river is located in the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region, specifically in the Le Domaine-du-Roy area. It is an important part of the Ashuapmushuan Wildlife Reserve.
The main activities in this river valley are forestry and outdoor tourism. A secondary forest road helps people get to the upper part of the Coquille River valley. Also, Route 167 passes near the lower part of the river. The river is usually frozen from early November until mid-May, making it safe for ice travel from mid-November to mid-April.
About the Coquille River
The Coquille River starts from a lake called "Coquille Lake" in the Charron area. This lake is about 405 metres (1,329 ft) (1,329 feet) above sea level. The river then flows for about 20.5 kilometres (12.7 mi) (12.7 miles) before reaching its mouth.
The river's journey takes it through different areas. It flows southwest through marshy lands. It also crosses Pommelé Lake and Liasse Lake, which are widenings of the river itself. Finally, it flows into a bay on the northeast side of Nicabau Lake.
Where the River Flows
The Coquille River is part of a larger water system. After flowing into Nicabau Lake, its waters join the Normandin River. The Normandin River then flows into Ashuapmushuan Lake. From there, the water continues through the Ashuapmushuan River, which eventually reaches Lac Saint-Jean.
Nearby Waters
Many other lakes and rivers are close to the Coquille River. To the north, you can find Lac de la Coquille and Charron Lake (Normandin River). To the east are the Chaudière River and Tonnerre River (Normandin River). To the south, you'll find Nicabau Lake and the Normandin River. On the west side are Charron Lake (Normandin River) and Obatogamau Lakes.
River's Name
The name "Coquille River" was officially recognized on June 18, 1971. This was done by the Commission de toponymie du Québec, which is the official body in Quebec responsible for place names.
