Cowlitz River facts for kids
The Cowlitz River is an important river located in the state of Washington in the United States. It's like a smaller stream that flows into a much bigger one, the Columbia River. This makes the Cowlitz River a "tributary" of the Columbia. The area around the Cowlitz River is very scenic, with several famous mountains nearby.
Where is the Cowlitz River?
The Cowlitz River starts its journey in the mountains of Washington state. It then flows generally southwest until it joins the mighty Columbia River. This river is a key part of the natural landscape in Cowlitz and Lewis counties.
Mountains Nearby
The Cowlitz River flows through a region surrounded by impressive mountains. These include:
- Mount St. Helens: Famous for its volcanic eruption in 1980.
- Mount Rainier: The tallest mountain in Washington state and a large active volcano.
- Mount Adams: Another large volcano in the Cascade Range.
These mountains add to the beauty of the Cowlitz River area.
Images for kids
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The sediment retention structure on the North Fork of the Toutle River. The dam is approximately 22 miles (35 km) upriver from the confluence of the Toutle and the Cowlitz.
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The Box Canyon of the Cowlitz, viewed from a bridge in Mount Rainier National Park. The bottom of this panorama looks approximately 180 feet (55 m) straight down; the image extends about 30 degrees above the horizontal, so this is roughly a 120° panorama in the vertical.
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USGS stream gaging stations on the Cowlitz River
See also
In Spanish: Río Cowlitz para niños
