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East Branch Piscataquis River
Country United States
Physical characteristics
Main source Maine
River mouth Piscataquis River
590 feet (180 m)
45°17′02″N 69°35′31″W / 45.2840°N 69.5919°W / 45.2840; -69.5919 (East Branch Piscataquis River)
Length 14 miles (23 km)
Basin features
Progression Piscataquis River – Penobscot River

The East Branch Piscataquis River is a smaller river that flows into a larger one. It is a tributary of the Piscataquis River in Piscataquis County, Maine.

About the East Branch Piscataquis River

This river starts in a place called Little Squaw in Maine. It flows south for about 14 miles (23 kilometers).

Where It Starts and Ends

The East Branch Piscataquis River begins in Little Squaw. This area is in Maine's Piscataquis County. It flows south until it meets another river.

Joining Another River

The East Branch Piscataquis River joins the West Branch Piscataquis River. This meeting point is in a town called Blanchard. When these two rivers meet, they form the main Piscataquis River.

A Famous Hiking Trail Crosses Here

The Appalachian Trail is a very long and famous hiking path. It stretches across the eastern United States. This trail crosses the East Branch Piscataquis River. It crosses just before the East Branch joins the West Branch.

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