Edson River facts for kids
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The Edson River near Edson, Alberta
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| Country | Canada |
| Location | Alberta |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Edson River Headwaters 1,103 m (3,619 ft) 53°43′19″N 116°52′01″W / 53.72194°N 116.86694°W |
| River mouth | McLeod River 846 m (2,776 ft) 53°39′04″N 116°17′17″W / 53.65111°N 116.28806°W |
| Basin features | |
| Basin size | Athabasca River |
The Edson River is a small river located in west-central Alberta, Canada. It flows through a scenic area of the province. Both the river and the nearby town of Edson get their name from a notable person. This person was Edson Joseph Chamberlin (1852–1924). He was a Vice-President and General Manager for the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway. He also served as the President of the Grand Trunk Railway.
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The River's Journey
The Edson River starts its journey in the hills north of Highway 16. It flows generally towards the east and southeast. Along its path, several smaller creeks join the river, adding to its flow.
Crossing the Edson River
The river is crossed by a road called the Emerson Lake Haul Road. This road is used for many purposes and was first built by companies working in the oil and gas industry. The Edson River is also crossed two times by Alberta Highway 748.
Where the River Ends
Finally, the Edson River flows into the McLeod River near a place called Wolf Creek, Alberta. This is where its journey comes to an end.
Fish in the Edson River
The Edson River is home to several types of fish, especially near where it meets the McLeod River. If you were to go fishing there, you might find:
Smaller Streams Joining the River
A "tributary" is a smaller stream or river that flows into a larger river. The Edson River has a tributary called:
- Bench Creek
