Elaho River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Elaho River |
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | British Columbia |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | An unnamed lake at the toe of the Elaho Glacier Pacific Ranges 3,704 ft (1,129 m) 50°30′53″N 123°39′59″W / 50.51472°N 123.66639°W |
| River mouth | Squamish River Near the Squamish River's source 507 ft (155 m) 50°06′34″N 123°23′10″W / 50.10944°N 123.38611°W |
| Length | 70 km (43 mi) |
The Elaho River is a river in British Columbia, Canada. It is about 70 kilometers (43 miles) long. The river starts in the Coast Mountains. These mountains are northwest of the towns of Whistler and Pemberton, British Columbia.
The Elaho River flows into the Squamish River. A river that flows into another river is called a tributary. The Elaho River is famous for its exciting whitewater rafting and kayaking. People also love the amazing mountain views along its path.
Even though it flows into the Squamish River, the Elaho River is actually larger where they meet. Sometimes, the Elaho River can have sudden, fast floods. These are called flash floods.
Where the Elaho River Flows
The Elaho River begins at a lake that doesn't have a name. This lake is fed directly by the Elaho Glacier. A glacier is a huge, slow-moving river of ice.
- First, the river flows southeast for about 16.4 kilometers (10.2 miles).
- Then, it meets Marlow Creek. Marlow Creek flows from the Pemberton Icefield, which is a large area of ice.
- After meeting Marlow Creek, the Elaho River turns south. It flows for about 20.3 kilometers (12.6 miles).
- During this part of its journey, it meets its biggest tributary, Clendinning Creek.
- Between Marlow Creek and Clendinning Creek, the river carves its way through the amazing Elaho Canyon. This canyon is a very popular spot for whitewater rafting.
- From where Clendinning Creek joins, the Elaho River continues south for another 8.9 kilometers (5.5 miles). Here, it meets Sims Creek, which is its second largest tributary.
- After Sims Creek, the river turns southeast. It flows for about 21.4 kilometers (13.3 miles) until it joins the Squamish River.
Rivers and Creeks Joining the Elaho
Many smaller rivers and creeks flow into the Elaho River. These are called tributaries. While Clendinning Creek and Sims Creek are the largest, here are some of the others:
- Moose Pasture Creek
- Marlow Creek
- Jauques Pierre Creek
- Cesna Creek
- Lava Creek
- Sundown Creek
- Jarvis Creek
- Blakeney Creek
- Bierman Creek
- Ponor Creek
- Limelite Creek
- Maude Fricket Creek
- Shadow Creek
- Carol Creek
