Emerald River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Emerald River |
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | British Columbia |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Emerald Lake Canadian Rockies 4,226 ft (1,288 m) |
| River mouth | Kicking Horse River West of Field, British Columbia 3,843 ft (1,171 m) 51°22′56″N 116°32′44″W / 51.38222°N 116.54556°W |
The Emerald River is a short but important river located in British Columbia, Canada. It carries water from the stunning Emerald Lake and flows into the Kicking Horse River. This river is a key part of the natural beauty found in the Canadian Rockies.
About the Emerald River
The Emerald River is about 6.5 kilometres (4.0 mi) long. It starts at the south end of Emerald Lake. From there, it flows south until it reaches the Kicking Horse River. This meeting point is very close to where another river, the Amiskwi River, also joins the Kicking Horse River.
Where the River Flows
The Emerald River begins its journey in the Canadian Rockies. It gets its water from Emerald Lake, which is known for its amazing green color. As the river flows, it picks up water from three smaller streams. These streams are called Hamilton Creek, Russell Creek, and Kendel Creek. They add to the river's flow before it reaches the Kicking Horse River.
Naming the River
The name "Emerald River" was officially chosen a long time ago. It was adopted on June 30, 1904. This happened as part of the 5th Report of the Geographic Board of Canada. This board helps to name places and features across Canada.
