Etivluk River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Etivluk River |
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 Location of the mouth of the Etivluk River in Alaska
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alaska |
| Borough | North Slope |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Nigtun Lake Near Howard Pass, Howard Hills, National Petroleum Reserve, Brooks Range 1,626 ft (496 m) 68°13′41″N 156°52′33″W / 68.22806°N 156.87583°W |
| River mouth | Colville River Upstream of Awuna River mouth, Arctic Slope Regional Corporation lands 853 ft (260 m) 68°57′12″N 155°57′22″W / 68.95333°N 155.95611°W |
| Length | 56 mi (90 km) |
The Etivluk River is a river in Alaska, a state in the United States. It flows for about 56 miles (90 km). This river is a branch, or tributary, of the larger Colville River. The Etivluk River flows through a very wild and remote part of Alaska. In fact, one spot along the river is considered one of the most isolated places in mainland Alaska. It's about 120 miles (193 km) from the closest towns.
About the Etivluk River
The Etivluk River is found in northern Alaska. This entire area is north of the Arctic Circle. The Arctic Circle is an imaginary line around the Earth. Places north of it have very cold winters and long days in summer.
Where Does It Start?
The Etivluk River starts its journey from a place called Nigtun Lake. This lake is located near Howard Pass in the Howard Hills. These hills are part of the Brooks Range mountains.
Where Does It Go?
From Nigtun Lake, the Etivluk River flows generally towards the north-northeast. It eventually joins the Colville River. The Colville River is one of Alaska's longest rivers.
Another river, the Nigu River, also joins the Etivluk. This happens close to where the Etivluk begins. Because these two rivers join up, people sometimes call them the Etivluk-Nigu River.
A Remote River
The Etivluk River flows through a very remote area. This means there are no towns or cities nearby. A bend in the river, about 15 miles (24 km) from where it meets the Colville River, is especially isolated. It is one of the most remote spots in all of mainland Alaska. The closest towns, Ambler and Atqasuk, are about 120 miles (193 km) away.
