Fawn River (Ontario) facts for kids
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 Location of the mouth of the Fawn River in Ontario
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Ontario |
| Region | Northwestern Ontario |
| District | Kenora District |
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| Main source | Unnamed lake 272 m (892 ft) 53°38′15″N 90°49′30″W / 53.63750°N 90.82500°W |
| River mouth | Severn River 44 m (144 ft) 55°21′42″N 88°19′48″W / 55.36167°N 88.33000°W |
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| River system | Hudson Bay drainage basin |
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The Fawn River is a river located in the northern part of Ontario, Canada. It flows through the Kenora District in Northwestern Ontario. This river is an important part of the Hudson Bay drainage basin. This means all the water from the Fawn River eventually flows into Hudson Bay. The Fawn River is a branch, or "tributary," that flows into the Severn River.
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Where the Fawn River Flows
The Fawn River starts in a lake that doesn't have a name. From there, it flows towards the northeast. It passes through a lake called Fawn Lake. Then, it reaches Big Trout Lake, which is home to the Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug First Nation. This group is also known as the Big Trout Lake First Nation.
After leaving Big Trout Lake from its eastern side, the river turns north. It then flows to Angling Lake, where the Wapekeka First Nation lives. The Fawn River continues its journey northeast. Along the way, it goes over two waterfalls: Ashaway Falls and Crandall Falls.
Rivers Joining the Fawn River
As the Fawn River travels, other smaller rivers join it. These are called tributaries. From the right side, the Little Otter River, Otter River, and Fat River all flow into the Fawn River.
The Fawn River then turns north again. It receives another right-side tributary, the Pitticow River. After that, it heads northwest. Finally, two more rivers join it from the left side: the Burning River and the Poplar River. The Fawn River then reaches its end, flowing into the Severn River. The Severn River then carries all this water to Hudson Bay.
Fun at Fawn River Provincial Park
A special area called Fawn River Provincial Park is located along parts of the river. This park is a "waterway park." It covers sections of the river both before and after Big Trout Lake. It's a great place for people to enjoy the river and its natural surroundings.
Getting to the Fawn River
You can reach the Fawn River by air. There are two airports nearby that provide access. These are the Big Trout Lake Airport and the Angling Lake/Wapekeka Airport.
What Rivers Flow Into the Fawn River?
Many smaller rivers and creeks join the Fawn River along its path. Here is a list of its main tributaries:
- Poplar River (joins from the left side)
- Burning River (joins from the left side)
- Pitticow River (joins from the right side)
- Sugar Creek (joins from the right side)
- Mink Creek (joins from the right side)
- Stout Creek (joins from the right side)
- Fat River (joins from the right side)
- Otter River (joins from the right side)
- Little Otter River (joins from the right side)
