Gilbert River (Cyriac River tributary) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Gilbert River |
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean |
| Regional County Municipality | Le Fjord-du-Saguenay Regional County Municipality |
| Unorganized territory and a city | Lac-Ministuk |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Lac Prud’homme Lac-Ministuk 720 units? 48°02′37″N 71°15′43″E / 48.04351°N 71.26195°E |
| River mouth | Cyriac River Lac-Ministuk 480 m (1,570 ft) 48°05′50″N 71°14′53″E / 48.09722°N 71.24805°E |
| Length | 8.4 km (5.2 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| River system | Saguenay River |
The Gilbert River is a freshwater river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into the Cyriac River. This river is located in an area called Lac-Ministuk. This area is part of the Le Fjord-du-Saguenay Regional County Municipality. It is also in the larger Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region of Quebec.
You can reach the Gilbert River by using Route 175. There are also other smaller forest roads. These roads help with logging and fun outdoor activities. Logging, or forestry, is the main business here. Tourism, like hiking and fishing, is also important.
The river's surface usually freezes from late November to early April. It's generally safe to walk or play on the ice from mid-December to late March.
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Where the Gilbert River Flows
The Gilbert River is surrounded by many other rivers and lakes. These include:
- To the north: The Cyriac River and Simoncouche Lake.
- To the east: The Cyriac River and the Rivière du Moulin.
- To the south: The Petite rivière Pikauba and Talbot Lake.
- To the west: The Petite rivière Pikauba and Minustuk Lake.
The River's Beginning
The Gilbert River starts at Prud’homme Lake. This lake is about 0.3 km (0.19 mi) long. It sits high up, at an altitude of 720 m (2,360 ft). The northern end of Prud’homme Lake is:
- About 1.4 km (0.87 mi) southwest of Route 175.
- About 2.6 km (1.6 mi) southwest of the Cyriac River.
The River's Journey
From Prud'homme Lake, the Gilbert River flows for about 8.4 km (5.2 mi). It generally moves west, then north. Along its path, the river drops about 240 km (150 mi) in height. It flows entirely through forest areas.
Here's how the river flows:
- It first goes about 2.7 km (1.7 mi) west, then curves north. It passes through a small lake.
- Then, it flows about 1.9 km (1.2 mi) north, curving northeast.
- For another 1.8 km (1.1 mi), it goes north, passing under the highway 175 bridge.
- It continues north for 0.5 km (0.31 mi), next to Route 175.
- Finally, it flows about 1.5 km (0.93 mi) northeast, still next to Route 175, until it meets the Cyriac River.
Where the River Ends
The Gilbert River joins the west bank of the Cyriac River. This meeting point is:
- About 2.7 km (1.7 mi) east of Lac Cyriac.
- About 0.3 km (0.19 mi) east of Route 175.
- About 23.0 km (14.3 mi) southeast of where the Cyriac River meets Kenogami Lake.
After joining the Cyriac River, the water travels a long way. It flows north for 34.2 km (21.3 mi) in the Cyriac River. Then, it crosses Kenogami Lake for 6.3 km (3.9 mi). Next, it follows the Chicoutimi River for 26.2 km (16.3 mi). Finally, it joins the mighty Saguenay River for 114.6 km (71.2 mi). The Saguenay River then flows into the Saint Lawrence estuary at Tadoussac.
Naming the River
The name “Gilbert River” became official on December 5, 1968. This was decided by the Commission de toponymie du Québec, which is in charge of place names in Quebec.
Related Places
- Le Fjord-du-Saguenay Regional County Municipality
- Lac-Ministuk, an unorganized territory
- Laurentides Wildlife Reserve
- Cyriac River
- Kenogami Lake
- Chicoutimi River
- Saguenay River
- St. Lawrence River
- List of rivers of Quebec
