Jackpine River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Jackpine River |
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Jackpine Pass 1,726 m (5,663 ft) 53°22′13″N 119°27′14″W / 53.37028°N 119.45389°W |
| River mouth | Smoky River 1,076 m (3,530 ft) 53°41′13″N 119°25′09″W / 53.68694°N 119.41917°W |
The Jackpine River is a river in Alberta, Canada. It is an early tributary of the Smoky River. This means it is one of the first smaller rivers that flows into the Smoky River.
Where is the Jackpine River?
The Jackpine River starts in the Canadian Rockies. This is a large mountain range. It is located within Willmore Wilderness Park. This park is in the province of Alberta. The river flows north of Jasper National Park.
The river collects water from several mountains. These include Resthaven Mountain and Barricade Mountain. It also gets water from Jackpine Mountain and Mount Holmes. Other mountains are Perseverance Mountain and Draco Peak.
What are its main branches?
The Jackpine River has several smaller streams that flow into it. These are called its major tributaries.
- Meadowland Creek
- Ptarmigan Lake
- Avalanche Creek
- Beaverdam Creek
- Pauline Creek
How did it get its name?
The Jackpine River is named after a type of tree. This tree is called the Jack Pine. These trees are very common in the area. The nearby Jackpine Pass and Jackpine Mountain are also named after this tree.
