Kenning River facts for kids
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Ontario |
| District | Cochrane |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Cochrane District, Ontario 309 m (1,014 ft) 49°08′26″N 79°56′40″W / 49.14056°N 79.94444°W |
| River mouth | Case River Cochrane District, Ontario 294 m (965 ft) 49°22′04″N 80°11′59″W / 49.36778°N 80.19972°W |
| Length | 19.1 km (11.9 mi) |
The Kenning River is a river in Canada, located in Northeastern Ontario's Cochrane District. It flows into the Case River. The river passes through the Kenning and Case townships.
People in this area mostly work in forestry, which means they cut down trees for wood. Tourism (people visiting for fun) is also important.
The Kenning River usually freezes over from early November until mid-May. It's generally safe to walk or play on the ice from mid-November to the end of April.
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Where is the Kenning River?
The Kenning River is found in the Cochrane District of Ontario, Canada. It starts from Kenning Lake and flows for about 19.1 kilometres (11.9 mi) (about 12 miles).
River's Journey
The river begins at Kenning Lake, which is about 309 metres (1,014 ft) (1,014 feet) above sea level. From there, it flows mostly northeast. It passes through the townships of Case and Kenning.
The Kenning River eventually joins the Case River. This meeting point is about 28.8 kilometres (17.9 mi) (18 miles) north of the Northwest Bay of Lake Abitibi.
Nearby Rivers and Lakes
The Kenning River is surrounded by other rivers and lakes. To the north, you'll find the Mikwam River. To the east are the Kabika River and the Case River. To the south is Lake Abitibi, a large lake. To the west, you'll find the Seguin River.
What Does "Kenning" Mean?
The name "Kenning" comes from an English family name.
