Kesagami River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Kesagami River |
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 Location of the mouth of the Kesagami River in Ontario
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Ontario |
| Region | Northeastern Ontario |
| District | Cochrane |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Unnamed lake 300 m (980 ft) 49°40′49″N 80°20′02″W / 49.68028°N 80.33389°W |
| River mouth | Harricana River 1 m (3 ft 3 in) 51°08′54″N 79°46′46″W / 51.14833°N 79.77944°W |
| Basin features | |
| River system | James Bay drainage basin |
| Tributaries | |
The Kesagami River is a river found in northern Ontario, Canada. It flows through the Cochrane District. This river is part of the James Bay drainage basin. This means its waters eventually flow into James Bay. The Kesagami River is a branch of the Harricana River.
About the Kesagami River
The Kesagami River is in the northeastern part of Ontario. A large section of the river is part of Kesagami Provincial Park. This protected area covers about 112 kilometers (70 miles) of the river. The park helps keep the river and its natural surroundings safe.
The River's Journey
The Kesagami River starts at a small, unnamed lake. This lake is located in an area called the Abitibi Uplands. From its source, the river flows north. It then reaches a larger body of water known as Kesagami Lake.
After leaving Kesagami Lake, the river continues its journey north. It quickly drops down into an area called the James Bay Lowlands. Along its path, many smaller rivers and streams join the Kesagami River. Finally, the Kesagami River flows into the Harricana River. This meeting point is very close to where the Harricana River itself flows into James Bay.
Fun on the River
If you enjoy canoeing, the Kesagami River offers a great adventure! You can canoe along the river starting from Kesagami Lake. This part of the river is a well-known canoe route. It's a fun way to explore the natural beauty of the area.
Rivers Joining the Kesagami
Many smaller rivers and creeks flow into the Kesagami River. These are called tributaries. They add water to the main river. Here are some of the rivers and creeks that join the Kesagami:
- Shonaniwau Creek (joins from the left)
- Kapichilewau Creek (joins from the left)
- Lawagamau River (joins from the right)
- Kwastigam Creek (joins from the left)
- Kachigaskotik Creek (joins from the left)
- Seal River (joins from the right)
- Little Seal River (joins from the right)
- Shashiskau River (joins from the right)
- Bodell River (joins from the left)
- Kesagami Lake (the river flows through this lake)
- Wikweyau Creek (joins Kesagami Lake from the right)
- Little Kesagami River (joins from the right)
