King Salmon River (Admiralty Island) facts for kids
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 Location of the mouth of the King Salmon River in Alaska
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alaska |
| Census Area | Hoonah–Angoon |
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| Main source | Admiralty Island Kootznoowoo Wilderness, Admiralty Island National Monument 2,847 ft (868 m) 58°03′41″N 134°32′22″W / 58.06139°N 134.53944°W |
| River mouth | King Salmon Bay, Seymour Canal 18 miles (29 km) south of Juneau 10 ft (3.0 m) 58°02′31″N 134°20′27″W / 58.04194°N 134.34083°W |
| Length | 11 mi (18 km) |
The King Salmon River is a small river in Alaska, United States. It is located on the northern part of Admiralty Island. This river is known for its beautiful natural surroundings. It is also home to many fish, especially salmon.
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Where is the King Salmon River?
The King Salmon River is about 11 miles (18 km) long. It starts in the low mountains near Eagle Peak. From there, it flows towards the east and then south. The river eventually empties into King Salmon Bay. This bay is part of the Seymour Canal.
A Special Wilderness Area
The entire King Salmon River is inside a special protected area. This area is called the Kootznoowoo Wilderness. It is also part of the Admiralty Island National Monument. These places help protect the river and its wildlife.
What Lives in the River?
The King Salmon River is quite small. This means it is not deep enough for boats to travel on it. Even though it is small, it is very important for fish.
Salmon in the River
The river is named after the King Salmon. These are also known as Chinook salmon. They are a very large and important type of salmon. Besides king salmon, many pink salmon also come to the river each year. They swim up the river to lay their eggs. This makes the King Salmon River a lively place for fish.
