Le Royer Lake facts for kids
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| Location | Eeyou Istchee James Bay Regional Government |
| Coordinates | 49°35′30″N 74°27′30″W / 49.59167°N 74.45833°W |
| Type | Natural |
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| Basin countries | Canada |
| Max. length | 7.9 kilometres (4.9 mi) |
| Max. width | 3.2 kilometres (2.0 mi) |
| Surface elevation | 365 metres (1,198 ft) |
Lake Le Royer is a freshwater lake in Quebec, Canada. It is part of a group of lakes called the "Obatogamau Lakes". This area is located in the Eeyou Istchee James Bay region.
The main activity around the lake is forestry, which means growing and harvesting trees. After that, tourism for fun activities is also important.
You can reach Lake Le Royer by a forest road. This road connects to Quebec route 113, which links the towns of Lebel-sur-Quévillon and Chibougamau. The Canadian National Railway also runs nearby.
The surface of Lake Le Royer is usually frozen from early November until mid-May. It's generally safe to walk or play on the ice from mid-November to mid-April.
Exploring Lake Le Royer's Geography
Lake Le Royer is part of the larger Obatogamau Lakes system. It is about 7.9 kilometres (4.9 mi) long and up to 3.2 kilometres (2.0 mi) wide. The lake sits at an elevation of 365 metres (1,198 ft) above sea level.
The lake has a very interesting shape with many bays, peninsulas (land sticking out into the water), and islands. A special part is the "Three Lakes Bay" in the southern area. A long piece of land, about 1.8 kilometres (1.1 mi) long, separates these three smaller lakes from the main Lake Le Royer.
Lake Le Royer gets its water from La Dauversière Lake to the east. The Obatogamau River then flows out of Lake Le Royer. This river is a branch of the Chibougamau River. The water leaves Lake Le Royer through a narrow channel into Chevrier Lake (Obatogamau River).
Nearby Waterways and Lakes
Many other lakes and rivers are close to Lake Le Royer.
- To the north, you'll find Chevrier Lake (Obatogamau River), Merrill Lake, Dorés Lake, Chibougamau Lake, and the Chibougamau River.
- To the east are La Dauversière Lake, Boisvert River, and Rohault Lake.
- To the south, there's Nemenjiche Lake, the Opawica River, and the Nemenjiche River.
- To the west, you can find Verneuil Lake, Eau Jaune Lake, Muscocho Lake, the Irene River, and the main Obatogamau River.
Naming Lake Le Royer
The name "lac Le Royer" was officially given to the lake on December 5, 1968. This decision was made by the Commission de toponymie du Québec, which is the official body in Quebec responsible for naming places.
