Lepallier River facts for kids
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Watershed of Broadback River
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Nord-du-Québec |
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| Main source | Lepallier Lake Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipalité), Nord-du-Québec, Jamésie, Quebec 190 m (620 ft) 50°55′15″N 78°01′10″W / 50.92083°N 78.01944°W |
| River mouth | Broadback River Waskaganish (Cree village municipality), Nord-du-Québec, Jamésie, Quebec 8.0 m (26.2 ft) 51°18′55″N 78°44′09″W / 51.31528°N 78.73583°W |
| Length | 39.3 km (24.4 mi) |
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The Lepallier River is a river located in Quebec, Canada. It flows into the Broadback River, which then empties into Rupert Bay. Rupert Bay is a part of James Bay. The Lepallier River is found in the Nord-du-Québec region. It flows through the areas of Eeyou Istchee Baie-James and Waskaganish (Cree village municipality).
River's Path
The Lepallier River flows for about 39.3 km (24.4 mi). It starts from Lepallier Lake. This lake is about 190 m (620 ft) above sea level. The river first flows towards the northwest. Then, it turns north. Along its path, it collects water from the Louvart River. It also goes through several marshy areas.
Where the River Flows
The Lepallier River flows between two other rivers. The Nottaway River is to its south. The Broadback River is to its north.
The river's journey ends when it joins the south bank of the Broadback River. This meeting point is southeast of the Cree village of Waskaganish (Cree village municipality). It is about 9.4 km (5.8 mi) upstream from where the Broadback River meets the bay. It is also about 6.5 km (4.0 mi) downstream from the Machisipi River's mouth.
Nearby Waterways
The areas around the Lepallier River include several other important waterways:
- To the north: The Broadback River.
- To the east: The Machisipi River and the Natouacamisie River.
- To the south: The Nottaway River.
- To the west: The Nottaway River and Rupert Bay.
Getting to the River
You can reach the Lepallier River from the Rodayer Lake campground. This campground is located near the "James Bay Road."
River's Name
The Lepallier River used to have a different name. It was once called the "Coussinet river." The name "Lepallier River" became official on December 5, 1968. This was decided by the Commission de toponymie du Québec, which is a group that names places in Quebec.
