List of rivers of Haiti facts for kids

Haiti is a beautiful country in the Caribbean, sharing the island of Hispaniola with the Dominican Republic. Like all countries, Haiti has many rivers that flow across its land. These rivers are super important! They provide fresh water for people to drink, for farms to grow food, and for animals to live. Rivers also help shape the land, creating valleys and fertile areas.

This article lists the main rivers in Haiti. Rivers usually flow into larger bodies of water like oceans or seas. We'll group Haiti's rivers by where they end up: the Atlantic Ocean, the Gulf of Gonâve, or the Caribbean Sea.

Rivers Flowing into the Atlantic Ocean

The Atlantic Ocean is a huge body of water to the north of Haiti. Rivers that flow into the Atlantic usually start in the northern mountains of Haiti and travel north or northeast.

Important Atlantic Rivers

• Dajabón River (also known as the Massacre River): This river is special because it forms part of the border between Haiti and the Dominican Republic. It's an important waterway for both countries.
• Grande Rivière du Nord: This name means "Great River of the North." It's one of the most significant rivers in northern Haiti, providing water to many communities and farms.
• Rivière du Limbè: This river flows through the Limbé region, which is known for its agriculture.
• Les Trois Rivières: This name means "The Three Rivers." It's a system of rivers that come together before reaching the Atlantic.
• River de Baraderes: This river is another important waterway in the northern part of Haiti.

Rivers Flowing into the Gulf of Gonâve

The Gulf of Gonâve is a large inlet of the Caribbean Sea, located on the western side of Haiti. Many of Haiti's longest and most important rivers flow into this gulf.

Major Rivers of the Gulf of Gonâve

• Artibonite River: This is the longest and most important river in Haiti! It's like the main highway for water in the country. It starts in the Dominican Republic and flows through a large part of Haiti, providing water for irrigation, which helps grow a lot of the country's food.
  • Rivière de Fer à Cheval: This river is a tributary, meaning it flows into the Artibonite River, adding to its water.
  • Macasía River: Another tributary that joins the mighty Artibonite.
  • Guayamouc River: This is a significant tributary of the Artibonite. It has its own smaller rivers that feed into it.
    • Rivière Bouyaha: A river that flows into the Guayamouc.
    • Rivière Canot: Another river that joins the Guayamouc.
  • Rivière Lociane: This river also contributes its water to the Artibonite.
  • Libón River: This river forms part of the border between Haiti and the Dominican Republic before joining the Artibonite.
• Rivière la Quinte: This river flows into the Gulf of Gonâve, helping to water the central plains.
• Rivière l’Estère: Another river that empties into the Gulf, important for local communities.
• Rivière de Saint-Marc: This river flows near the city of Saint-Marc.
• Rivière Montrouis: A river that flows near the town of Montrouis.
• Rivière Blanche (Artibonite): This river is named "White River" and flows into the Artibonite region.
• Rivière Blanche (Ouest): Another "White River," but this one is in the Ouest (West) department.
• Rivière Grise (also known as Grande Riviere du Cul de Sac): This river, meaning "Gray River," is important for the Cul-de-Sac plain near the capital city, Port-au-Prince.
• Momance River: This river is located in the western part of Haiti.
• Rivière de Grand Goâve: This river flows near the town of Grand Goâve.
• Grande Rivière de Nippes: This "Great River of Nippes" is in the Nippes department.
• Grande-Anse River: This river is in the Grand'Anse department, known for its beautiful landscapes.

Rivers Flowing into the Caribbean Sea

The Caribbean Sea is to the south of Haiti. Rivers that flow into this sea usually start in the southern mountains and flow south.

Rivers of the Southern Coast

• Acul River: This river flows in the northern part of Haiti, but its waters eventually reach the Caribbean Sea.
• Ravine du Sud: This river is in the southern part of Haiti.
• Rivière de Cavaillon: This river flows through the Cavaillon region.
• Rivière des Côtes de Fer: This river is located along the southern coast.
• Rivière de Bainet: This river flows near the town of Bainet.
• Grande Rivière de Jacmel: This "Great River of Jacmel" is a major river in the southeastern part of Haiti, near the historic city of Jacmel.
• Petite Rivière de Jacmel: This "Small River of Jacmel" is another river in the same region.
• Pedernales River: This river also forms part of the border between Haiti and the Dominican Republic, flowing into the Caribbean Sea.