List of rivers of Jamaica facts for kids
Jamaica is a beautiful island nation known for its stunning beaches, lush mountains, and vibrant culture. But did you know it's also home to many important rivers? These rivers are like the island's lifelines, providing fresh water, supporting amazing wildlife, and even offering fun activities like rafting and swimming. Rivers are natural flowing watercourses, usually freshwater, flowing towards an ocean, sea, lake, or another river. In Jamaica, these rivers play a vital role in the island's ecosystem and daily life. This article will take you on a journey to explore some of Jamaica's most famous rivers, divided by whether they flow into the sea on the north or south coast.
Rivers of Jamaica's North Coast
The rivers on Jamaica's north coast generally flow from the central highlands towards the Caribbean Sea. This side of the island is famous for its tourist attractions, and many rivers here are popular for activities like rafting and sightseeing. A tributary is a smaller stream or river that flows into a larger main river.
- South Negril River
- Unnamed
- Middle River
- Unnamed
- Unnamed
- North Negril River
- Orange River
- Unnamed
- New Found River
- Cave River
- Fish River
- Green Island River
- Lucea West River
- Lucea East River
- Flint River
- Great River
- Montego River
- Martha Brae River
- Rio Bueno
- Cave River (underground connection)
- Roaring River
- Llandovery River
- Dunn River
- White River
- Rio Nuevo
- Oracabessa River
- Port Maria River
- Pagee
- Wag Water River (Agua Alta)
- Flint River
- Annotto River
- Dry River
- Buff Bay River
- Spanish River
- Swift River
- Rio Grande
- Black River
- Stony River
- Guava River
- Plantain Garden River
Rivers of Jamaica's South Coast
The south coast of Jamaica also has many important rivers that flow into the Caribbean Sea. These rivers often pass through different landscapes, from agricultural areas to more rugged terrains, supporting diverse plant and animal life.
- New Savannah River
- Cabarita River
- Thicket River
- Morgans River
- Sweet River
- Black River
- Broad River
- Y.S. River
- Smith River
- One Eye River (underground connection)
- Hectors River (underground connection)
- Alligator Hole River
- Gut River
- Milk River
- Rio Minho
- Salt River
- Coleburns Gully
- Rio Cobre
- Rio Pedro
- Rio Doro
- Rio Magno
- Ferry River
- Hope River
- Cane River
- Yallahs River
- Morant River
- Negro River
See also
- Water resources management in Jamaica
