Little Arkansas River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Little Arkansas River |
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The Little Arkansas River near Sedgwick, Kansas
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| Other name(s) | Ne Shuta Shinka River |
| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Ellsworth County, Kansas 1,759 ft (536 m) 38°31′46″N 98°09′18″W / 38.52944°N 98.15500°W |
| River mouth | Arkansas River Wichita, Kansas 1,283 ft (391 m) 37°41′29″N 97°20′57″W / 37.69139°N 97.34917°W |
| Length | 123 mi (198 km) |
| Basin features | |
| Watersheds | Little Arkansas-Arkansas- Mississippi |
The Little Arkansas River ( ar-KAN-zəs) is a river in the central Great Plains of North America. It is a smaller river that flows into a larger one, which is called a tributary. The Little Arkansas River is a tributary of the Arkansas River. All 123-mile (198 km) of its length is found within the state of Kansas in the United States.
River's Path: Where Does It Flow?
The Little Arkansas River starts in central Kansas. This area is known as the Smoky Hills region, which is part of the larger Great Plains. The river's very beginning, called its source, is in the southern part of Ellsworth County, just north of a town called Geneseo, Kansas.
From its source, the river generally flows towards the south and southeast. It travels through different types of land, including low-lying areas. Finally, the Little Arkansas River meets and joins the Arkansas River. This meeting point is just northwest of downtown Wichita, Kansas.
Cool Places Along the River
One special spot along the Little Arkansas River is where it meets the Arkansas River in Wichita. This meeting point is marked by a famous statue.
- The Keeper of the Plains: This large statue was created by a local artist named Blackbear Bosin. It stands tall at the place where the two rivers come together. It's a well-known landmark and a symbol for the city.
