Little Chetco River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Little Chetco River |
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 Location of the mouth of the Little Chetco River in Oregon
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| County | Curry |
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| Main source | Kalmiopsis Wilderness Rogue River – Siskiyou National Forest, Klamath Mountains 4,032 ft (1,229 m) 42°09′41″N 123°49′20″W / 42.16139°N 123.82222°W |
| River mouth | Chetco River 1,841 ft (561 m) 42°12′54″N 123°53′48″W / 42.21500°N 123.89667°W |
The Little Chetco River is a small river in Oregon, a state in the United States. It flows through Curry County. This river is a branch, or tributary, of the larger Chetco River.
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Where the River Starts and Flows
The Little Chetco River begins in a wild area. This place is called the Kalmiopsis Wilderness. It is close to the border of Josephine County. The river starts west of a town named Cave Junction.
River's Journey Through the Forest
The river then flows mostly towards the northwest. It travels through the Rogue River – Siskiyou National Forest. This forest is part of the Klamath Mountains. The Little Chetco River eventually joins the main Chetco River.
Other Streams Joining the River
As the Little Chetco River flows, several smaller streams join it. These are called its tributaries. They add more water to the river.
Named Tributaries
- Hawk Creek joins the river from its left side.
- Ditch Creek and Copper Creek join from the right side.
- Henry Creek also joins from the left side.
Exploring the River's Area
The United States Forest Service helps maintain trails near the Little Chetco River. These trails let people explore the beautiful nature around the river.
Popular Hiking Trails
The Little Chetco Trail is one of these paths. Other connecting trails also pass through or near the river's area. These include the Emily Cabin Trail and the Kalmiopsis Rim Trail. The Bailey Cabin Trail is another path for hikers.
