Manganui River (Northland) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Manganui River |
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| Country | New Zealand |
| Physical characteristics | |
| River mouth | Wairoa River |
| Length | 53 km (33 mi) |
The Manganui River is an important river in the Northland Region of New Zealand. It flows across the northern part of New Zealand's North Island. This river is about 53 kilometers (33 miles) long.
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Journey of the Manganui River
The Manganui River starts its journey west of a place called Ruakaka. From there, it generally flows towards the west.
Where the River Ends
The Manganui River eventually flows into the Wairoa River. This meeting point is about 5 kilometers (3 miles) east of Dargaville.
Winding Path and Oxbow Lakes
The lower part of the Manganui River is very interesting. It takes a very twisty and winding path. This area is often low and swampy. Because of its winding nature, you can find several oxbow lakes along this part of the river.
What are Oxbow Lakes?
An oxbow lake is a U-shaped lake. It forms when a wide bend in a river gets cut off from the main river channel. This happens over time as the river changes its course. The Manganui River's slow flow through flat land helps these lakes form.
