Marquette Lake facts for kids
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 Marquette Lake
Location in Quebec
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| Location | Le Domaine-du-Roy (RCM) |
| Coordinates | 48°54′15″N 73°53′35″W / 48.90417°N 73.89306°W |
| Type | Natural |
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| Primary outflows | Marquette River |
| Basin countries | Canada |
| Max. length | 14.0 kilometres (8.7 mi) |
| Max. width | 1.7 kilometres (1.1 mi) |
| Surface elevation | 411 metres (1,348 ft) |
Marquette Lake is a freshwater lake in the province of Quebec, Canada. It is located in a wild area called Lac-Ashuapmushuan, Quebec. This area is part of the Le Domaine-du-Roy region in northwestern Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean.
The lake is found within the Châteaufort and Marquette areas. It runs along the western edge of the Ashuapmushuan Wildlife Reserve.
The main activity around the lake is forestry, which means cutting down trees. Tourism is also important, with people visiting for fun and relaxation.
A forest road, R0212, runs along the north side of Marquette Lake. This road connects to Quebec route 167, which goes to Chibougamau and Saint-Félicien, Quebec. There are also other smaller roads nearby.
Marquette Lake usually freezes over in early November. It stays frozen until mid-May. It's generally safe to walk or play on the ice from mid-November to mid-April.
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Exploring Marquette Lake's Geography
Marquette Lake is about 14.0 kilometres (8.7 mi) long. It stretches from the southeast to the northwest. At its widest point, the lake is about 1.7 kilometres (1.1 mi) across. The lake sits at an elevation of 411 metres (1,348 ft) above sea level.
The lake has a large bay on its east side, which is about 1.2 kilometres (0.75 mi) wide. This area has gentler hills. The highest hill nearby reaches 492 metres (1,614 ft). Further out, some mountains have peaks as high as 699 metres (2,293 ft). On the west side of the lake, the highest mountain is 625 metres (2,051 ft) tall.
Where Marquette Lake's Water Flows
The water from Marquette Lake flows into the Marquette River. This river then travels about 64.9 kilometres (40.3 mi) north. It eventually joins the Ashuapmushuan River.
The Ashuapmushuan River then flows for about 193 kilometres (120 mi). It goes northeast, then turns southeast. Finally, it empties into lac Saint-Jean near Saint-Félicien, Quebec. From there, the water continues its journey towards the Saguenay River and then the Estuary of Saint Lawrence.
Nearby Rivers and Lakes
Marquette Lake is surrounded by many other rivers and lakes. Here are some of the main ones:
- North: Marquette River, Normandin River
- East: La Tombelle Lake, Grand Portage River, Licorne River
- South: Loup River West, Berlinguet Creek
- West: Normandin River, Little Buade Lake, Buade Lake (Normandin River)
Naming Marquette Lake
The name "Lac Marquette" was officially recognized on October 5, 1982. This was done by the Commission de toponymie du Québec. This group is in charge of naming places in Quebec.
