Minago River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Minago River |
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Sign for the Minago River
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 Location of the mouth of Minago River in Manitoba
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Manitoba |
| Region | Northern |
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| Main source | Moon Lake northeast of South Moose Lake 261 m (856 ft) 54°05′25″N 99°30′54″W / 54.09028°N 99.51500°W |
| River mouth | Cross Lake on the Nelson River 209 m (686 ft) 54°32′58″N 98°11′58″W / 54.54944°N 98.19944°W |
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| River system | Hudson Bay drainage basin |
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The Minago River is a cool river located in northern Manitoba, Canada. It's part of the huge Hudson Bay drainage basin, which means its water eventually flows into Hudson Bay. The river starts at Moon Lake and travels northeast. It ends its journey by flowing into the western part of Cross Lake, which is connected to the big Nelson River.
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Where Does the Minago River Flow?
The Minago River begins its journey at Moon Lake. This lake is located northeast of another lake called South Moose Lake. From Moon Lake, there was once a special path called a portage. This portage allowed people to carry their canoes and gear to South Moose Lake. From there, they could reach the Saskatchewan River.
The Minago River flows generally towards the northeast. It travels through the beautiful northern landscape of Manitoba. Its waters eventually join Cross Lake. Cross Lake is an important part of the Nelson River system.
What Rivers Join the Minago?
Rivers often have smaller streams or rivers that flow into them. These are called tributaries. The Minago River has a couple of tributaries that add to its flow.
Black Duck Creek
- Black Duck Creek flows into the Minago River from the right side.
Hargrave River
- The Hargrave River joins the Minago River from the left side.
