Nigu River facts for kids
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 Location of the mouth of the Nigu River in Alaska
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| Country | United States |
| State | Alaska |
| Borough | North Slope, Northwest Arctic |
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| Main source | Imakturok Pass Brooks Range, Northwest Arctic Borough 67°52′09″N 155°17′15″W / 67.8691°N 155.2875°W |
| River mouth | Etivluk River 25 miles (40 km) northwest of Howard Pass, North Slope Borough 68°32′27″N 156°27′12″W / 68.5408°N 156.4533°W |
| Length | 70 mi (110 km) |
The Nigu River is a river located in Alaska, one of the U.S. states. It is about 70 miles (110 km) long. This river is a branch, or tributary, of the Etivluk River.
About the Nigu River
The Nigu River is known for flowing through some of the most wild and untouched areas in northern Alaska. It's a place where nature is still very much in charge.
Where the Nigu River Starts and Ends
The Nigu River begins in the Brooks Range, a large mountain range in northern Alaska. It starts on the northern side of these mountains. This area is just west of a special protected place called Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve.
From its starting point, the Nigu River flows mostly towards the northwest. After traveling about 70 miles (110 km), it joins another river, the Etivluk River. This meeting point is about 25 miles (40 km) northwest of a spot known as Howard Pass.
A Remote Alaskan River
For its entire length, the Nigu River flows through very remote locations. These are places that are far from cities and towns. This makes the Nigu River an important part of Alaska's vast wilderness. It is a home for many wild animals and plants that thrive in such untouched environments.
