North River (Belmont Lake) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids North River |
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 Location of the mouth of the North River in southern Ontario
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Ontario |
| Region | Central Ontario |
| County | Peterborough |
| Municipality | Havelock-Belmont-Methuen |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Imp lake 302 m (991 ft) 44°45′24″N 77°54′42″W / 44.75667°N 77.91167°W |
| River mouth | Belmont Lake, on the Crowe River 187 m (614 ft) 44°30′17″N 77°50′03″W / 44.50472°N 77.83417°W |
| Basin features | |
| River system | Great Lakes Basin |
The North River is a river located in Ontario, Canada. It flows through a region called Peterborough County, specifically within the area known as Havelock-Belmont-Methuen. This river is part of the larger Great Lakes Basin, which means its waters eventually flow into the Great Lakes. The North River is a "tributary," or a smaller stream, that flows into the Crowe River.
Where the River Starts and Ends
The North River begins its journey at a place called Imp Lake. This lake is found in Methuen Township. From Imp Lake, the river flows south.
As it travels, the river passes by Devil's Lake. It then continues its path south until it reaches Kasshabog Lake. After Kasshabog Lake, the river keeps flowing south to Long Lake.
The river then makes a turn, flowing east for a bit, before turning south again. It enters Belmont Township as it continues its journey. The North River flows through Round Lake. Finally, it turns east one last time before reaching its mouth. The mouth of the North River is at Belmont Lake, where its waters join the Crowe River. The Crowe River then flows into the Trent River, and eventually, all these waters reach Lake Ontario.
Other Streams Joining the North River
Smaller streams and creeks that flow into a larger river are called "tributaries." The North River has a few tributaries that add water to its flow:
- Otter Creek (joins from the left side)
- Whitney Creek (joins from the left side)
- Beloporine Creek (joins from the right side)
