Pottawatomi River facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Pottawatomi River
Location of the mouth of the Pottawatomi River in southern Ontario
Country	Canada
Province	Ontario
Region	Southwestern Ontario
County	Grey
Municipalities	Owen Sound Georgian Bluffs
Physical characteristics
Main source	Field Georgian Bluffs 250 m (820 ft) 44°31′12″N 81°05′02″W / 44.52000°N 81.08389°W / 44.52000; -81.08389
River mouth	Georgian Bay Owen Sound 176 m (577 ft) 44°34′41″N 80°56′42″W / 44.57806°N 80.94500°W / 44.57806; -80.94500
Basin features
River system	Great Lakes Basin
Tributaries	Right: Maxwell Creek

The Pottawatomi River is a cool river located in Southwestern Ontario, Canada. It flows through the areas of Owen Sound and Georgian Bluffs in Grey County. This river is part of the huge Great Lakes Basin. It eventually flows into Owen Sound, which is a part of Georgian Bay on Lake Huron.

Where Does the Pottawatomi River Flow?

The Pottawatomi River starts its journey in a field within Georgian Bluffs. It begins by flowing towards the southeast. After a bit, it turns and flows northeast for the rest of its path.

Key Spots Along the River

• The river passes under Ontario Highway 21 near a community called Springmount.
• It also flows over the Niagara Escarpment at a spot known as Jones Falls. The Niagara Escarpment is a long cliff that stretches across parts of North America.
• As the river continues, it meets a smaller stream called Maxwell Creek. Maxwell Creek joins the Pottawatomi River from the right side.
• Finally, the river enters the town of Owen Sound. Here, it reaches its end, emptying into Georgian Bay.

What Are the Pottawatomi River's Tributaries?

A tributary is a smaller stream or river that flows into a larger river. The Pottawatomi River has at least one known tributary:

• Maxwell Creek