Ram River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ram River |
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Ram River Glacier 2,374 m (7,789 ft) 51°53′19″N 116°10′59″W / 51.88861°N 116.18306°W |
| River mouth | North Saskatchewan River 1,048 m (3,438 ft) 52°22′32″N 115°24′06″W / 52.37556°N 115.40167°W |
The Ram River is a cool river that starts high up in the Alberta Rocky Mountains in Canada. It flows towards the east, picking up water from the North Ram River. Eventually, it joins the larger North Saskatchewan River near the town of Rocky Mountain House. The name Ram Rivulet was first seen on a map made by the explorer David Thompson way back in 1814. A "ram" is actually a male Rocky Mountain Sheep, which are animals often found in the mountains.
About the Ram River
The Ram River is known for its many beautiful waterfalls and deep, narrow canyons. These canyons are like big, steep valleys carved by the river over a very long time. As the river flows, it passes under Alberta Highway 734. It also goes under another road before it meets the North Saskatchewan River.
Ram Falls Provincial Park
You can find the Ram Falls Provincial Recreation Area right along the river. This park is a great place to visit and see some of the river's amazing waterfalls up close. It's a popular spot for people who love nature and outdoor adventures.
Rivers Joining the Ram
Rivers and streams that flow into a larger river are called tributaries. The Ram River has several of these smaller waterways that add to its flow. Here are some of them:
- Hummingbird Creek
- Canary Creek
- Onion Creek
- Onion Lake
- Lynx Creek
- North Ram River
- Farley Lake
- Kiska Creek
- Joyce River
- Lynch Creek
- Phillip Creek
- Pinto Creek
- Fall Creek
- Tawdina Creek
