Rivière aux Canots (rivière aux Écorces) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Rivière aux Canots |
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean |
| Regional County Municipality | Le Fjord-du-Saguenay Regional County Municipality |
| Unorganized territory | Lac-Jacques-Cartier and Lac-Moncouche |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Lac Fleuret Lac-Jacques-Cartier 828 m (2,717 ft) 47°53′02″N 71°25′58″W / 47.88385°N 71.43278°W |
| River mouth | Rivière aux Écorces Lac-Moncouche 390 m (1,280 ft) 47°57′28″N 71°32′18″W / 47.95778°N 71.53833°W |
| Length | 55.2 km (34.3 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| Tributaries |
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The Rivière aux Canots is a river in the province of Quebec, Canada. It flows into the Rivière aux Écorces. The river runs through two areas: Lac-Jacques-Cartier and Lac-Moncouche. It also flows through the beautiful Laurentides Wildlife Reserve.
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About the Rivière aux Canots
This river is an important part of the Quebec landscape. Its name, "Rivière aux Canots," means "Canoe River" in French. This suggests it was likely used for canoe travel in the past.
Where is the Rivière aux Canots?
The Rivière aux Canots is located in the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region of Quebec. It crosses parts of two regional county municipalities:
- La Côte-de-Beaupré Regional County Municipality
- Lac-Saint-Jean-Est Regional County Municipality
The river's valley is close to Route 169. Some smaller forest roads also run through the valley. These roads are mainly used for logging and for people visiting the area for fun.
What are the main activities?
The main activity in the Rivière aux Canots valley is forestry. This means people work with trees and wood. Recreational tourism is the second most important activity. People come here to enjoy nature and do outdoor activities.
When does the river freeze?
The surface of the Rivière aux Canots usually freezes in early December. It stays frozen until the end of March. However, it's generally safe to walk or travel on the ice from mid-December to mid-March.
The River's Journey
The Rivière aux Canots starts its journey at a place called Lac Fleuret. This lake is high up in the mountains, about 828 metres (2,717 ft) (2,717 ft) above sea level. It is located within the Laurentides Wildlife Reserve.
Where does the river begin?
Lac Fleuret is the source of the Rivière aux Canots. From there, the river flows for about 55.2 kilometres (34.3 mi) (34.3 mi). As it flows, it drops about 438 metres (1,437 ft) (1,437 ft) in height. The entire river flows through a forest area.
How does the river flow?
The river's path can be divided into three main parts:
Upper Course
The first part of the river's journey is about 16.9 kilometres (10.5 mi) (10.5 mi) long. It flows through lakes like Thompson Lake and Lake Oligny. It also collects water from smaller lakes and streams along the way.
Middle Course
The middle part of the river is about 14.2 kilometres (8.8 mi) (8.8 mi) long. In this section, the river flows northwest and north. It picks up water from streams like Willie Creek and Caché stream. It also gets water from Lac Lampron.
Lower Course
The last part of the river's journey is the longest, at about 24.1 kilometres (15.0 mi) (15.0 mi). Here, the river flows northwest, south, and west. It collects water from streams like Girard stream and Sancto stream. Finally, it winds its way northeast, east, and then south before reaching its end.
Where does the river end?
The Rivière aux Canots flows into the Rivière aux Écorces. This meeting point is located in the Lac-Moncouche area.
From this point, the water from the Rivière aux Canots continues its long journey:
- First, it flows along the Rivière aux Écorces for about 52.8 kilometres (32.8 mi) (32.8 mi).
- Then, it joins the Pikauba River for about 10.6 kilometres (6.6 mi) (6.6 mi).
- Next, it crosses Kenogami Lake for about 17.6 kilometres (10.9 mi) (10.9 mi).
- After that, it follows the Chicoutimi River for about 26.2 kilometres (16.3 mi) (16.3 mi).
- Finally, it flows into the mighty Saguenay River for about 114.6 kilometres (71.2 mi) (71.2 mi). The Saguenay River then empties into the Saint Lawrence Estuary at Tadoussac.
River Name
The name "Rivière aux Canots" was officially recognized on December 5, 1968. This was done by the Commission de toponymie du Québec, which is like a special group that names places in Quebec.
Related articles
- La Côte-de-Beaupré Regional County Municipality
- Lac-Jacques-Cartier, an unorganized territory
- Lac-Saint-Jean-Est Regional County Municipality
- Lac-Moncouche, an unorganized territory
- Laurentides Wildlife Reserve
- Rivière aux Canots Est
- Rivière aux Écorces
- Pikauba River
- Kenogami Lake
- Chicoutimi River
- Saguenay River
- List of rivers of Quebec
