Slocan River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Slocan River |
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | British Columbia |
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| Main source | Slocan Lake |
| River mouth | Kootenay River 49°25′N 117°31′W / 49.417°N 117.517°W |
| Length | 60 km (37 mi) |
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| Basin size | 3,290 km2 (1,270 sq mi) |
The Slocan River is a beautiful river located in the Canadian province of British Columbia. It flows for about 60 kilometers (37 miles) and is a tributary (meaning it flows into) of the Kootenay River. The Slocan River is also part of the much larger Columbia River basin, as the Kootenay River eventually joins the Columbia River. The area of land that drains water into the Slocan River, called its drainage basin, covers a big space of 3,290 square kilometers (1,270 square miles).
The Journey of the Slocan River
The Slocan River begins its journey at the southern end of Slocan Lake. From there, it flows south, passing by small towns like Slocan and Winlaw.
The river continues its path until it meets the Kootenay River near a place called Shoreacres. This spot is about halfway between the cities of Castlegar and Nelson. Along its route, the Slocan River offers a mix of different water flows. You'll find wide, calm areas, gentle bends, and sections where the water flows slowly. In its lowest part, closer to where it joins the Kootenay River, there are a few small rapids.
