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Snake River (Renfrew County) is located in Ontario
Snake River (Renfrew County)
Location of the mouth of the Snake River in Ontario
Country Canada
Province Ontario
County Renfrew
Townships
  • Whitewater Region
  • Admaston–Bromley
  • North Algona-Wilberforce
Physical characteristics
Main source Lake Doré
North Algona-Wilberforce
142 m (466 ft)
45°38′16″N 77°05′01″W / 45.63778°N 77.08361°W / 45.63778; -77.08361
River mouth Muskrat Lake
Whitewater Region (township)
122 m (400 ft)
45°41′48″N 76°55′40″W / 45.69667°N 76.92778°W / 45.69667; -76.92778
Length 28 km (17 mi)
Basin features
River system Saint Lawrence River drainage basin
Tributaries
  • Right:
    Mink Creek

The Snake River is a cool river located in Renfrew County, Ontario, Canada. It's a natural waterway that flows through different parts of the province.

Journey of the Snake River

The Snake River starts its journey at a place called Lake Doré. This lake is in the North Algona-Wilberforce area. From there, the river flows towards the east.

River's Path

The river goes under Ontario Highway 41. Then, it turns south and passes by the community of Lake Dore. After that, it turns east again.

Marshes and Communities

As it flows, the Snake River meets a smaller stream called Mink Creek. This stream joins the Snake River from the right side. The river then travels through a wetland area known as the Upper Osceola Marsh. It continues its path to the community of Osceola, which is in the Admaston–Bromley area.

The river then heads north through another important wetland called the Snake River Marsh. This marsh is a special place that might become a protected area. Finally, the river flows east through the community of Snake River in the Whitewater Region area. It goes under Ontario Highway 17.

Where the River Ends

The Snake River finishes its journey when it reaches Muskrat Lake. Muskrat Lake is connected to the Muskrat River, which then flows into the larger Ottawa River.

Rivers Joining the Snake River

The Snake River has other smaller streams that flow into it. These are called tributaries.

  • Mink Creek (This stream joins the Snake River from the right side.)
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