Trudelle River facts for kids
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Harricana River basin in yellow
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Quebec |
| Region | Nord-du-Québec |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Unidentified marsh Authier-Nord, Quebec, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Abitibi-Ouest, Quebec 326 m (1,070 ft) 48°58′43″N 78°51′36″W / 48.97861°N 78.86000°W |
| River mouth | Perdrix River (Eeyou Istchee Baie-James) Eeyou Istchee Baie-James (municipality), Nord-du-Québec, Quebec 285 m (935 ft) 49°06′34″N 78°52′59″W / 49.10944°N 78.88306°W |
| Length | 20.7 km (12.9 mi) |
The Trudelle River is a river in Quebec, Canada. It flows into the Perdrix River (Eeyou Istchee Baie-James). The river passes through two main areas: Abitibi-Témiscamingue and Nord-du-Québec.
The main activity in this area is forestry, which means cutting down trees for wood. Tourism and fun outdoor activities are also important. There are some smaller forest roads that help people get around the area.
The river usually freezes over from late November to late April. It's generally safe to walk or travel on the ice from early December to mid-April.
River's Journey
The Trudelle River starts from a marsh, which is a type of wetland, in a place called Disson township. This starting point is about 326 metres (1,070 ft) (1,070 feet) above sea level.
From its source, the Trudelle River flows for about 20.7 kilometres (12.9 mi) (12.9 miles) through a forest. It first goes north in Authier-Nord, then northwest through Chazel. Finally, it turns north again in the Eeyou Istchee James Bay area. Along the way, it passes through a spot called "Rapide Mo."
The river ends when it joins the Perdrix River (Eeyou Istchee Baie-James). This meeting point is in a forest area.
Nearby Rivers and Creeks
Many other rivers and creeks are close to the Trudelle River.
- To the north, you'll find the Perdrix River (Eeyou Istchee Baie-James), Wawagosic River, and Turgeon River (Eeyou Istchee Baie-James).
- To the east are the Perdrix River (Eeyou Istchee Baie-James), Homie Creek, Kaomakomiskiwag Creek, and the Harricana River.
- To the south, there's Kaomakomiskiwag Creek, the Authier River, and the Macamic River.
- To the west, you'll see the Menard River, Deloge Creek, and the Boivin River.
River Name History
The names "Trudel" and "Trudelle" come from the same French family name.
The name "Trudelle River" was officially recognized on December 5, 1968. This happened when the Commission de toponymie du Québec (Quebec's Place Name Commission) was created.
