Vert Lake (Hébertville) facts for kids
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 Vert Lake
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| Location | Hébertville |
| Coordinates | 48°21′57″N 71°38′42″W / 48.36583°N 71.645°W |
| Lake type | Natural |
| Basin countries | Canada |
| Max. length | 3.6 km (2.2 mi) |
| Max. width | 0.75 km (0.47 mi) |
| Surface elevation | 142 m (466 ft) |
Lac Vert is a freshwater lake in Quebec, Canada. It is part of the larger water system that includes the Belle Rivière and Lac Saint-Jean. The lake is located in the town of Hébertville, which is in the Lac-Saint-Jean-Est Regional County Municipality. This area is part of the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region of Quebec.
The roads around Lac Vert are used by people visiting for fun. Route 169 runs to the west of the lake. Other roads like rang Saint-Isidore (north side) and rang du Lac Vert (south side) help people get around. Many visitors come here for vacations and outdoor activities.
The main activities in this area are tourism and recreation, like vacationing. Farming and forestry are also important, but less so than tourism. Lac Vert usually freezes over from early December to late March. It's generally safe to walk or play on the ice from mid-December to mid-March.
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Exploring Lac Vert's Location
Lac Vert is a natural lake. It is fed mainly by small streams along its banks. The lake is about 3.6 km (2.2 mi) long and 0.75 km (0.47 mi) wide. It sits at an elevation of 142 m (466 ft) above sea level.
To the north of Lac Vert, there is another lake called Kénogamichiche Lake. A narrow strip of land, only about 0.03 km (0.019 mi) to 0.26 km (0.16 mi) wide, separates the two lakes.
Where the Water Flows
The water from Lac Vert flows out from its northeast side. From there, it travels through a series of rivers and lakes.
- First, the water goes through Kénogamichiche Lake for about 3.2 km (2.0 mi) to the west.
- Then, it follows the Rivière des Aulnaies for about 5.9 km (3.7 mi) northwest.
- Next, it joins La Belle Rivière and flows northwest for about 6.1 km (3.8 mi).
- After that, the water enters the eastern part of Lac Saint-Jean and travels north for about 15.4 km (9.6 mi).
- Finally, it flows into the Saguenay River and travels about 172.3 km (107.1 mi) to Tadoussac. At Tadoussac, the water from Lac Vert mixes with the large Saint Lawrence estuary and eventually reaches the Atlantic Ocean.
Nearby Rivers and Lakes
Many other rivers and lakes are close to Lac Vert. These are all part of the same large water system.
- North: Kénogamichiche Lake, Rivière des Aulnaies, Petite rivière Bédard, Bédard River, Raquette River.
- East: Kénogamichiche Lake, Kenogami Lake, Pikauba River, Chicoutimi River, Bras des Angers, rivière aux Sables, Cascouia River.
- South: La Belle Rivière, ruisseau L'Abbé, lac de la Belle Rivière, rivière du Milieu, Métabetchouane River.
- West: La Belle Rivière, Métabetchouane River, ruisseau de la Belle Rivière, Grignon River, Ouiatchouan River, Lac Saint-Jean.
The Name of Lac Vert
The name "Lac Vert" means "Green Lake" in French. This name was officially recognized on September 23, 1975, by the Commission de toponymie du Québec. This commission is in charge of naming places in Quebec.
More to Explore
If you want to learn more about the area around Lac Vert, check out these articles:
- Lac-Saint-Jean-Est Regional County Municipality
- Hébertville, a town nearby
- Saguenay River
- Lac Saint-Jean
- La Belle Rivière
- Rivière des Aulnaies
- Kénogamichiche Lake
- List of lakes in Canada
