Klondike River

Throughout history, Klondike River has been a topic of great interest and controversy. Since its inception, Klondike River has captured the attention of academics, scientists, artists and the curious in general. Its impact on society and people's daily lives is undeniable, generating constant debates and reflections. In this article, we will explore different aspects and perspectives related to Klondike River, analyzing its influence in different fields and its evolution over time. Additionally, we will examine how Klondike River continues to be relevant today and how it will continue to make its mark in the future.

"Reindeer River" redirects here. For other uses, see Reindeer River (disambiguation).
Klondike River
Klondike River crossing Dempster Highway (upstream)
Map
Native nameTr'ondëk (Hän)
Location
CountryCanada
TerritoryYukon
Physical characteristics
SourceOgilvie Mountains
MouthYukon River
 • location
Dawson City, Yukon, Canada
 • coordinates
64°03′08″N 139°26′27″W / 64.05222°N 139.44083°W / 64.05222; -139.44083
Length160 km (99 mi)
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The Klondike River (Hän: Tr'ondëk) is a tributary of the Yukon River in Canada that gave its name to the Klondike Gold Rush and the Klondike region of the Yukon Territory. The Klondike River rises in the Ogilvie Mountains and flows into the Yukon River at Dawson City.

Its name comes from the Hän word Tr'ondëk (IPA: [ʈʂʼoⁿdək]) meaning hammerstone, a tool which was used to hammer down stakes used to set salmon nets.

Gold was discovered in tributaries of the Klondike River in 1896, which started the Klondike gold rush, and is still being mined today.

In Jack London's story "A Relic of the Pliocene" (Collier's Weekly, 1901), this river was mentioned as "Reindeer River". (See Reindeer Lake.)

  • Klondike River (left) flowing into the Yukon River (top and right) at Dawson City
    Klondike River (left) flowing into the Yukon River (top and right) at Dawson City
  • Klondike River crossing Dempster Highway (downstream)
    Klondike River crossing Dempster Highway (downstream)
  • Mouth of the Klondike River to the Yukon River at Dawson City
    Mouth of the Klondike River to the Yukon River at Dawson City

See also

References

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  1. ^ "Klondike River". Encyclopædia Britannica Online. Retrieved 5 March 2010.[permanent dead link‍]
  2. ^ "Klondike River". Natural Resources Canada. Archived from the original on 8 June 2011. Retrieved 5 March 2010.


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