Little Knife River
69.81 km | 43.38 mi
Length can differ from official measure!
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The Little Knife River is a small, approximately 69.81 km | 43.38 mi long tributary of the Missouri River in northwestern North Dakota, USA. It rises in the rolling hills of Mountrail County, near the city of New Town, and flows southeast through the vast, grassy prairie of the Great Plains. It eventually empties into Lake Sakakawea, a large reservoir of the Missouri River formed by the Garrison Dam. Its drainage basin is relatively small and includes mostly agricultural land and the open grasslands characteristic of the region.
The Little Knife River flows through a sparsely populated area where family farms and ranches, some of which have existed for over a century, dominate the landscape. The river's surroundings are a haven for wildlife such as white-tailed deer, mule deer, coyotes, and various bird species, making the area attractive to nature lovers. The river itself is subject to seasonal fluctuations, with higher water levels in the spring due to snowmelt and often low water levels in the summer.
Historically, the Little Knife River was less prominent than larger rivers like the Knife River or the Missouri, but played a role in providing water for local communities, both for agriculture and ranching. Today, it is primarily popular for recreational activities such as fishing, where species such as northern pike and walleye can be caught. The region also offers opportunities for camping and hiking on the pristine prairie.
The Little Knife River flows through a sparsely populated area where family farms and ranches, some of which have existed for over a century, dominate the landscape. The river's surroundings are a haven for wildlife such as white-tailed deer, mule deer, coyotes, and various bird species, making the area attractive to nature lovers. The river itself is subject to seasonal fluctuations, with higher water levels in the spring due to snowmelt and often low water levels in the summer.
Historically, the Little Knife River was less prominent than larger rivers like the Knife River or the Missouri, but played a role in providing water for local communities, both for agriculture and ranching. Today, it is primarily popular for recreational activities such as fishing, where species such as northern pike and walleye can be caught. The region also offers opportunities for camping and hiking on the pristine prairie.
