Simpson River (British Columbia)
Simpson River, in Kootenay National Park, is a tributary of Vermilion River flowing through Simpson Valley. Named tributaries include the North Simpson River, Surprise Creek, Lachine Creek, and Verdant Creek.
Simpson River is named for Sir George Simpson who first visited the area in 1841.
References[]
- Historic Milestones of Kootenay National Park
- Trails into the Core Area of Mount Assiniboine
- BC Names/GeoBC entry "Simpson River"
Coordinates: 50°58′15″N 115°56′38″W / 50.97083°N 115.94389°W
Categories:
- Rivers of British Columbia
- East Kootenay
- Rivers of the Canadian Rockies
- British Columbia Interior river stubs