Elaho River

The Elaho River is a c.70 km long river beginning in the Coast Mountains northwest of the towns of Whistler and Pemberton, British Columbia. It is a tributary of the Squamish River and is known for its whitewater rafting and kayaking as well as for the intense alpine scenery lining its route.

Elaho River
Location
CountryCanada
ProvinceBritish Columbia
DistrictsLillooet Land District
New Westminster Land District
Physical characteristics
SourceAn unnamed lake at the toe of the Elaho Glacier
  locationPacific Ranges
  coordinates50°30′53″N 123°39′59″W
  elevation3,704 ft (1,129 m)
MouthSquamish River
  location
Near the Squamish River's source
  coordinates
50°06′34″N 123°23′10″W
  elevation
507 ft (155 m)
Length70 km (43 mi)

The Elaho is much larger than the Squamish River when it meets with it. The Elaho is often subject to flash flooding.

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