Lac La Martre
Lac La Martre, is the third largest lake in the Northwest Territories, Canada. It is located approximately 201 km (125 mi) northwest of the territorial capital of Yellowknife. The Tłı̨chǫ community of Whatì (formerly called Lac La Martre) is located on the east shore of Lac La Martre.
| Lac La Martre | |
|---|---|
Lac La Martre | |
| Location | Northwest Territories |
| Coordinates | 63°15′01″N 117°55′05″W |
| Type | Glacial |
| Basin countries | Canada |
| Max. length | 76 km (47 mi) |
| Max. width | 25 km (16 mi) |
| Surface area | 1,776 km2 (686 sq mi) |
| Average depth | 9.1 m (30 ft) |
| Max. depth | 19.8 m (65 ft) |
| Surface elevation | 265 m (869 ft) |
| Frozen | Mid October to mid June |
| Settlements | Whatì |
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