The Serpentine River's headwaters are in
North Surrey,
British Columbia
British Columbia (commonly abbreviated as BC) is the westernmost province of Canada, situated between the Pacific Ocean and the Rocky Mountains. It has a diverse geography, with rugged landscapes that include rocky coastlines, sandy beaches, ...
. The
river
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winds its way to its mouth at
Mud Bay, off the
Strait of Georgia and is extensively irrigated. It has a watershed area of 116 km
2 and a total length of 35 km.
The marshy Serpentine Wildlife Area ('Serpentine Fen') near where the
river
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passes beneath
King George Boulevard
King George Boulevard (formerly known as King George Highway) is a major arterial road in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada. The route begins at Highway 99, north of the Peace Arch Border Crossing with the United States, and runs generally no ...
, is a stopping place for migratory birds, waterfowl and a variety of animals.
Serpentine Wildlife Area, Ministry of Environment, Lands and Parks
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References
External links
Rivers of the Lower Mainland
Surrey, British Columbia
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