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Simpson River (British Columbia)

Coordinates: 50°58′15″N 115°56′38″W / 50.97083°N 115.94389°W / 50.97083; -115.94389
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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. The river's headwaters form on the north slope of Nestor Peak.[1]

Simpson River is named for Sir George Simpson who first visited the area in 1841.

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  1. ^ "Nestor Peak". BC Geographical Names.

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50°58′15″N 115°56′38″W / 50.97083°N 115.94389°W / 50.97083; -115.94389