Mackenzie River, Major river system in Northwest Territories, Canada.
The Mackenzie River extends for 1,738 kilometers from Great Slave Lake to the Arctic Ocean through a network of channels and tributaries.
Alexander Mackenzie first traveled the river length to its mouth in 1789, establishing a vital route for European fur traders in the region.
The Dene people name this waterway Deh Cho, meaning Big River, while Inuvialuit communities maintained settlements near its mouth for centuries.
The river remains navigable from June to November, allowing barges to transport goods between settlements across the Northwest Territories.
The Mackenzie Delta spans twelve thousand square kilometers and contains numerous pingos, which are hills formed by earth-covered ice cores.
Location: Northwest Territories
Address: Mackenzie River, Northwest Territories, Canada
GPS coordinates: 61.19360,-117.34770
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:24
The major rivers of the planet cross continents and countries, creating essential river networks. The Amazon stretches 6,992 kilometers, the Nile covers 6,852 kilometers, while the Yangtze River measures 6,300 kilometers. These waterways shape landscapes, sustain agriculture, and enable transportation. Each river has distinct geographical features, from the Mississippi Delta to the Congo rapids.
Bluefish Caves
1221.2 km
Aklavik
1140.3 km
Délı̨nę
538.6 km
Midnight Sun Mosque
1107.9 km
Paulatuk
959.2 km
Ivvavik National Park
1367.2 km
Tulita
584.5 km
Vuntut National Park
1324.8 km
Dredge No. 4
1161.9 km
Tombstone Territorial Park
1136 km
Aurora College
1106.6 km
Mount Nirvana
552.8 km
Colville Lake
775.5 km
Pingo Canadian Landmark
1163.4 km
Discovery Claim
1160.7 km
Nááts'įhch'oh National Park Reserve
586.1 km
Five Finger Rapids
1005.2 km
Keele Peak
714.4 km
SS Keno
1168 km
Church of Our Lady of Good Hope
789.6 km
Tr'ochëk
1168.1 km
Saoyú-ʔehdacho
489.4 km
Fort Egbert
1262.2 km
Jack London Cabin
1167.8 km
Yukon Hotel
1168.1 km
St. Paul's Anglican Church
1168.1 km
Herschel Island-Qikiqtaruk Territorial Park
1358.6 km
Kendall Island Migratory Bird Sanctuary
1217.4 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes