Anderson River (Northwest Territories)

The Anderson River is a river located in the Northwest Territories of Canada. It flows generally northwards from its source near the border with Nunavut into the Beaufort Sea, specifically into the Mackenzie Bay region. The river is approximately 692 kilometers (430 miles) long.

The Anderson River traverses a variety of terrain, from tundra to taiga, and is known for its significant fish populations, including Arctic Grayling and Dolly Varden. The surrounding area is sparsely populated and largely undeveloped, characterized by vast expanses of wilderness.

Historically, the Anderson River was used as a transportation route by Indigenous peoples, particularly the Inuvialuit. Fur traders and explorers also utilized the river during the era of exploration and resource extraction in the Canadian Arctic.

The river’s name is believed to be derived from James Anderson, a fur trader with the Hudson's Bay Company in the 19th century.