Test your geography knowledge with our challenging Rivers & Lakes crossword puzzles. Explore global waterways from the Nile to Lake Superior on Grid Genius.
Dive into the fascinating world of global hydrology with our Rivers & Lakes crosswords. Expect clues covering famous historical waterways, massive glacial lakes, and the diverse ecosystems they support. Whether you're navigating the mighty Amazon or identifying obscure European tributaries, these puzzles offer a refreshing mental workout.
Crossword clues used in rivers & lakes puzzles, with answers and links to play.
“The meeting point where two distinct rivers merge into one”
CONFLUENCE (10)
“Moving in the direction opposite to the water's flow”
UPSTREAM (8)
“Soggy shoreline deposit that can ruin your shoes”
MUD (3)
“An artificial waterway constructed for navigation or irrigation”
CANAL (5)
“The natural slope bordering a stream”
BANK (4)
“The shifting boundary where land meets water”
SHORELINE (9)
“The ultimate source and furthest upstream point of a river”
HEADWATERS (10)
“A small, quiet body of water often filled with lilies”
POND (4)
“A submerged or exposed ridge of drift built by currents”
SANDBAR (7)
“The entire geographical area drained by a river system”
BASIN (5)
“Wet, spongy land dominated by trees and woody plants”
SWAMP (5)
“A small natural stream of water, larger than a brook”
CREEK (5)
“A wooden platform extending over the water for mooring”
DOCK (4)
“Area of land that separates waters flowing to different rivers”
WATERSHED (9)
“The steady movement of a current”
FLOW (4)
“Artificial waterway constructed for navigation”
CANAL (5)
“Fine sand or clay carried by running water”
SILT (4)
“Flowing water moving in a definite direction”
CURRENT (7)
“River or stream flowing into a larger river”
TRIBUTARY (9)
“The furthest place in a river from its estuary or outlet”
HEADWATERS (10)
“Stretch of salt water separated from the sea by a low sandbank”
LAGOON (6)
“Recessed body of water connected to a larger lake”
BAY (3)
“Large inlet of water, bigger than a bay”
GULF (4)
“The scientific study of the properties and movement of water”
HYDROLOGY (9)
“Natural stream of water smaller than a river”
CREEK (5)
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