Chagres River - Wikipedia
The Chagres River is the Panama Canal's chief source of water. The river's upper basin is covered by dense tropical forests. To protect that ecosystem, Panama created Chagres National Park in 1985.
Chagres River | Panama, Central America, Atlantic | Britannica
Chagres River, stream in Panama forming part of the Panama Canal system. It rises in the Cordillera de San Blas, flows south-southwest, and broadens to form Madden Lake (22 square miles [57 square km]) at Madden Dam, which was built in 1935 for navigation, flood control, and hydroelectric power.
Chagres River - Wikiwand
The Chagres River (Spanish pronunciation: [ˈtʃaɣɾes]), in central Panama, is the largest river in the Panama Canal 's watershed. The river is dammed twice, and the resulting reservoirs — Gatun Lake and Lake Alajuela — form an integral part of the canal and its water system.
Chagres National Park in Panama | Fishing, Hiking & Rafting
Home to the forest that shelters the most important river in Panamá, the Chagres River, Chagres National Park consists of 309,000 acres crossed by countless streams and waterfalls that lead to both the Chagres River and Lake Alajuela.
Chagres National Park - Wikipedia
The park contains tropical rain forests and a set of rivers which provide sufficient water to guarantee the operation of the Gatun Lake, main lake of the Panama Canal: the Chagres River [2] and the Gatun River. The highest point of the park is Cerro Jefe, at 1,007 m above sea level.
Chagres River | Sights & Attractions - Project Expedition
The Chagres River in central Panama, is the largest river in the Panama Canal's watershed. The river is dammed twice, and the resulting reservoirs form an integral part of the canal and its water system.
Chagres National Park in Panama: Visitor Information
The park offers a range of attractions, such as birdwatching, trekking trails, and opportunities for rafting on the Chagres River. Viewpoints provide breathtaking panoramic views of the lush jungle and meandering rivers.
The Chagres River - coloncity.com
The Chagres River. The Rio Chagres, one of the most important rivers in the world, remains relatively unknown in spite of its colorful history and current global significance.
Chagres National Park: tomorrow’s water source
Feb 23, 2023 · Historic and present-day Chagres. This National Park is home to the country’s most important renewable natural resource and source of fresh water: the Chagres River.
10 Things to Do in Chagres National Park, Panama | Gems.Travel
Here are 10 of the best things to do when visiting Chagres National Park. 1. Hike the Chagres River Trail. The Chagres River Trail is one of the most popular hiking trails in the park and is perfect for both seasoned hikers and beginners.