South Skunk River

General data
- Water type: River
- Progression: Skunk River -> Mississippi River -> Gulf of Mexico -> Atlantic Ocean -> Planet Earth
- Climates: Continental
- Continents: North America
- Countries: United States of America
Description
The South Skunk River is a major tributary of the Skunk River in central and southeastern Iowa, United States. Length: Approximately 185 miles (298 km). Source: Originates near Blairsburg in Hamilton County, Iowa. Flows southward through cities like Ames and Colfax, passing through agricultural lands and urban areas. Joins the North Skunk River to form the Skunk River near Coppock, Iowa, eventually draining into the Mississippi River.