### Rivers, Lakes & Waterways
Renton's geography is fundamentally defined by its relationship with water.
* **Lake Washington:** The city sits on the southern shore of this massive freshwater lake, connecting it to Seattle and Bellevue. * **Cedar River:** Flowing from the Cascade Mountains directly through downtown Renton into Lake Washington, this river is a vital corridor for returning sockeye salmon. * **Black River:** Historically the outlet of Lake Washington before the construction of the Lake Washington Ship Canal, today it exists primarily as a quiet wetland and riparian area.