Memphre


In Canadian folklore, Memphre is a lake monster said to live in Lake Memphremagog, a fresh water glacial lake located between Newport, Vermont, United States and Magog, Quebec, Canada.

Background

Lake Memphremagog stretches for 31 miles, with an average depth of 51 feet and a deepest point at 351 feet. It was formed by melting glaciers 10,000 years ago, during the last ice-age. The lake freezes over each winter, often becoming three feet thick.

History

Memphre is often described as much like the Loch Ness Monster. While Memphre and most other lake monsters are disputed by many scientists, sightings persist and Memphre was last seen in 2005.

Coin

In August 2011, an artistic impression of Memphre was featured on a coloured Canadian quarter.