Record #:

43278

Author(s):

Singleton, David

Abstract:

The Native American translation for the name, Mattamuskeet is "dry dust". Early inhabitants believe the 130 square mile area of water was the result of a massive peat fire. Tourists are drawn each year beginning in December to the seasonal appearance of the Tundra Swan.

Source:

Washington the Magazine (NoCar F264.W3 W37), Vol. 11 Issue 1, January-February 2022, p26-31

Subject(s):

Lake Mattamuskeet; Lake Mattamuskeet--Travel and Description