Named by the United States Geological Survey in 1878 because of its turbid characteristics. (Chittenden, 1895) About two miles northeast of the lake (Yellowstone) we discovered a small lake which was named Turbid Lake, from the muddiness of its water. It tasted of alum, and there seemed to be numerous springs throughout it, as there was bubbling all over its surface. On its eastern shore there was a group of hot springs, mud springs and vents. The largest spring was situated in the midst of a small stream flowing into the lake, and had a temperature of 186 degrees. (A. C. Peale in Hayden, 1872)
Other Names:
Lake Butte, Turbin Lake
County:
Park
Feature Category:
Water Features; Yellowstone National Park
Description:
Lake, Yellowstone National Park, ... 1 1/2 miles east of north end of Yellowstone Lake; east entrance road passes along west shore. (Decisions, 1930)
