Lost Valley Trail Spring

Description:

This natural spring water in Pleasant Hill Township, Illinois, USA, flows naturally through a white pipe and falls on the ground. The water shoots from a small hill through a pipe. This water site is accessible to the public for free and open 24/7. You can harvest as much water as you want. Just bring your water containers here. Several people have reportedly tested water from here through home test kits and found it suited for drinking purposes. Moreover, the locals are said to be harvesting water from this spring for years without any discomfort or anything. Still, drink at your own risk.

Where can I find spring water?

The correct coordinates are 39.480014,-90.8641 and the complete address is Pleasant Hill Township, IL, USA. It’s located off road a few meters away from the city.

Directions:

Assuming you’re beginning your trip from Pleasant Hill, Illinois, USA, please head north on route 11. Drive for 2.7 miles and you’ll come across a hill on your right. Look for a white water pipe with water flowing out of it. There should be some concrete tank where the water gets collected and fells on the ground. Park your car off road and walk to the spring that should be a few meters into the woods.

More details:

The water site may be invisible from the road. Consider getting off your vehicle after 2.7 miles and search while walking. The water flows at a decent speed and you should be able to fill about 5 gallons in a couple of minutes.