About This Spring
## Overview #8 Spring is a public drinking spring located along North 8th Road in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania — a town best known as the home of Punxsutawney Phil and the annual Groundhog Day celebration. Situated in Jefferson County, this roadside spring flows from a hillside through a block wall fitted with two large pipes and one smaller pipe. The spring has historically been used as a local drinking water source, and visitors have reported a steady, reliable flow. ## Directions 1. From the 3-way intersection of **Route 36** near the **Margiotti Bridge** in Punxsutawney, turn onto **Perry Street**. 2. Follow Perry Street as it becomes **North 8th Road** (N 8th Rd). 3. Continue on North 8th Road for approximately **two-thirds of a mile**. 4. Drive past the **Diamond Road intersection** — do not turn. 5. The spring will be on the **right side of the road**, coming out of the hillside to your left. 6. There is a small **pull-off area** for parking directly adjacent to the spring. Use caution, as it is just off the roadway. **GPS Coordinates:** 40.93591, -79.011236 **Nearest Address:** 4598 N 8th Rd, Punxsutawney, PA 15767 ## What to Expect The spring emerges from a hillside and is channeled through a concrete block wall equipped with two large pipes and one smaller pipe, making it easy to fill jugs and bottles. The flow exits on the left side of the wall as you face it. Parking is available in a small pull-off area right beside the road. Because the pull-off sits close to the travel lane, visitors should exercise caution when getting in and out of their vehicles, especially during busier times or low-visibility conditions. The surrounding area is a quiet, rural stretch of Jefferson County with rolling hills and wooded terrain typical of western Pennsylvania. The spring is accessible year-round, though winter visitors should be prepared for potentially icy conditions around the pull-off and the spring outlet. Water flow may vary seasonally, but the spring has been reported to maintain a consistent output.
Getting There
Address
4598, N 8th Rd, Punxsutawney, PA 15767, US
GPS Coordinates
40.935910, -79.011236
Directions
Community SubmittedDirections 1. From the 3-way intersection of **Route 36** near the **Margiotti Bridge** in Punxsutawney, turn onto **Perry Street**. 2. Follow Perry Street as it becomes **North 8th Road** (N 8th Rd). 3. Continue on North 8th Road for approximately **two-thirds of a mile**. 4. Drive past the **Diamond Road intersection** — do not turn. 5. The spring will be on the **right side of the road**, coming out of the hillside to your left. 6. There is a small **pull-off area** for parking directly adjacent to the spring. Use caution, as it is just off the roadway.
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Tips
Bring empty jugs or bottles to fill up.
Accessible by road — pull off carefully.
Water flows from a pipe or spout.
Parking available nearby.
Safety Info
Always test or filter water from natural springs before drinking. Water quality can change seasonally.
Bring your own containers. A portable water filter like a LifeStraw is recommended.
Respect the environment. Pack out everything you bring in.