Appleton Ridge Spring, Appleton, Maine 04862

## Overview Appleton Ridge Spring is a roadside public drinking spring located along Route 105 (Union Road) in the town of Appleton, Maine, within Knox County. The spring is encased in a concrete cylinder and topped with a wooden lid, offering a continuous flow of water year-round. Situated in the scenic midcoast region of Maine, the spring sits amid a landscape of rolling hills and iconic Maine blueberry barrens — a quintessential New England backdrop. The spring is free and open to the public 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It has historically served as a convenient water source for locals and travelers passing through the area. The water flows continuously, and visitors have reported it to be a reliable and refreshing stop along the road. ## Directions 1. Head northwest on **Route 105 (Union Road)** from the Union side. 2. Pass **Appleton Ridge Road** on your right (a riding school is located nearby as a landmark). 3. Continue along Route 105. Approximately **half a mile** past Appleton Ridge Road, you will begin to see **blueberry barrens** on your right. 4. Continue past the blueberry barrens and begin to **slow down**. 5. Look for a **slightly wider gravel shoulder** on the left side of the road. 6. The spring is visible from the road, located just **a few yards off the pavement** on the left. It is the concrete cylinder with a wooden lid. **GPS Coordinates:** 44.284266, -69.258063 *Tip: The nearest address for navigation purposes is 182 Union Road, Union, ME 04862.* ## What to Expect Appleton Ridge Spring is a simple, no-frills roadside spring — easy to access directly from your vehicle. The spring is housed in a **concrete cylinder with a wooden lid**, and the water flows continuously regardless of season. There is a slightly wider gravel shoulder along Route 105 that provides a safe place to pull over. The surrounding landscape is classic rural Maine: quiet country roads, open fields, and stretches of **lowbush blueberry barrens** that turn vivid shades of red and orange in autumn. In summer, the barrens are lush and green, making this a particularly pleasant stop during a scenic drive through Knox County. Because the spring sits just a few yards from the road, it is fully accessible without any hiking or special equipment. There are no facilities, signage, or amenities at the site — just the spring itself. Visitors typically bring their own containers to collect water. As with any natural spring, water quality can vary over time, and the water has not been independently tested or certified as potable to our knowledge.