Barkeyville Run, Barkeyville, PA

## Overview Barkeyville Run is a seepage spring located along Pittsburgh Road (Route 8) near the small community of Barkeyville in Venango County, Pennsylvania — just about a mile from Interstate 80. The spring drains for a short distance through a mixed healthy forest featuring young elm and hemlock trees before being collected in a small spring box at ground level. From there, a double-spouted PVC pipe delivers the water at a steady, continuous flow, making it easy to fill jugs and containers quickly. Barkeyville Run sits in the rolling, wooded terrain of northwestern Pennsylvania, a region underlain by Paleozoic sedimentary rock — primarily sandstone and shale — that naturally filters groundwater through layers of ancient strata. The surrounding forest of elm and hemlock suggests a well-shaded, cool microenvironment that helps keep the spring water at a refreshingly low temperature year-round. Visitors have historically used this spring as a drinking water source, and the consistent flow suggests a reliable aquifer feeding it. ## Directions 1. From **Interstate 80**, take the **Barkeyville exit** (Exit 29) onto **Route 8 South** (Pittsburgh Road). 2. Head south on Pittsburgh Road. The spring is located approximately **1 mile** from I-80. 3. Watch for the spring setup on the side of the road — a small spring box with a double-spouted PVC pipe. 4. Parking is not formally marked, but there is ample space to pull off the road safely near the spring. **GPS Coordinates:** 41.185242, -79.976868 ## What to Expect Barkeyville Run is a convenient, roadside spring that's easy to access year-round. The spring box and double-spouted PVC pipe are set up for practical use — you can fill two containers simultaneously, and the flow rate is strong enough to make the stop a quick one. The surrounding forest is lush and quiet, with young elm and hemlock trees providing shade and a pleasant woodland atmosphere. The area is well-maintained by the natural drainage of the spring, which keeps the immediate surroundings green and healthy. The spring is reported to be open at all times, with no gates or restricted hours. Because it sits right along Pittsburgh Road, access is straightforward in all seasons, though winter visitors should be mindful of icy conditions on the road shoulder. There are no restroom facilities or other amenities at the site — this is a simple, no-frills natural spring stop. Its proximity to I-80 makes Barkeyville Run a popular water-collection point for travelers passing through northwestern Pennsylvania. If you're heading through the area, it's well worth the brief detour to fill up.