Public Drinking Spring

Bath Spring, Bath, NH

4, W Bath Rd, Bath, NH 03740, US

Bath Spring, Bath, NH
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About This Spring

## Overview Bath Spring is a public drinking spring located along West Bath Road in the small town of Bath, New Hampshire, nestled in Grafton County. This roadside spring has long served as a convenient stop for locals and travelers passing through the area, offering naturally flowing water around the clock, 365 days a year. Visitors have historically used this spring as a drinking water source, and it remains a well-known watering spot in the region. Bath itself is a charming New England town situated along the Ammonoosuc River, and the spring sits in a scenic stretch of road between Woodsville and Lisbon — a corridor rich with rural character, covered bridges, and White Mountain views. No special equipment is needed to collect water here — there is no pipe to attach or barrel to manage. Simply bring your own containers and fill up directly from the spring. ## Directions 1. **From Woodsville heading toward Littleton:** Travel north on Route 302. Approximately half a mile past the lumber mill, you will find the spring on the roadside. 2. **From Lisbon heading south toward Woodsville:** Follow Route 302 south. The spring is located approximately one mile from the bridge near Curt 'n' Rod Shop. 3. **GPS Coordinates:** 44.167397, -71.965256 — The spring is situated at or near 4 West Bath Road, Bath, NH 03740. The spring is accessible directly from the road, so no hiking or off-road travel is required. ## What to Expect Bath Spring is a simple, no-frills roadside spring — the kind of stop that New England is known for. There are no gates, restricted hours, or access fees. The spring is open 24/7, year-round, making it a reliable stop whether you're passing through on a summer road trip or a winter drive through the White Mountains region. No special tools or fittings are needed to collect water. The flow is accessible enough that you can fill bottles or jugs directly. Visitors have reported the water tastes clean and refreshing, though as with any natural spring, water quality can vary with weather and seasonal conditions. The surrounding area along Route 302 between Woodsville and Lisbon is scenic and rural, with the Ammonoosuc River nearby and the foothills of the White Mountains as a backdrop. If you're exploring the region, Bath is also home to the historic Bath Covered Bridge (one of the oldest in New Hampshire) and several other points of interest worth a stop.

Getting There

Address

4, W Bath Rd, Bath, NH 03740, US

GPS Coordinates

44.167397, -71.965256

Directions

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Directions 1. **From Woodsville heading toward Littleton:** Travel north on Route 302. Approximately half a mile past the lumber mill, you will find the spring on the roadside. 2. **From Lisbon heading south toward Woodsville:** Follow Route 302 south. The spring is located approximately one mile from the bridge near Curt 'n' Rod Shop. 3. **

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TypePublic Drinking Spring
AccessPublic

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Tips

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Bring empty jugs or bottles to fill up.

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Accessible by road — pull off carefully.

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Water flows from a pipe or spout.

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Open 24/7 — visit anytime.

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.