Bear Wallow Spring

## Overview Bear Wallow Spring is a public drinking spring located in the Bear Wallow area of Bennington, Vermont. Nestled in the rolling hills of southwestern Vermont, this spring sits within the Green Mountain region — an area shaped by ancient metamorphic bedrock and glacial activity that has given rise to numerous natural springs throughout the state. Bennington itself is one of Vermont's most historically significant towns, known for the Battle of Bennington during the American Revolution and its charming New England character. Vermont has a long tradition of roadside and community springs, many of which have been used by locals for generations as sources of fresh water. Bear Wallow Spring carries on that tradition in the hills outside of town. While no formal water quality testing data is currently available for this spring, it has historically been regarded as a public drinking water source by the local community. ## Directions 1. From downtown Bennington, VT, head toward the Bear Wallow area on the outskirts of town. 2. Use the GPS coordinates **42.9181345, -73.1484396** for precise navigation — input these into Google Maps or a GPS device for the most accurate route. 3. The spring is located near Bear Wallow, Bennington, VT 05201. *Note: Specific turn-by-turn directions beyond GPS coordinates are not currently available. If you visit, consider sharing detailed route notes to help future visitors.* ## What to Expect Bear Wallow Spring is situated in a rural area of Bennington at an elevation typical of Vermont's southwestern foothills. The surrounding landscape features mixed hardwood and conifer forests characteristic of the Green Mountain region, making for a scenic visit — especially during fall foliage season when the area is ablaze with color. As with many Vermont roadside springs, visitors should be aware that water conditions can change seasonally. Spring snowmelt and heavy rains may affect flow rates and clarity. No formal infrastructure or amenities have been reported at this location, so plan accordingly. The area can be muddy during wet seasons, and winter conditions may make access more challenging. Because no recent water quality data is publicly available for Bear Wallow Spring, visitors should be aware that the water has not been verified as safe for consumption by any known testing authority. While it has been listed as a public drinking spring, water quality at natural springs can vary over time due to environmental factors.