Black Rock Spring, Green Oaks, PA

## Overview Black Rock Spring is a roadside public drinking spring located along Route 62 in the Green Oaks area of Venango County, Pennsylvania — roughly halfway between Oil City and Tionesta. The spring flows down through an old-growth forest of hemlock, beech, and pine before reaching a concrete springhouse equipped with rubber tubing for easy filling. The surrounding woodland setting makes this a scenic and peaceful stop along an otherwise busy highway corridor. This stretch of northwestern Pennsylvania sits within the Allegheny Plateau, a region rich in natural springs fed by rainfall filtering through layers of sandstone and shale. The area's deep forests and clean watersheds have sustained spring-fed water sources for centuries, and Black Rock Spring has historically been used as a drinking water source by locals and travelers alike. Visitors have reported the water tastes clean and cold, though water quality can vary with seasonal conditions. The spring is open 24 hours a day, year-round, making it a convenient stop for anyone passing through the region. ## Directions 1. **From Tionesta:** Head southwest on **Route 62** toward Oil City. 2. Continue approximately **10 miles** along Route 62. 3. Pass through **President Village** and continue about **2 more miles** southwest. 4. Watch for the spring on the side of the road — it is located in the **Green Oaks / Eagle Rock area**, roughly halfway between Oil City and Tionesta. **GPS Coordinates:** 41.440586, -79.58728 ## What to Expect Black Rock Spring features a concrete springhouse with rubber tubing, designed for easy water collection. The filling area is accessed via a short path and a metal grate, so the setup is straightforward even if you're carrying multiple jugs. The spring flows continuously and is accessible directly from Route 62, so no significant hiking is required. The surrounding forest of old hemlock, beech, and pine trees gives the area a quiet, shaded atmosphere — a welcome contrast to the road. The canopy keeps the spring area cool even during summer months. In winter, be mindful of icy conditions on the path and grate. There is no formal parking lot, so visitors typically pull off to the side of Route 62. Use caution when stopping, as the road can carry steady traffic between Oil City and Tionesta. The spring is a popular local stop, so you may encounter other visitors filling containers.