About This Spring
## Overview Cherryville Spring is a beloved public drinking water source located along Highway 6 in the small community of Cherryville, British Columbia, Canada. Nestled in the Monashee Mountain corridor of the North Okanagan region, this natural spring flows freely from the earth year-round, offering visitors a convenient roadside stop to fill up on fresh spring water. The spring has long been used by locals and travelers passing through Cherryville as a reliable water source. Visitors have consistently reported that the water tastes clean and refreshing. However, the water has not been formally tested for purity, so anyone choosing to drink from it does so at their own discretion. The spring is open every day and is free to access, making it a popular stop for road-trippers, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts exploring the Cherryville area and the scenic Highway 6 corridor between Vernon and Nakusp. ## Directions 1. Travel along **Highway 6** heading through Cherryville, BC. 2. Pass the **Gold Panner Campground** on your route. 3. Shortly after, the road enters a **steep curve** — slow down to approximately 30 mph (50 km/h). 4. After the curve, watch for a **minor right bend** in the road. 5. Just past this bend, look for a **pullout on the right side** of the highway. 6. You'll see a **fence and a trough** with running spring water — that's the spring. 7. If you reach **Fiddlesticks Campground**, you've gone too far. Turn around and head back. **GPS Coordinates:** 50.184169, -118.544347 ## What to Expect Cherryville Spring is a convenient, roadside natural spring with easy access directly off Highway 6. The water flows continuously through a trough set up behind a fence, making it simple to fill bottles, jugs, or other containers. There is ample parking at the pullout, so you won't have trouble finding a spot even if other visitors are there. The surrounding area reflects the rugged beauty of the Monashee Mountains, with dense forests and the peaceful atmosphere of rural British Columbia. The spring makes an ideal rest stop if you're traveling the Highway 6 corridor — whether you're headed to nearby campgrounds like Gold Panner or Fiddlesticks, exploring Sugar Lake, or making the scenic drive between Vernon and Nakusp. The spring flows year-round, though winter visitors should be prepared for potentially icy road conditions along Highway 6. There is no fee to access the spring, and there are no posted hours — it's available around the clock.
Getting There
Address
, , Cherryville, BC V0E, CA
GPS Coordinates
50.184169, -118.544347
Directions
Community SubmittedDirections 1. Travel along **Highway 6** heading through Cherryville, BC. 2. Pass the **Gold Panner Campground** on your route. 3. Shortly after, the road enters a **steep curve** — slow down to approximately 30 mph (50 km/h). 4. After the curve, watch for a **minor right bend** in the road. 5. Just past this bend, look for a **pullout on the right side** of the highway. 6. You'll see a **fence and a trough** with running spring water — that's the spring. 7. If you reach **Fiddlesticks Campground**, you've gone too far. Turn around and head back.
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Tips
Bring empty jugs or bottles to fill up.
Accessible by road — pull off carefully.
Parking available nearby.
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.