Crystal Springs, Scroggins, TX

## Overview Crystal Springs is a natural spring located near Scroggins in Franklin County, Texas. Set within a charming rock wall enclosure, the spring features natural pools and a well structure that has been built up around the water source. The spring is open to the public 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, making it a convenient stop for travelers and water enthusiasts alike. The spring flows through a faucet as well as naturally into pools. Visitors have historically used this spring as a drinking water source, and the rock wall setting gives it a picturesque, old-fashioned character that hints at a long history of community use in this part of East Texas. ## Directions 1. Head to **Texas Highway 37** near **Scroggins, TX 75480** as your starting reference point. 2. Continue **south on I-30** for approximately **6.5 miles**. 3. Watch for **Purley Gate Farm Road** on your **right** as you pass through the area. 4. Look for a **sign indicating a picnic area** — the spring is located at or near this picnic stop. 5. **GPS Coordinates:** 33.072037, −95.26796 (33° 4′ 19.33″ N, 95° 16′ 4.66″ W) *Note: The directions above are based on the original user submission. Using GPS navigation to the coordinates above is recommended, as rural road signage in this area can be sparse.* ## What to Expect Upon arrival, you'll find the spring housed within a **rock wall enclosure** with natural pools and a well structure. Water flows from a **faucet** as well as from the pools themselves. For the clearest water with the least sediment, it is recommended to fill containers from the faucet or from the top layer of the flowing water rather than from the bottom of the pools, where sediment can accumulate. The area includes a **picnic spot**, making it a pleasant place to rest and enjoy the surroundings. The spring is situated in the rolling countryside of Franklin County, a quiet and rural part of East Texas. There are no posted hours or access restrictions — the spring is reported to be accessible around the clock. Visitors have reported that the water from Crystal Springs has been used as a drinking water source, though water quality can vary with weather and seasonal conditions. The setting is peaceful and well-suited for a quick stop or a leisurely visit.