Cuney-Frankston Spring, Frankston, Texas

## Overview Cuney-Frankston Spring is a natural spring located along U.S. Highway 175 between the small towns of Frankston and Cuney in Anderson County, Texas. Popularly known simply as "Natural Spring" by locals and visitors alike, this roadside water source has become a well-known stop for those traveling through East Texas. The spring flows from a black pipe at a steady, decent rate, making it easy to fill jugs and containers. The water has a distinctly different taste from municipal tap water, which many visitors find appealing. However, it has been noted to have a high mineral content, and no laboratory tests have been conducted to confirm its purity or safety. Those unaccustomed to drinking raw spring water should exercise caution. The spring sits near the Neches River in a lightly wooded area, giving it a quiet, secluded feel that adds to its charm as a natural water source in the East Texas Piney Woods region. ## Directions The spring is located on U.S. Highway 175 between Frankston and Cuney, just west of the Neches River. The more precise GPS coordinates reported by visitors are **32.040939, -95.439874**. **Coming from Frankston (heading east):** 1. Drive east on U.S. Highway 175 for several miles. 2. Pass the Baptist Church on your right. 3. The spring will be on the right side of the road a short distance ahead, just before you reach the Neches River. 4. If you cross the Neches River, you've gone slightly too far — turn around. **Coming from Cuney (heading west):** 1. Head west on U.S. Highway 175. 2. Cross the Neches River. 3. The spring will appear on your right shortly after the river crossing. 4. If you reach the Baptist Church on your left, you've passed it — turn around. ## What to Expect The spring is open to the public 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and there is no fee or limit on how much water you can collect. Water flows continuously from a black pipe, so no pumping or effort is required. The spring is set slightly back into the woods off the highway. There is ample space to park near the spring, but be sure to pull completely off the road — this is an active highway with fast-moving traffic. Do not stop in the travel lanes. Because the area is remote and unlit, visiting after dark is not recommended, especially alone. If you do visit at night, bring a flashlight or headlamp, as there is no artificial lighting whatsoever. During the day, the wooded surroundings and proximity to the Neches River make for a pleasant, peaceful stop. The water has been described by visitors as good-tasting with a noticeable mineral character, though it has not been independently tested for water quality. As with any untreated natural water source, visitors should be aware that raw spring water may contain contaminants not detectable by taste or smell.