East Presque Isle Road Spring

## Overview East Presque Isle Road Spring is a public drinking spring located in the rural northern reaches of Aroostook County, Maine, near the town of Presque Isle. Situated at approximately 46.788°N, 67.958°W, this roadside spring sits within Maine's northernmost agricultural region — an area known for its potato farms, rolling hills, and clean groundwater fed by the region's glacially deposited aquifers. Aroostook County is home to numerous natural springs that have historically served as reliable water sources for local communities, farmers, and travelers. The bedrock geology of this part of Maine consists largely of Paleozoic sedimentary and volcanic formations overlain by thick glacial till, which naturally filters groundwater and feeds springs like this one. Visitors have historically used roadside springs in this area as sources of fresh drinking water, though water quality can vary seasonally and no official testing data is currently available for this particular spring. ## Directions 1. From the center of **Presque Isle, Maine**, head north on **US Route 1** toward Caribou. 2. Turn onto **East Presque Isle Road** heading east. 3. Follow East Presque Isle Road and watch for the spring along the roadside. The GPS coordinates (46.7878, -67.9583) can be entered into a navigation app for precise guidance. 4. The spring is located along the road itself, so parking should be available on the shoulder. Look for any visible pipe, spout, or flow of water near the road. *Note: These directions are approximate and based on the GPS coordinates provided. Road conditions in northern Maine can be affected by seasonal weather, particularly during spring thaw and winter months.* ## What to Expect East Presque Isle Road Spring is a roadside spring typical of rural Aroostook County. Visitors should expect a modest, accessible water source along a quiet country road surrounded by the open farmland and mixed forests characteristic of northern Maine. The area experiences long, cold winters and short, pleasant summers. Spring flow may vary with the seasons — groundwater-fed springs in this region tend to run strongest during late spring and early summer as snowmelt recharges the aquifer. During the coldest months, there is a possibility the spring could freeze or slow significantly. While this spring has been used as a public drinking water source, visitors should be aware that no official water quality testing results are currently on record. As with any untreated natural water source, conditions can change over time. The water has been reported by locals to be a reliable and refreshing stop, consistent with the reputation of Aroostook County's clean groundwater. The surrounding landscape offers scenic views of Maine's northern countryside — wide-open potato fields, birch and spruce forests, and big skies that make the drive out to this spring a pleasant experience in its own right.