Echo Hills Springs Drinking Water (Paid Usage), Hemet, CA 92343

## Overview Echo Hills Springs is a coin-operated, drive-up natural spring water filling station located along South State Street in Hemet, California, in Riverside County. Drawing from a natural underground spring source, the water is minimally treated — filtered through sediment filters and purified with ultraviolet (UV) light — to preserve its natural, refreshing taste without the use of chemical additives. The spring source itself is secured behind a private access road, protecting the water from contamination and external degrading factors. The filling station operates 24 hours a day, making it a convenient stop for locals and travelers alike who prefer natural spring water over municipal tap water. As of 2016, the coin-operated system charged approximately $2 for 2 minutes of tap time, which was enough to fill roughly 8 gallons. However, pricing has been known to change over the years, so visitors should come prepared with a range of coins or check for updated signage on-site. Visitors have long praised the water for its cool, clean taste. Many regulars prefer to visit early in the morning, when the water tends to be noticeably cooler. During the hot summer months, the water temperature can rise slightly as the above-ground infrastructure absorbs solar heat throughout the day. ## Directions Echo Hills Springs is easily accessible by car. The filling station is located at approximately **1690 S State St, Hemet, CA 92543** (GPS: 33.71914, -116.97079). Look for the drive-up filling station on the right (west) side of South State Street. **Coming from the Western Science Center (approximately 2.8 miles):** 1. Head south on Searl Parkway toward Angler Avenue for about 0.1 miles. 2. Make a U-turn at Angler Avenue and continue for approximately 0.4 miles. 3. Turn right onto Domenigoni Parkway. 4. Drive for about 1.3 miles. 5. Use the left two lanes to turn left onto South State Street (S State St). 6. Continue south on S State Street for approximately 1.1 miles. 7. The Echo Hills Springs filling station will be on your right. Since this is a drive-up station, you can pull your vehicle right up to the tap and fill your containers without needing to hike or walk any distance. ## What to Expect Echo Hills Springs is a no-frills, self-service water filling station designed for convenience. There is no need to leave your car — simply drive up to the tap, insert your coins, and begin filling your jugs, bottles, or other containers. The water flow is reasonably fast, allowing you to fill approximately 8 gallons within a standard 2-minute session. The station is open around the clock, so you can stop by at any time of day or night. That said, early morning visits are popular among regulars who want the coolest water possible. In the summer heat of the Inland Empire, water dispensed later in the day may feel slightly warm due to solar heating of the pipes and infrastructure. Bring your own containers — the station does not sell jugs or bottles on-site. It's also a good idea to bring extra coins, as the system is coin-operated and pricing may have changed since the last reported rate of $2 per 2-minute fill. The surrounding area along South State Street is a straightforward commercial corridor, so the station is easy to spot and access from the road.