Fountain of Youth

## Overview The Fountain of Youth is a private natural spring located along Township Highway 47 (Corwin Road) near Waynesville in Warren County, Ohio. For years, the property owner generously tapped into the spring and offered the water free of charge to anyone who stopped by, earning it a devoted following among local spring water enthusiasts. Visitors have described the water as some of the best they've ever tasted — cold, clean, and refreshing. The spring was set up with a PVC pipe connected to a garden hose at the corner where Corwin Road meets the owner's driveway, flowing continuously at a strong rate around the clock. A donation drop box was placed nearby, and the owner welcomed visitors at any hour to fill as many containers as they wished. **⚠️ Important Update:** It has been reported that the property owner has closed the spring and disconnected the hose. A sign now reads "Private Property." As of the last known report, the spring is **no longer accessible to the public**. Please respect the owner's wishes and do not trespass. If you have recent information about whether the spring has reopened, consider sharing an update so fellow visitors stay informed. ## Directions 1. Head to the area of **5112 Township Highway 47 (Corwin Road)** in Waynesville, Ohio (GPS: 39.504735, -84.097464). 2. The spring is located at the **corner where Corwin Road meets the property owner's driveway**. 3. If approaching on foot, the **Little Miami Scenic Trail** runs parallel to Corwin Road and features a paved asphalt pathway. Simply cross Corwin Road from the trail — the spring setup was previously visible from the road. 4. **Note:** Since the spring has been reported as closed, please verify its status before making a special trip. ## What to Expect The Fountain of Youth sits in a rural stretch of Warren County, just off Corwin Road near the charming village of Waynesville — often called the "Antiques Capital of the Midwest." The surrounding area is scenic and peaceful, with the Little Miami Scenic Trail offering miles of paved pathway popular with cyclists, joggers, and walkers. The trail follows the route of the Little Miami River, a state and national scenic river, making this a pleasant area to explore even beyond the spring itself. When the spring was active, the water flowed from a PVC pipe at a high volume 24 hours a day. Visitors historically reported the water to be exceptionally clean-tasting and refreshing, though no official water quality testing data is publicly available. The property owner's home is immediately adjacent to the spring, so visitors were always reminded to be respectful of the private property. Given the reported closure, anyone visiting the area should **not** approach the property without confirmation that the spring has been reopened. The Little Miami Scenic Trail remains a wonderful reason to visit the area regardless, and Waynesville itself offers antique shops, restaurants, and local history worth exploring.