Fred Moore Spring, Huntersville, WV

## Overview Fred Moore Spring is a privately maintained public drinking spring located along West Virginia Route 39, just east of the small community of Huntersville in Pocahontas County. The spring delivers water through a steel pipe set among flat rocks, making it easy for visitors to fill jugs, bottles, and other containers right from the ground. Visitors have reported that the water tastes exceptionally clean with no off-flavors, and the spring has long been used as a drinking water source by locals and travelers passing through the area. The spring sits in a scenic stretch of the Greenbrier River valley, surrounded by rolling farmland, large ponds, and the rugged ridgelines that define this part of the Allegheny Highlands. Just a few hundred meters to the east, the striking geological formation known as the Devil's Backbone is visible from the road — a narrow, fin-like ridge that has become a well-known local landmark. The combination of the spring, the pastoral landscape, and the dramatic geology makes this a worthwhile stop for anyone exploring Pocahontas County. ## Directions 1. **From Marlinton (heading west):** Travel west on WV Route 39 toward Huntersville. The spring is located at approximately 7038 Huntersville Road (WV Route 39), between Marlinton and Huntersville. 2. **Watch for large farm ponds and open fields on your right (north side of the road).** The spring is directly across the road from the pond, on the south side. 3. **From Virginia (heading east to west):** As you approach on Route 39, look for the Devil's Backbone — a dramatic narrow ridge formation visible from the road on your right shortly after crossing a bridge. The spring is just a few hundred meters past this landmark. 4. **Parking:** A large pull-off area is available along the road near the spring. No special vehicle access is needed. **GPS Coordinates:** 38.184059, -80.008385 ## What to Expect Fred Moore Spring flows year-round through a steel pipe, and the surrounding flat rocks create a natural platform that makes filling containers straightforward. The spring is privately maintained but open for public use — please treat the area with respect and leave it as you found it. The setting is quintessential rural West Virginia: green pastures, farm ponds, and forested ridges in every direction. The Devil's Backbone, a narrow and visually striking rock ridge, is just a short distance east and well worth a look if you're already stopped at the spring. It's visible from the road and makes for a memorable photo opportunity. There are no restroom facilities or other amenities at the spring itself. The nearest town services can be found in Marlinton to the east or Huntersville to the west. The area is accessible year-round by paved road, though winter conditions on Route 39 can occasionally be challenging — check road conditions if traveling during colder months.