Horner Road Spring, Magnetawan, Ontario, Canada

## Overview Horner Road Spring is a public drinking spring located near the small community of Magnetawan in Ontario's Parry Sound District. Nestled along a quiet dead-end road off Highway 520, this roadside spring has been a valued local water source for area residents and travelers passing through the region. A bacterial analysis conducted on March 20, 2011 by Mo Rosati returned results of **zero Total Coliform** and **zero E. coli per 100 mL**, suggesting the water was of high quality at the time of testing. While these results are encouraging, water quality can change over time due to seasonal conditions, weather events, and other environmental factors, so visitors should be aware that current conditions may differ. The spring is accessible year-round, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and is marked by a billboard sign advertising its presence — making it relatively easy to spot once you're on the right road. ## Directions 1. From **Highway 520**, locate the intersection with **Horner Road** (near the address 3588 Highway 520, Magnetawan). 2. Turn left onto **Horner Road**. You will see a **"No Exit"** sign at the entrance to the road. 3. Follow Horner Road for approximately **1 km**. 4. The spring will appear on the **left side** of the road, marked by a **billboard sign** advertising the spring. **Note:** Some online mapping services may list the road as "Homer Rd," but the actual road signs read **Horner Rd**. Use the GPS coordinates **45.665947, -79.596375** for navigation if your mapping app has trouble finding the correct road name. ## What to Expect Horner Road Spring is a straightforward, no-frills roadside spring. The road is a quiet dead-end lane, so traffic is minimal and you can pull over easily to fill containers. The billboard near the spring makes it hard to miss once you're on Horner Road. The surrounding area is typical of Ontario's near-north landscape — mixed forest, rolling terrain, and a peaceful rural atmosphere. Magnetawan itself is a charming small village along the Magnetawan River, so a visit to the spring can be combined with exploring the local area. Since the spring is open around the clock with no gates or restricted hours, it's convenient for early-morning or late-evening stops. Bring your own containers for collecting water. The road is accessible by car year-round, though winter visitors should be prepared for typical northern Ontario road conditions, including snow and ice on the smaller side road.