Maslowski Park Spring, Ashland, Wisconsin

## Overview Maslowski Park Spring — also known as Prentice Spring — is a public drinking spring located on the shores of Lake Superior at the western edge of Ashland, Wisconsin. Housed within a small wooden spring house at the eastern end of the Maslowski Park parking area, this spring has been a beloved local water source for many years. The city of Ashland captured the spring long ago for public use, and it continues to flow freely for visitors and residents alike. The spring delivers water through a pipe inside the wooden structure. You can fill your bottles directly from the flowing pipe, or place your hand over the spout and drink "fountain-style" from the small hole in the top. The water has historically been used as a drinking water source by the local community, and visitors have long reported that it tastes clean and refreshing. Maslowski Park itself is a scenic lakefront park stretching along the southern shore of Lake Superior, making the spring an easy and rewarding stop for anyone traveling through the Ashland area on US Highway 2. The park offers beautiful views of the lake and is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week — so the spring is accessible at any time. ## Directions 1. From downtown Ashland, head west on **US Highway 2**. 2. Continue along Highway 2 toward the western edge of Ashland. 3. Watch for **Maslowski Park** on the north side of the highway, running alongside the Lake Superior shoreline. 4. Turn into the park and drive to the **eastern end of the parking lot**. 5. Look for the small **wooden spring house** — the spring pipe is located inside. The park address is **2524 Lake Shore Dr W, Ashland, WI 54806**. GPS coordinates: **46.582226, -90.917358**. ## What to Expect When you arrive at Maslowski Park, you'll find the spring house easily — it's a modest wooden structure sitting at the eastern edge of the parking area. The water flows continuously from a pipe, and the setup is simple and straightforward: bring your own bottles to fill up, or drink directly from the spout. The park is situated right on the Lake Superior shoreline, so expect gorgeous water views and cool lake breezes, especially during warmer months. The area is well-maintained and publicly accessible around the clock, making it a convenient stop whether you're passing through on Highway 2 or spending time exploring the Chequamegon Bay region. Seasonal visitors should note that Wisconsin winters can be harsh — while the spring may flow year-round, icy conditions could make access more challenging during the coldest months. Summer and fall are ideal times to visit, when the park is at its most inviting and the Lake Superior scenery is spectacular.