Mineral Springs Crescent

## Overview Mineral Springs Crescent is a public drinking spring located in the mineral springs region northwest of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. This area — centred around towns like Daylesford and Hepburn Springs — sits atop one of the richest concentrations of mineral springs in Australia, and Mineral Springs Crescent draws from that same geological heritage. The spring water in this region is naturally rich in silica, magnesium, and calcium, minerals that have long been associated with various health benefits. Local tradition holds that the mineral-rich waters may help with skin conditions such as acne, as well as joint ailments like arthritis. While these claims are rooted in decades of folk use rather than clinical trials, the area's mineral springs have attracted visitors seeking their reputed healing properties since the 19th century gold rush era, when European settlers first began tapping the region's abundant groundwater. The GPS coordinates place this spring near the town of Kyneton in the Macedon Ranges, a scenic area of central Victoria known for its rolling countryside, cool-climate vineyards, and historic townships. Visitors to the region often combine a spring visit with exploration of the broader mineral springs trail that links numerous public springs across the area. ## What to Expect Mineral Springs Crescent is a publicly accessible drinking spring. The water has historically been used as a drinking water source by locals and visitors alike, and the mineral content — particularly the silica, magnesium, and calcium — gives it a distinctive taste compared to standard tap water. The surrounding region northwest of Melbourne is home to a network of mineral springs, many of which feature hand pumps or spouts for public use. Visitors typically bring their own bottles or containers to fill. The area is generally accessible year-round, though water flow at natural springs can vary with seasonal rainfall. The approximate GPS coordinates for the spring are **-37.31737, 144.1383**. As with many of the region's mineral springs, the site may be modestly signed — keep an eye out for local signage or council markers indicating the spring location along Mineral Springs Crescent.