
About This Spring
## Overview The MLK Blvd. Spring is a natural hillside spring located along Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Little Rock, Arkansas. Situated in Pulaski County, this public drinking spring channels water from the top of a hill down through a natural rock formation, offering visitors a convenient spot to collect fresh spring water in the heart of the city. The spring flows swiftly from the hillside into a small rock-walled basin approximately three feet tall. A PVC pipe is visible through the back wall of the rock formation near the base of the hill, positioned about two feet below the floor level. This pipe provides a steady, directed flow that makes it easy to fill large containers. The water has historically been used by local residents as a drinking water source, though water quality can vary and has not been independently verified. ## Directions 1. Head to **Martin Luther King Jr. Drive (MLK Blvd.)** in Little Rock, AR. 2. Look for the spring near the **3012 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive**, on the hillside. 3. The spring is visible from the road — watch for a natural rock wall formation on the slope with water flowing down from the top of the hill. 4. GPS coordinates: **34.719198, -92.290023** — use these for precise navigation. ## What to Expect The spring presents as a swift-moving stream that cascades down a hillside into a rock-walled catch basin. The natural rock walls, roughly three feet in height, frame the water's flow and create a small, accessible collection point. At the base of the hill, a PVC pipe protrudes through the back wall of the rock formation, directing the water into a concentrated stream — ideal for filling jugs, bottles, or other large containers. The area is roadside and publicly accessible, making it one of the more convenient natural springs to visit in the Little Rock area. No significant hiking is required. Visitors should bring their own containers if they plan to collect water. The spring appears to flow year-round, though flow rates may vary with seasonal rainfall. As with any natural spring, water quality has not been officially tested or guaranteed, so visitors should use their own discretion regarding consumption.
Getting There
Address
3012, Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Little Rock, AR 72206, US
GPS Coordinates
34.719198, -92.290023
Directions
Community SubmittedDirections 1. Head to **Martin Luther King Jr. Drive (MLK Blvd.)** in Little Rock, AR. 2. Look for the spring near the **3012 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Drive**, on the hillside. 3. The spring is visible from the road — watch for a natural rock wall formation on the slope with water flowing down from the top of the hill. 4.
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Tips
Bring empty jugs or bottles to fill up.
Accessible by road — pull off carefully.
Water flows from a pipe or spout.
Safety Info
Always test or filter water from natural springs before drinking. Water quality can change seasonally.
Bring your own containers. A portable water filter like a LifeStraw is recommended.
Respect the environment. Pack out everything you bring in.