Nacimientos Champote, Chiquimulilla, Santa Rosa, Guatemala, C.A.

## Overview Nacimientos Champote is a private artesian mineral water spring located near the town of Chiquimulilla in the department of Santa Rosa, Guatemala. Situated at approximately 14.083°N, 90.376°W, this spring rises in the warm lowlands of Guatemala's Pacific slope — a region shaped by volcanic geology that often imparts distinctive mineral content to groundwater sources. The name "Nacimientos" (meaning "springs" or "birthplaces of water" in Spanish) reflects the traditional Central American way of referring to natural water sources that emerge from the earth. Chiquimulilla and the surrounding Santa Rosa department are known for their rich volcanic soils and abundant underground water systems fed by rainfall filtering through layers of volcanic rock. This geological setting is what gives rise to the artesian pressure that pushes the water naturally to the surface without the need for pumping. As a private drinking spring, Nacimientos Champote has historically been used as a source of drinking water by local residents. The water has been reported to carry mineral qualities characteristic of the region's volcanic aquifers, though no specific water quality analysis data is currently available for this site. ## Directions 1. From Guatemala City, head southeast on CA-1 (Carretera Interamericana) toward Cuilapa, the capital of the Santa Rosa department. 2. From Cuilapa, continue south on the road toward Chiquimulilla (approximately 30 km). 3. Upon reaching the Chiquimulilla area, navigate to the GPS coordinates **14.083151, -90.3756268** to locate Nacimientos Champote. 4. As this is a private spring, access may require permission from the landowner. It is advisable to ask locally in Chiquimulilla for specific guidance on reaching the spring and for current access conditions. *Note: Road conditions in rural Santa Rosa can vary, especially during the rainy season (May–October). A vehicle with good clearance is recommended for the final approach.* ## What to Expect Nacimientos Champote is an artesian spring, meaning the water flows to the surface under natural pressure from underground aquifers — a hallmark of the volcanic geology found throughout Guatemala's southern lowlands. Visitors can expect to find water emerging steadily from the ground in a lush, tropical setting typical of the Chiquimulilla area. Because this is a private spring, conditions and accessibility depend on the landowner. It is best to inquire locally before visiting. The surrounding landscape of Santa Rosa features green hillsides, tropical vegetation, and a warm climate year-round, with temperatures often ranging from 25°C to 35°C (77°F to 95°F) at this elevation. The rainy season (May through October) can affect road access but also tends to increase water flow at natural springs in the region. The dry season (November through April) generally offers easier access and more predictable conditions for a visit.