About This Spring
## Overview This natural spring in New Castle, PA, provides a source of fresh water known for its clarity and purity. The spring is situated behind a cottage, and it is unclear whether it is publicly accessible or on private property. If it is private, there may be restrictions on the amount of water you can harvest, and you may need to pay per gallon. **Please ask permission first** before collecting spring water in your containers. If the spring is public, you are free to fetch as many gallons as you'd like. The spring is located in a rural area off-road in Lawrence County, at the coordinates 40.991642377286, -80.266983621008. The nearest address is 2441 Frew Mill Rd, New Castle, PA 16101, USA. ## Directions **From Mahoningtown:** Join Route 422 in Taylor Township and continue straight for 5.3 miles towards Shenango Township. Take a left turn onto the road next to the Sport Zone Academy. Continue straight on Old State Road until you reach an intersection. From the intersection, take a right turn onto Frew Mill Road, and you will find the spring on your left. The spring is not visible from the road — park your car and walk towards the spring to fetch water. **From Rose Point:** Join the Benjamin Franklin Highway (Route 422) and drive straight for 4.2 miles toward the west, where you will reach an intersection. Take a right turn onto Old State Road, and you will join Frew Mill Road, where you can find the spring on your left. ## What to Expect With few human settlements in the area, the spring is set on plain land in a quiet, rural setting. The premises around the spring are clean and tidy. It is best to make your visit before sunset. The spring is not visible from the road, so be prepared for a short walk from where you park.
Getting There
Address
2441, Frew Mill Rd, New Castle, PA 16101, US
GPS Coordinates
40.991642, -80.266984
Directions
Community SubmittedDirections **From Mahoningtown:** Join Route 422 in Taylor Township and continue straight for 5.3 miles towards Shenango Township. Take a left turn onto the road next to the Sport Zone Academy. Continue straight on Old State Road until you reach an intersection. From the intersection, take a right turn onto Frew Mill Road, and you will find the spring on your left. The spring is not visible from the road — park your car and walk towards the spring to fetch water.
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Tips
Bring empty jugs or bottles to fill up.
Accessible by road — pull off carefully.
Parking available nearby.
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.