Parry Spring, Dousman, WI

## Overview Parry Spring is a free-flowing public drinking spring located along Parry Road near Dousman in Waukesha County, Wisconsin. The water emerges from a pipe, believed to be fed by a deep underground aquifer — consistent with the geology of southeastern Wisconsin, where glacial deposits overlay deep bedrock aquifers of Silurian dolomite and Cambrian sandstone. Waukesha County has long been known for its abundant natural springs, many of which have served as community water sources for well over a century. The spring flows year-round at a reported rate of approximately 6.4 gallons per minute, making it a steady and reliable source. It is accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year — a welcome resource for locals and visitors who have historically used it to fill jugs and bottles. Visitors have reported the water tastes clean and fresh, though as with any natural spring, water quality can vary and has not been independently verified here. ## Directions Parry Spring is located at approximately **S22W 35206 Parry Road, Oconomowoc, WI 53066**, on the north side of Parry Road east of Dousman. **From I-94:** 1. Take **Exit 282** for **WI-67** and head south toward Dousman. 2. Continue on WI-67 until you reach **Parry Road** — look for the Dousman water tower as a landmark near the turn. 3. Turn **east** (left) onto **Parry Road**. 4. Drive approximately **¾ mile** east on Parry Road. 5. The spring will be on the **right (north) side** of the road. **GPS Coordinates:** 43.002701, -88.447151 ## What to Expect Parry Spring is a simple, roadside spring — water flows steadily from a pipe, making it easy to fill containers directly. There is no elaborate setup or park infrastructure; this is a utilitarian community spring that locals have relied on for convenient access to natural groundwater. The spring sits along a rural stretch of Parry Road in a quiet, pastoral area of Waukesha County. Parking is informal — visitors typically pull off to the side of the road. Because the spring flows continuously and is open around the clock, you can visit at any time of year, including winter, though be mindful of icy conditions on the road and around the pipe during cold months. With a flow rate of roughly 6.4 gallons per minute, filling large jugs doesn't take long. Bring your own containers — there are no cups or facilities on-site. The area is not heavily trafficked, so it's generally a peaceful stop.