Piddlin' Tree, Rosswood, BC, V8G 4R6

## Overview The Piddlin' Tree is a beloved natural spring and local landmark in the small community of Rosswood, British Columbia, located approximately 50 kilometers north of Terrace along the Nisga'a Highway. The spring's quirky name dates back to a joke from the 1970s, and the name has stuck ever since — becoming part of the area's local lore and identity. What makes the Piddlin' Tree so distinctive is its unusual setup: a pipe runs from a natural spring a few feet away up through a large cottonwood tree, concealed within the tree's thick bark. Water emerges from the top of the tree, creating the whimsical illusion that the tree itself is the source. Since the 1970s, this spring has served as the primary water source for the Rosswood community. The water from the Piddlin' Tree has long been considered exceptionally good-tasting by locals and visitors alike. Many people reportedly make the 50-kilometer drive from Terrace specifically to fill up five-gallon buckets, a testament to the spring's reputation for quality. While the water has historically been used as a drinking water source by the Rosswood community, visitors should be aware that it is an untreated natural spring. ## Directions 1. From Terrace, BC, head north on Highway 113 (Nisga'a Highway) toward Rosswood. 2. Continue approximately 50 kilometers along the highway into the Rosswood area. 3. Look for the large cottonwood tree with the distinctive pipe — the Piddlin' Tree is a well-known local landmark near the GPS coordinates 54.828187, -128.781835. 4. If in doubt, ask any Rosswood local — everyone in the community knows the Piddlin' Tree. ## What to Expect Visitors will find a large cottonwood tree with water flowing from a pipe cleverly hidden within the tree's thick bark. The pipe connects to a natural spring located just a few feet from the base of the tree. The setup is both functional and charming — a piece of rural British Columbia ingenuity that has served the community for decades. The surrounding area reflects the rugged beauty of northern BC, with dense forests and the quiet atmosphere of the small Rosswood community. The spring flows year-round, though conditions may vary seasonally — winter visitors should be prepared for snow and cold temperatures typical of the region. Bring your own containers if you plan to collect water. Five-gallon buckets or large jugs are common choices among the regulars who make the trip from Terrace. The site is publicly accessible and has been a gathering point and water source for the Rosswood community since the 1970s.