Privately Run Spring, Columbia, PA 17512

## Overview This privately owned natural spring in West Hempfield Township, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, is generously made available to the public free of charge. Located along Fairview Road near the town of Columbia — a historic borough situated on the banks of the Susquehanna River — the spring offers visitors a chance to collect fresh spring water in a peaceful rural setting. The spring operates daily from 8:00 AM until dusk. While access is free, a donation box is available near the house on the property, and contributions are appreciated to help maintain the site. Because this is private property, the owners have established a clear set of rules that all visitors are expected to follow (see below). ## Directions 1. Head toward Columbia, PA, located on the eastern bank of the Susquehanna River. 2. Get onto **US Route 30 (Lincoln Highway)** and drive east. 3. After a short distance, turn **left** onto **Kinderhook Road**. 4. Continue on Kinderhook Road, passing a church on your left. 5. Turn **left** onto **Fairview Road**. 6. The spring will be on your **left** a short distance ahead, after you pass two side paths on your left. 7. If you reach the **Kames Hill Road** intersection, you've gone too far — turn around and look for the spring on your right. The GPS coordinates are **40.055845, -76.501491**, and the nearest address is **4550 Fairview Road, Columbia, PA 17512**. ## What to Expect This is a well-maintained private spring on residential property. The owners take upkeep seriously, and the premises are under video surveillance. Visitors should be respectful of the property and follow all posted rules to ensure continued public access. **Rules to follow:** - **20-gallon limit** per vehicle per visit. - **No 5-gallon containers** are permitted. - **No glass containers** are allowed on the premises. - A **donation box** is located outside the house — contributions help support the spring's upkeep. - The property is **under surveillance**. Any inappropriate behavior or violation of the rules may result in a permanent ban from the site. The surrounding area of West Hempfield Township is rural and scenic, with rolling farmland typical of Lancaster County. The spring is easy to access from the road, and no significant hiking is required. Plan to visit during daylight hours, as the spring closes at dusk. Because this is a privately maintained spring with no public water testing on record, visitors should use their own discretion regarding water consumption — though many who visit have reported the water to be clean and refreshing.