Reservation Spring, Nedrow, NY 13120

## Overview Reservation Spring is a roadside public drinking spring located along Gibson Road in Nedrow, New York, within the sovereign territory of the Onondaga Nation. The Onondaga Nation, known as the "Keepers of the Fire" and the central nation of the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy, has long held deep cultural reverence for natural water sources on their land. This spring continues that tradition, offering naturally flowing water piped to the roadside for convenient access. The spring sits in Onondaga County, just south of the city of Syracuse, making it one of the more accessible natural springs in central New York State. Water flows through pipes that direct it to the edge of Gibson Road, where visitors can collect it easily. ## Directions 1. From Syracuse, head south on US Route 11A (South Salina Street) toward Nedrow. 2. In Nedrow, turn onto Gibson Road. 3. Follow Gibson Road and watch for the spring on the side of the road — look for pipes directing water toward the roadside. 4. A red fire hydrant is located to the left of the spring and serves as a helpful landmark. 5. GPS coordinates: **42.940555, -76.17405** (approximately 4896 Gibson Road, Nedrow, NY 13120). **Please note:** The spring is located within the Onondaga Nation territory. Visitors should be respectful of the land and community at all times. ## What to Expect Reservation Spring is a simple, no-frills roadside spring. Water is channeled through pipes to the edge of Gibson Road, making it easy to fill containers directly from the flow. The red fire hydrant immediately to the left of the spring pipes is the most reliable visual landmark for locating the exact spot. The area around the spring is rural and quiet, set within the Onondaga Nation. There are no formal facilities, parking lots, or signage — this is a community spring used by locals and visitors alike. Pull off to the side of Gibson Road carefully, as there is no designated parking area. Visitors have historically used this spring as a drinking water source. As with any natural spring, water quality can vary with seasonal conditions and weather events. The spring flows year-round, though flow rates may fluctuate depending on the season.