Sawyer Highway Hillside Spring, Warren, NH 03279

## Overview The Sawyer Highway Hillside Spring is a roadside public drinking spring nestled along the scenic corridor of NH Route 118 (Sawyer Highway) in Warren, New Hampshire. Situated on a wooded hillside near the Baker River and within view of the slopes of Mt. Moosilauke — the westernmost peak of the White Mountains at 4,802 feet — this spring offers a refreshing stop for travelers, hikers, and water enthusiasts alike. The spring flows at approximately 3 gallons per minute from the hillside, and has historically been used as a drinking water source by locals and passersby. The town of Warren itself is a small, charming community in Grafton County with deep roots in New Hampshire's logging and agricultural heritage, and roadside springs like this one have long been valued gathering points for fresh water in the region. ## Directions 1. From the center of Warren, head north on **NH Route 118 (Sawyer Highway)**. 2. Continue past **Warren Gravel**, a gravel operation located along the highway. 3. Shortly after Warren Gravel, look to the **left (west) side** of the road for the hillside spring. 4. The spring is located near **158 NH Route 118** and is visible from the road on the hillside. 5. Pull off safely to the side of the highway to access the spring. **GPS Coordinates:** 43.938458, -71.877376 ## What to Expect This is a modest but reliable hillside spring flowing directly from the terrain alongside NH Route 118. The water emerges naturally at a rate of roughly 3 gallons per minute, making it easy to fill bottles or jugs without a long wait. The spring is roadside, so access is straightforward — no hiking required. The surrounding landscape is quintessential northern New Hampshire: rolling wooded hills, the nearby Baker River valley, and the imposing profile of Mt. Moosilauke in the background. The area is especially beautiful during fall foliage season, when the hillsides blaze with color. Nearby, the **Baker River** is a popular local swimming spot during the warmer months, offering natural pools and a scenic riverbed — a great complement to a spring water stop. Mt. Moosilauke, one of New Hampshire's most beloved 4,000-footers, is also close by for those looking to combine a spring visit with a day hike. As with any natural spring, water quality can vary with weather and seasonal conditions. While this spring has been used as a drinking water source by visitors and locals for years, it is not officially tested or treated.