Source du rang de la Montagne, St-Anselme, Quebec, G0R 2N0

## Overview Source du rang de la Montagne is a roadside natural spring located along a quiet rural road in Saint-Anselme, a small municipality in the Bellechasse Regional County of Quebec's Chaudière-Appalaches region. The spring water flows through a pipe that serves as a conduit from a small mountain on the property, making it easily accessible to passersby. This area of Quebec is known for its rolling hills, rich agricultural land, and deep-rooted maple syrup traditions — and this spring sits right in the heart of that landscape, with a historic maple sugar house (cabane à sucre) visible on the opposite side of the road. Roadside springs like this one have long been a part of rural Quebec culture, where locals and travelers alike have historically stopped to fill jugs with fresh mountain water. Visitors have reported that the water flows steadily from the pipe, suggesting a reliable underground source fed by the surrounding terrain. ## Directions 1. From **Saint-Anselme village center**, head south toward the rural outskirts of the municipality. 2. Make your way to **Rang de la Montagne**, a rural road that winds through the hilly countryside south of the village. 3. Follow Rang de la Montagne until you reach the area near **615 Rang de la Montagne**. 4. Watch for the spring pipe on the side of the road — it is fed from the small mountain slope adjacent to the road. 5. Look for the **old maple sugar house** on the opposite side of the road as a landmark confirming you've found the right spot. **GPS Coordinates:** 46.656021, -70.979085 ## What to Expect This is a simple, rustic roadside spring — a pipe emerging from the hillside channels water from a small mountain source directly to the edge of the road. There is no formal infrastructure such as signage or a parking area, so visitors should pull safely off the road when stopping. The surrounding landscape is quintessential rural Bellechasse: gently rolling farmland, dense stands of maple and mixed forest, and the quiet charm of Quebec's countryside. The old maple sugar house across the road adds a picturesque touch and speaks to the area's long tradition of maple syrup production, which typically runs from late February through April. The spring appears to flow year-round based on its mountain source, though flow may vary seasonally. Winter visitors should be prepared for icy conditions along the road and around the pipe. As with any natural spring, the water has not been officially tested or certified — while it has historically been used as a drinking water source by locals, visitors should be aware that water quality can change over time and with weather conditions.