About This Spring
Video Description It is located about 20 miles west Erie, PA. This is the most well-known spring in northwestern Pennsylvania. It can be reached from the West side of South Creek Rd. Girard, PA. The water seeps through mixed and healthy forests before reaching the hillside through a PVC tube. The water is very strong and constant, with a mineral-rich and slightly alkaline flow. Since the early 1900's, hundreds have been visiting this spring. The water is known for its healing properties. Nearest Address S Creek Rd. Directions from the Nearest Address From downtown Girard PA: – Travel west on Rt. 20 through Girard. After passing through Girard, go west on Rt. Follow S. Creek Rd. For approximately 3/4 mile, follow S. Creek Rd. Vital Information Hours Spring Open Always GPS: Unknown Map Link: South Creek Spring Map Submitted by: minqua
Getting There
Address
5850, S Creek Rd, Girard, PA 16417, US
GPS Coordinates
41.989922, -80.322121
Directions
Community SubmittedDirections from the Nearest Address From downtown Girard PA: – Travel west on Rt. 20 through Girard. After passing through Girard, go west on Rt. Follow S. Creek Rd. For approximately 3/4 mile, follow S. Creek Rd.
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