Stanley Spring, Rome, GA

## Overview Stanley Spring is a public drinking spring located along Old Dalton Road NE in Rome, Georgia, within Floyd County. The spring is named after its former owner, who passed away roughly a decade ago and generously left the spring open for public use. Situated within a gated community, the spring area is well-maintained and clearly marked with large white and red signs. A chain-link fence encloses the spring site, and there is ample parking available for visitors. Those who have collected water here report that it is remarkably light-tasting and very low in total dissolved solids (TDS/ppm), suggesting minimal mineral content. Visitors have praised the water quality, with some describing it as among the best-tasting spring water they've encountered in the region. A voluntary donation box is available on-site for those who wish to contribute to the upkeep of the spring — donations are appreciated but entirely optional. The spring is open during daylight hours. ## Directions 1. Head west on GA-140 toward Rome. 2. Turn right onto Old Dalton Road NE. 3. Travel exactly 0.4 miles down Old Dalton Road. 4. Look for a chain-link fenced area on the side of the road with large white and red signs — this is Stanley Spring. 5. Pull into the parking area, which offers plenty of spaces. **GPS Coordinates:** 34.385803, -85.124306 **Address:** Old Dalton Road NE, Rome, GA 30165 ## What to Expect Stanley Spring is an easy, drive-up spring with no hiking required. The site is well-organized with clear signage, a fenced-in spring area, and generous parking — making it a convenient stop whether you're a local filling jugs or a traveler passing through northwest Georgia. The spring is accessible during daylight hours only. The water has been reported to have a very low parts-per-million (ppm) reading, which typically indicates soft, clean-tasting water with minimal dissolved minerals. Many visitors have commented on the exceptional lightness and purity of the water. As with any natural spring, water quality can vary over time, and testing is always a good idea if you plan to drink it regularly. The surrounding area is part of a gated community, so visitors should be respectful of the neighborhood. The donation box near the spring helps support ongoing maintenance — a small contribution goes a long way toward keeping this community resource available for everyone. Rome, Georgia, sits in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains at the confluence of the Etowah and Oostanaula rivers, a region rich in natural springs fed by the area's limestone and sandstone geology. Stanley Spring is one of several beloved local water sources in Floyd County that residents have relied on for generations.