TLH-KM312

## Overview TLH-KM312 is a public drinking spring located along the Trans-Labrador Highway (Route 500/510) in Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, at approximately kilometer marker 312. Situated in the remote and rugged interior of Labrador, this roadside spring has served as a welcome freshwater stop for travelers making the long journey across one of Canada's most isolated highway corridors. The Trans-Labrador Highway stretches over 1,100 kilometers through vast boreal forest, subarctic tundra, and some of the most sparsely populated terrain in North America. Services along the route are extremely limited, making natural springs like this one valuable waypoints for drivers, truckers, and adventurers traversing the highway. The spring sits at GPS coordinates 53.039059, -57.431425, placing it in the heart of Labrador's interior wilderness — a landscape shaped by ancient glaciation and underlain by the Canadian Shield, one of the oldest geological formations on Earth. The water from this spring has historically been used as a drinking water source by highway travelers, though water quality can vary with seasonal conditions and should be assessed by each visitor individually. ## Directions 1. The spring is located directly along the Trans-Labrador Highway, near kilometer marker 312. 2. If traveling eastbound from Churchill Falls toward Happy Valley-Goose Bay, watch for the spring on the roadside around the 312 km mark. 3. If traveling westbound from Happy Valley-Goose Bay, the spring will be on the opposite side of the highway at the same kilometer marker. 4. The spring is roadside, so no hiking or off-road travel is required — simply pull over safely when you spot it. 5. Look for a visible water flow or pipe emerging near the road's edge. Other travelers may have marked the spot informally. *Note: Cell service is virtually nonexistent along much of the Trans-Labrador Highway. Download offline maps and mark the GPS coordinates (53.039059, -57.431425) before your trip.* ## What to Expect This is a remote, roadside spring in the Labrador wilderness. Expect a simple, natural water source — likely a pipe or natural flow emerging from the ground near the highway shoulder. There are no facilities, signage, or amenities at this location. The surrounding landscape is classic Labrador boreal forest: dense stands of black spruce and tamarack, lichen-covered rock, and expansive views of untouched wilderness. Depending on the season, you may encounter caribou, black bears, or other wildlife in the area. **Seasonal considerations:** The spring is most reliably accessible during the summer and early fall months (June through September). During winter and early spring, the spring may be frozen or buried under snow, and the Trans-Labrador Highway itself can be challenging or impassable in severe weather. Road conditions along the highway vary — portions may be gravel or unpaved, so a sturdy vehicle is recommended. **Services:** The nearest communities with fuel and supplies are Churchill Falls to the west and Happy Valley-Goose Bay to the east, both of which may be several hours' drive away. Plan accordingly and carry extra fuel, food, water, and emergency supplies when traveling this route. This spring is one of several natural water sources that Trans-Labrador Highway travelers have relied on over the years. If you're making the epic drive across Labrador, it's a practical and scenic stop in one of the most remote stretches of highway in North America.