Springs in North Carolina

22 natural springs in North Carolina, United States

North Carolina features a diverse natural landscape that extends from the high peaks of the Appalachian Mountains in the west to the flat, sandy Coastal Plain in the east. The central Piedmont region connects these distinct areas with rolling hills and clay-rich soils. The state generally experiences a humid subtropical climate, though the higher elevations in the west have a cooler subtropical highland climate. Vegetation varies widely across these zones, ranging from spruce-fir forests at high altitudes to pine and hardwood forests throughout the lower elevations.

Water flow in natural springs is closely tied to seasonal precipitation and groundwater recharge patterns. While July and August are typically the wettest months due to summer storms, the most significant groundwater recharge occurs during the cooler months of winter and early spring when vegetation is dormant. Consequently, springs often exhibit their strongest flow in late winter and early spring, following the melting of mountain snow and consistent seasonal rainfall. Drier conditions in October and November can lead to reduced flow rates in some areas.

Exploring the outdoors in North Carolina offers opportunities to locate these natural water sources amidst scenic terrain. Whether hiking through the Blue Ridge Mountains or traversing the Piedmont, visitors can find various springs emerging from the ground. Always have spring water independently tested before drinking. Water quality can change with seasons and conditions.

Always have spring water independently tested before drinking. Water quality can change with seasons and conditions.

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All Springs in North Carolina(22)

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Old Spring

287, Wood Creek Rd, Sanford, NC 27330, US

## Overview Old Spring is a public drinking spring located along Wood Creek Road in the rural outskirts of Sanford, Nor...

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HappyHill Springwater (comercial)

704, Zeb Ferguson Rd, Siler City, NC 27344, US

## Overview HappyHill Springwater is a private natural spring located along Zeb Ferguson Road in Siler City, North Caro...

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White Sulfur Spring

106, Hillside Tr, Mount Airy, NC 27030, US

## Overview White Sulfur Spring is a naturally occurring sulfur spring located near Mount Airy in Surry County, North C...

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Spring Friends Meeting

3323, E Greensboro Chapel Hill Rd, Snow Camp, NC 27349, US

## Overview Spring Friends Meeting is a historic public drinking spring located alongside East Greensboro Chapel Hill R...

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Old Bluff Church Spring

4100, Old Bluff Church Rd, Dunn, NC 28334, US

## Overview Old Bluff Church Spring is a public drinking spring located on the grounds of historic Old Bluff Presbyteri...

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Midas Spring Water, Huntersville, NC 28078 (Paid Spring)

9824, Beatties Ford Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078, US

## Overview Midas Spring Water, located along Beatties Ford Road in Huntersville, North Carolina, holds the distinction...

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Healing Springs

1192, E Healing Springs Rd, Crumpler, NC 28617, US

## Overview Healing Springs is a storied natural spring nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Ashe County, North Carol...

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Midas Spring Water, Huntersville, NC 28078

10833, State Rd 2238, Huntersville, NC 28078, US

## Overview Midas Spring Water is a public drinking spring located in Huntersville, North Carolina, within Mecklenburg...

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Lithia Springs, Shelby, North Carolina

191, State Rd 1843, Shelby, NC 28150, US

## Overview Lithia Springs is a well-known local spring in Shelby, North Carolina, located in Cleveland County. Residen...

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Fuquay Mineral Spring, Fuguay Varina, North Carolina

104 Spring St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526, United States

## Overview Fuquay Mineral Spring is a historic natural mineral spring located in the heart of Fuquay-Varina, North Car...

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White Sulphur Springs, Mt. Airy, North Carolina

106, Hillside Tr, Mount Airy, NC 27030, US

## Overview White Sulphur Springs in Mount Airy, North Carolina, is the site of a historic resort that once drew visito...

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Hot Springs Resort & Spa, Hot Springs, NC

247, Bridge St, Hot Springs, NC 28743, US

## Overview Nestled along the banks of the French Broad River in the charming mountain town of Hot Springs, North Carol...

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Curtis Creek Spring, Old Fort, NC

5072, Curtis Creek Rd, Old Fort, NC 28762, US

## Overview Curtis Creek Spring is a piped natural spring located along Curtis Creek Road in the Pisgah National Forest...

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Cold Springs, Bryson City, NC

2561, Cold Springs Rd, Concord, NC 28025, US

Description: The spring can be found on the right side of the church lot. Nearest Address Cold Springs Church in Bryson...

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Cricket Hill Spring, Black Mountain, NC

1158, NC 9 Hwy, Black Mountain, NC 28711, US

## Overview Cricket Hill Spring is a roadside public drinking spring nestled along Highway 9 just outside the charming...

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Celo Spring, Burnsville, NC

206, Lower Browns Creek Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714, US

## Overview Celo Spring is a community-maintained public drinking spring located along Lower Browns Creek Road in the C...

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Hemlock Trail Spring, Marshall, NC

60, Catawba Dr, Marshall, NC 28753, US

## Overview Hemlock Trail Spring is a small, naturally occurring spring located along Panhandle Road in the hills above...

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Shatley Springs, Crumpler, NC

546, State Rd 1574, Crumpler, NC 28617, US

## Overview Shatley Springs is a historic natural mineral spring nestled at the base of Little Phoenix Mountain in Crum...

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Balsam Spring, Balsam Grove, NC

Balsam Grove, NC 28708, US

## Overview Balsam Spring is a cold, clear natural spring tucked into the high-elevation forests just above the Shining...

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Cold Spring, Mt. Pleasant, North Carolina

2561, Cold Springs Rd, Concord, NC 28025, US

## Overview Cold Spring is a beloved public drinking spring located behind Cold Springs United Methodist Church in the...

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Mt. Vernon Springs, Siler City, NC

1498, State Rd 1134, Siler City, NC 27344, US

## Overview Mt. Vernon Springs is a small natural spring located near Siler City in Chatham County, North Carolina. His...

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Winding Stair Gap Spring, Franklin, NC

US 64, Franklin, NC 28734, US

## Overview Winding Stair Gap Spring is a roadside public drinking spring located along U.S. Highway 64 in Macon County...

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