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Springs in Nova Scotia

9 natural springs in Nova Scotia, Canada

Nova Scotia’s landscape is defined by its diverse terrain, ranging from the rugged highlands of Cape Breton to the fertile Annapolis Valley and rocky Atlantic coastlines. The province lies within the Appalachian Uplands, featuring mixed Acadian forests of sugar maple, yellow birch, and balsam fir. This varied topography, combined with a modified continental climate, supports a network of groundwater resources. Precipitation is high and well-distributed throughout the year, averaging between 1300 and 1600 millimeters annually, with a slight increase in rainfall during late autumn and early winter.

Spring flow in Nova Scotia is closely tied to seasonal patterns. Groundwater levels typically rise during the spring recharge period from March to May, driven by snowmelt and seasonal rains. A second peak often occurs in late autumn. Conversely, summer months can bring drier conditions, occasionally resulting in lower flow rates for some springs. Visitors exploring the province will find that the cooler months of spring and fall often offer the most consistent water flow. The region's frequent coastal fog and cool summers help moderate evaporation, maintaining moisture in the environment.

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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Gay's River Spring, Shubenacadie, Nova Scotia, Canada

719, Highway 224, Gays River, NS B0N, CA

## Overview Gay's River Spring is a roadside pipe spring located near Highway 224 in the community of Gays River, Shube...

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Stillwater Spring, Nova Scotia, Canada

8937, Trunk 7, Sherbrooke, NS B0J, CA

## Overview Stillwater Spring is a roadside public drinking spring located near the small community of Stillwater in Gu...

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Truro Spring, Nova Scotia

3992, Highway 236, Lower Truro, NS B6L, CA

## Overview Truro Spring is a public drinking spring located along Highway 236 in Lower Truro, Nova Scotia. The water i...

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Greenhill Spring, Greenhill, Nova Scotia, B0K2A0

Kiersteadville, NB E5T, CA

## Overview Greenhill Spring is a charming roadside spring located near the community of Greenhill in Nova Scotia, clos...

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Annandale Farm Spring,Middleton, Nova Scotia B0S 1P0

148, Brooklyn St, Brooklyn, NS B0S, CA

## Overview Annandale Farm Spring is a private drinking spring located on the North Mountain in the heart of the Annapo...

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Bucklaw Artesian, Bucklaw, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada

12671, Highway 105, Aberdeen, NS B0E, CA

## Overview Bucklaw Artesian is a free-flowing artesian well-type spring located just off the shoulder of Highway 81 in...

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Gaspereau Spring, Gaspereau, Nova Scotia

2838, Greenfield Rd, Gaspereau, NS B4P, CA

## Overview Gaspereau Spring is a natural groundwater spring located along Greenfield Road in the small community of Ga...

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Windermere Spring

402, Windermere Rd, Windermere, NS B0P, CA

## Overview Windermere Spring is a public drinking spring located in the small rural community of Windermere, Nova Scot...

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Weymouth Spring, Nova Scotia, Canada

4970, Highway 1, Weymouth, NS B0W, CA

## Overview Weymouth Spring is a well-known dual-pipe public drinking spring located along Highway 1 (Route 1) in Weymo...

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