Remnant of turn of the century healing spring resort, round stone spring house with octagonal roof missing, but well shaded by trees. This is a wonderful, quiet meditative space.
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S91 W39091 HWY 59 Eagle, WI 53119
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Located in Southern unit of Kettle Moraine State Forest, located off highway N near Eagle, Wisconsin
I've seen a video on youtube about this spring and I think there isn't one. I believe from the way it looked that it's underwater, water is pouring in from beneath.
I’ve been to this spring and it does seem that the source is underground in the stone circular building. No pipes or anything accessible. As a kid on a hot day we visited there and got pushed into the icey waters. Yeow, very cold and refreshing.
There is also a hand pump well (source unknown if spring water or not) on the state owned Stute Family Farm property just west of this spring. Also, there is a cooling house for milk from the farm days building around a spring source you can see by looking in the screened windows. It’s inaccessible. Before refrigeration fresh milk was stored in the cool waters in the classic metal containers before being taken to market.
Also just before Douseman there is Ottawa Lake that is spring fed. You can tell because even in August it’s fairly cool to cold. It takes a hot summer to warm up that lake. The source comes up from underground and used to be visible (at least one source) on the beach to the right till they landscaped the beach a few years ago and brought new sand in. Not sure where you can see it bubbling up now.
The Pine Woods camp also has a hand pump water source
I was there yesterday. The spring source is in the spring house ( octagonal building with no roof. Note flow of water OUT of spring house. I too heard stories about gangsters here when I visited here w/ my da in the late 60s. I remember finding bottles & caps in a dump in the back.
The Native Americans have legends that say that the springs around what is now known as Waukesha County (and some others throughout Wisconsin) are sacred. On top of this, in the 1800’s an individual visiting a local farm drank water from one of the springs and believed it to have healing/restorative power. He promoted this idea and word spread, creating a booming spa and recreation era that actually was the basis for the FORMING of Waukesha county. In a way, you could say we wouldn’t be here had it not been for those springs. Sad commentary indeed then, to think that all that is left are a few places like Paradise Springs, whose pond water is filled with rotting shopping carts, metal girders, potato chip wrappers and all manner of other human waste. A shame indeed…
The map link above sends you to the wrong place. Paradise Springs is actually NW of the town of Eagle, WI about a mile. Go west from Eagle 1/2 mile to CTH N and then north on CTH N half a mile to Paradise Springs on the right.
It's hard to believe this is all that is left of the beautiful resort that was once owned by my godmother. I was way too little to remember any details about the resort myself. But I do remember hearing stories about a few gangsters using it as a hideout/meeting place back in the day. Also that a mysterious fire is what destroyed it. I truly wish I could find more info about it so I could share it with my kids and grandkids.At one time my mom had worked at the bottling house and told us kids about having to use a stick to get the snakes off the bridge they had to cross to get to work in the mornings. I wish she was still around to ask her more about it.
This property was last owned by my Grandfather from the late 50’s up until the early 70’s when the state took it over for back taxes. There was no fire that destroyed this place other than the vandalism that took place when this place was dormant. My Grandfather built the stone resort that was on this property.
We took nature walks here when I was young; especially around Scuppernong. I know there were signs there about the springs but they seemed to bubble up and form the ponds; not accessible above the ground. What fond memories we had there. If we had been able to drink from the springs all the better.
I went to try and fill up here the other day but was unable to find the source. Where at this location is the filling source? If anyone knows please pass the word onto me and the others! Thanks you!
The source is in the hills that feed the stone spring house. The water in that stone building that still stands is as pure as it gets. Dip your bottles right there. Trust me, I have done so. That is also the source where my Grandfather piped in to the bottling house.
Hello,
Went to Paradise Valley Springs today. It was a beautiful place, but there was no place to bottle water at the source of a spring. I went up the hill to look for the source of the spring but I did not see anything up there; no lush green vegetation, no birds and animals congregating or surrounding a particular area, no little water streams flowing away from a source, and no piped water source. The spring structure with the missing roof is gorgeous, the water is super cold, there is beautiful green algae growing below, and it is so transparent and organic looking, but I would not have filled up any water with the abundance of bugs, sticks, frog skeletons, and natural debris in the water. I will go back and I will keep exploring up the hill to find a spring head, if its there, and I will follow up with another report. Nik González
Drinking pure spring water is one of the most important things we can do for our health. Our bodies are over 99% water at the molecular level, so water affects every aspect of our biology. Yet, not all water is created equal. Almost all the bottled spring water available is pasteurized for shelf stability, which neutralizes many of the powerful health benefits such as increased hydrogen, healthy probiotics, and crystalline structure. For more about why unprocessed spring water is the best water to drink, read this.
The best way to guarantee you are getting real unprocessed spring water is to collect it yourself. This is a short and simple guide filled with information about how to gather spring water. We will cover how to find a spring, how to collect the water, how to honor the spring, how to store the water properly and other tips.
FindASpring.org is the best resource for locating a spring near you. However, not all springs are on the map. First, check the map to see if there is a spring in your local area. If there is, look at the reviews and comments. Has anyone shared helpful information about flow rate or posted a water test result? Is the spring in a pristine area? Do a bit of research and make sure the spring is safe to drink from. If you have any doubt about the purity, don’t risk it and get a water test, HERE. If you don’t see a spring on the map in your area, there still might be some that aren’t listed yet. First, ask the older generation who have lived in your area a long time if they know. You can also ask people in your community who might already get spring water such as people at a health food store or at a farmers market. Another great option is to view A US forest service map, where many springs have been marked. You can view these maps through the Gaia GPS or All Trails hiking apps on your phone. The map overlay you want is USGS Topo. Not all are easily accessible or ideal for drinking, but some are and it can be a fun adventure to find them. We have found over half a dozen great springs this way.
Once you’ve found your spring, figure out how you are going to gather the water. Is it right on the side of the road and easy to access or do you have to hike to it? We recommend storing spring water in glass instead of plastic to preserve the purity of the water. It is better for the environment, your body, and the water. Even BPA free plastic has toxic chemicals that can leach into water and cause health issues. If you do want to use plastic for safety reasons when filling at the spring, we recommend transferring the water to glass as soon as possible. FindASpring is sponsored by Alive Waters, which offers beautiful reusable glass. They have a 2.5 gallon option, which is a convenient size for carrying that isn’t too heavy. They also sell handles that you can use to transport the jugs even more easily. If you have to hike to access the spring, we recommend putting the water jugs into an extra large backpack to hike the water out with ease. We use Osprey packs that hold 2 jugs each. You can also use a wheelbarrow or even a stroller depending on how easy a walk it is.
Filling 2.5 Gallon Alive Waters Jug
When you get to the spring, remember to first give back before you take. Springs are considered sacred in indigenous cultures around the world for their life giving water and also as a connection to the inner earth. A powerful and simple way to give back is to clean up. Is there any trash that needs to be collected? Could you move any dead leaves or sticks to improve the flow rate? Show up in service. Some other wonderful ways to give is with a moment of expressing verbal gratitude, singing songs to the water, offering the water an ethically sourced crystal, a feather, or some other physical gift. Flowers are a popular and beautiful thing to offer, but please be careful to source organic ones as most flowers from the store are sprayed with pesticides and can be toxic to put near a spring. Also, flowers can attract bugs as they decay, so it can be best to offer them to the flowing water directly or a little downstream from the spring head.
When gathering the water, fill the jug as close to the spring head as possible, never gather downstream. Be very careful as wet glass is extremely slippery. Make sure the lid is securely fastened. When transporting the spring water home, the jugs can sometimes slide around the car. Secure them in place or wrap them with towels or something so they don’t crash into each other.
How you store your spring water is essential. It is not pasteurized like spring water from the store, so it will start growing algae if left in direct sunlight. This is good because it means it’s alive! If the water you drink can’t even support the most basic life forms, how do you think it will support your body? Store your water in a cool, dark place such as a dark corner, pantry or closet. The fridge is ideal if you have room. Some people prefer to filter their water through a Berkey filter before drinking, but if the spring is pure, it’s not necessary. We drink our spring water completely unfiltered.
How long the water stays good for depends on how cold a temperature it’s stored at. Spring water is best fresh. We personally do not prefer to drink spring water past 2 weeks old. However, we know other people that will drink it at a month old. It’s great to get in a rhythm where you know how long the water lasts you and put your collection day on the calendar in advance.
I believe that water is calling us to reconnect with her in the deepest way, to gather our own water. Just like our ancestors did. Our ancestors didn’t have fancy water machines. They also didn’t create villages or settle where there was no water. Water was revered as the center of the community and the nodal point around which life could spiral out and take root.
Here’s to restoring the sacred connection with the waters of life.
Written by Dakota Chanel. Water Priestess and Ceremonialist. DakotaChanel.com
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Paradise Valley Spring, Eagle, WI
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I've seen a video on youtube about this spring and I think there isn't one. I believe from the way it looked that it's underwater, water is pouring in from beneath.
Thats correct,,,its all underground springs. I grew up right near here and it was a great place to hang out until kids started wrecking it.
I’ve been to this spring and it does seem that the source is underground in the stone circular building. No pipes or anything accessible. As a kid on a hot day we visited there and got pushed into the icey waters. Yeow, very cold and refreshing.
There is also a hand pump well (source unknown if spring water or not) on the state owned Stute Family Farm property just west of this spring. Also, there is a cooling house for milk from the farm days building around a spring source you can see by looking in the screened windows. It’s inaccessible. Before refrigeration fresh milk was stored in the cool waters in the classic metal containers before being taken to market.
Also just before Douseman there is Ottawa Lake that is spring fed. You can tell because even in August it’s fairly cool to cold. It takes a hot summer to warm up that lake. The source comes up from underground and used to be visible (at least one source) on the beach to the right till they landscaped the beach a few years ago and brought new sand in. Not sure where you can see it bubbling up now.
The Pine Woods camp also has a hand pump water source
As a kid i also swam in there,lol
The Springs are dried out at this park. They are currently trying to find the funds to restore the park.
I was there yesterday. The spring source is in the spring house ( octagonal building with no roof. Note flow of water OUT of spring house. I too heard stories about gangsters here when I visited here w/ my da in the late 60s. I remember finding bottles & caps in a dump in the back.
I’ve been coming to this place since the early 70’s. Very peaceful place. The water tastes great. I love this place
I also swam there as a kid. Also in the Kreska Pond just down the road
The Native Americans have legends that say that the springs around what is now known as Waukesha County (and some others throughout Wisconsin) are sacred. On top of this, in the 1800’s an individual visiting a local farm drank water from one of the springs and believed it to have healing/restorative power. He promoted this idea and word spread, creating a booming spa and recreation era that actually was the basis for the FORMING of Waukesha county. In a way, you could say we wouldn’t be here had it not been for those springs. Sad commentary indeed then, to think that all that is left are a few places like Paradise Springs, whose pond water is filled with rotting shopping carts, metal girders, potato chip wrappers and all manner of other human waste. A shame indeed…
I’ll post the same information to my blog, thanks for ideas and great article.
The map link above sends you to the wrong place. Paradise Springs is actually NW of the town of Eagle, WI about a mile. Go west from Eagle 1/2 mile to CTH N and then north on CTH N half a mile to Paradise Springs on the right.
It's hard to believe this is all that is left of the beautiful resort that was once owned by my godmother. I was way too little to remember any details about the resort myself. But I do remember hearing stories about a few gangsters using it as a hideout/meeting place back in the day. Also that a mysterious fire is what destroyed it. I truly wish I could find more info about it so I could share it with my kids and grandkids.At one time my mom had worked at the bottling house and told us kids about having to use a stick to get the snakes off the bridge they had to cross to get to work in the mornings. I wish she was still around to ask her more about it.
Bec,
This property was last owned by my Grandfather from the late 50’s up until the early 70’s when the state took it over for back taxes. There was no fire that destroyed this place other than the vandalism that took place when this place was dormant. My Grandfather built the stone resort that was on this property.
We took nature walks here when I was young; especially around Scuppernong. I know there were signs there about the springs but they seemed to bubble up and form the ponds; not accessible above the ground. What fond memories we had there. If we had been able to drink from the springs all the better.
I went to try and fill up here the other day but was unable to find the source. Where at this location is the filling source? If anyone knows please pass the word onto me and the others! Thanks you!
use this address and it will show you where on hwy N to look and what you will find.
http://www.panoramio.com/user/4330506/tags/Paradise%20Springs
The source is in the hills that feed the stone spring house. The water in that stone building that still stands is as pure as it gets. Dip your bottles right there. Trust me, I have done so. That is also the source where my Grandfather piped in to the bottling house.
Just go into the stone circular building and fill ryt outta there. Me and my friends have been drinking that water for the last 40yrs!
Hello,
Went to Paradise Valley Springs today. It was a beautiful place, but there was no place to bottle water at the source of a spring. I went up the hill to look for the source of the spring but I did not see anything up there; no lush green vegetation, no birds and animals congregating or surrounding a particular area, no little water streams flowing away from a source, and no piped water source. The spring structure with the missing roof is gorgeous, the water is super cold, there is beautiful green algae growing below, and it is so transparent and organic looking, but I would not have filled up any water with the abundance of bugs, sticks, frog skeletons, and natural debris in the water. I will go back and I will keep exploring up the hill to find a spring head, if its there, and I will follow up with another report. Nik González