This spring is located in Tubs Springs State Park and is maintained by the Oregon Park Service. It has a garden hose spout. The water runs through an ultraviolet light purification system and is checked regularly. Excellent water quality.
History: In 1846, a wagon train led by Jesse Applegate traversed southern Oregon along what became known as the Applegate Trail. Tub Springs Wayside is one of the stopping points before you head down the mountain pass into Ashland. Take a moment to stop here amid the towering fir and sense what it was like 150 years ago. Breathe in the fresh mountain air. There’s an interpretive panel at the wayside describing the difficulties faced by these pioneers. The name Tub Springs is derived from the tubs that were installed in the 1930s to provide spring water for travelers. The tubs have been renovated and are still functional today. The same springs that provided early settlers with plentiful fresh water still flow.
I’ve been hearing great things about this water but am in a chair and unable to fill my jug? I heard at the market there may be a company selling this water, but I can’t find it on the web anywhere. Does anyone know how to get in touch with them?
UV lights??? Ummm, Where is the purely natural springs that have not been polluted by chemicals, logging companies and PVC or Metal pipes??? The epoxy used to connect the pipes is toxic as well as the “Round Up” used by the logging companies seeping into the ground water and killing the fish habitats.
And as for Roundup etcetera Ashland was one of the first places to ban its use so it’s not an issue in this area… I don’t know of any logging that is happening anywhere near this spring or its source but you could surely Google it
Just got back from Tubs Spring. A nice mountain drive just outside of Ashland. Well worth it too. The water is amazing. While up there, we spoke with a man filling up countless jugs. He informed us that the water is tested frequently (its in a state park). The spring is right in the parking lot, which is nice for loading. The spring comes out of a spikot into a stone well. Luckily, the man had a large RV type hose that made for easy filling. The distance between the spikot and the water resting in the well is only a few inches. Your hands would get mighty cold filling up multiple jugs. There is a trail that takes maybe 20 minutes to walk, in the forest behind the spring. There are picnic benches as well. Make a day of it, and enjoy some of the best water on the planet!
Cheers 🙂
Does anyone know who tests this water and where I can get the test results?
I have used this spring water for many years and not only do I love the taste and freshness, but I also enjoy the process of driving up the mountain and bringing it home. Now I would like to know the mineral content of the water
I just visited the spring on 5-9-2012, the water tastes wonderful. Not sure what all the measurements on the water is, but I can be sure that it is better for you then plastic tea, and whatever that stuff is that comes out of the tap here in Medford Oregon. Make sure you bring a lunch with you since there is a great picnic area a few feet away from the spring. its around 5000ft elevation up the road and a beautiful drive. My 4- 6 gallon carboys are almost empty so ill be driving back up this weekend, my 4yr old daughter is looking forward to it, going to take some pictures this time so ill post them next week..
I just went to tubs springs it was an 1 hour drive to the location in the snow, we encountered around 2 feet snow. When we got there someone was filling up and he had been using that spring since 1974. After a 10-15 min chat with him he told me that the line from the spring to the spout gets cleaned at least once a year.
We had 4 carboys (6 gal) which makes it hard to fill up at the start since there is a water basin and you have to position it just right.
He told me that you can bring a very short garden hose and fill up the large jugs. Making it much easier but im not sure i want my water going thru a hose with who knows what rubber compound.
I consider myself very strong but 6 gallons of water plus the carboy that’s about 52.5 pounds. You have to lift out of the water tub, so it does sound enticing.
The water tasted smooth and silky, i did not get the rusty taste that Ogma experienced.
I’m not sure about the ultraviolet light purification system. Can someone comment on this please.
I’ll post pictures and a video as well as ill post the ph and TDS results soon.
I ventured to this spring a few months ago after finding it on FindASpring. It is easy to miss the location, so pay attention to the signs on the road. I could not drink this water because it tasted so much like metal… The water manifests itself in a man-made fountain of sorts.. perhaps the piping in the fountain is getting rusty. The water tastes like rusty pipes.
The music is weird as hell but here’s a really pretty video of tub Springs… I didn’t know how to post the pictures that I have because I don’t have a link to them so this is the best I could figure
Hey! I stayed up at the Oregon Extension this summer whilst doing an internship, and I got to drive by this spring every day for water. It was wonderful. I highly recommend this spring, the water is amazing.
Sometimes I wonder about the tds testers. I squeezed an organic lemon into zero water once and it registered at 200. I wonder if it picks up on trace minerals and not necessarily contaminants?
….:::: SAFE ::::…
1 ) cared for my state park rangers.
2) It is a natural spring , that comes from within the earth, and is Filtered with UV LIGHT ONLY >>> thus , NO bacteria, virus, giahrida, etc….. just PURE and REAL water.
3) The pipe coming down hill fromt he spring box is cleaned every few months.
4) THe spring box itself containg the UV light is cleaned twice a year…
Love > Light > Respect
I just visited this spring last week. It is amazing! The State park tests it (they had one planned for 9/16/15) NOTE: the picture on this posting is NOT what the spring looks like. Also, when using the address, NOTE that the spring is about 1.5 miles from that point (if coming from Ashland, traveling south on HW 66) The location is great!! Not the easiest way to fill up glass bottles unless you bring a hose to attach to faucet but beautiful designed (just not super efficient.) I hope to visit it again soon!
I’m going to this spring in a few days to report what I find. I used the springs on Route 26 east of Seaside for a couple years. Most of the people I met there were of Eastern European heritage. They really believe in live water.
Often municipalities use UV to purify water. It transform the O2 molecules into O3 (ozone). Ozone kills bacteria through oxidation like chlorine bot after 18 minutes the extra molecule wriggles away and it turns back into oxygen with no chemical residual.
You can buy a small (white) section of hose inexpensively at Ace Hardware designed for potable water and the RV industry.
I love this spring! The water is delicious, no metallic taste, just fresh tasty water! I would love to know like many folk here what the mineral analysis is so if anybody finds it please let us know.
As for a UV filter being bad… You better make sure to keep your spring water in a UV proof jug when you go to other non-UV filtered springs to collect water….
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I’ve been frequenting this location for almost one year now, and have to say that not only the water is wonderful, cold, and delicious; but the experience in meeting and fellow-shipping with other ‘springers’ always makes my 45 minute drive well worth while. Hint: The spigot is threaded, be sure to bring a water hose for ease of filling your jugs. Thank you to all I’ve met, and the stories shared.
Howdy! Someone in my Myspace group shared this site with us so I came to give it a look.
I’m definitely loving the information. I’m book-marking and will be tweeting this to my followers!
Outstanding blog and outstanding design.
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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Has someone recently get water from here?
I’ve been hearing great things about this water but am in a chair and unable to fill my jug? I heard at the market there may be a company selling this water, but I can’t find it on the web anywhere. Does anyone know how to get in touch with them?
Green spring water co.
Yes… his name is Brad 541-944-4832… I have water delivery from him and he is amazing… You need to buy the glass carboys… They are 3-gallon…
UV lights??? Ummm, Where is the purely natural springs that have not been polluted by chemicals, logging companies and PVC or Metal pipes??? The epoxy used to connect the pipes is toxic as well as the “Round Up” used by the logging companies seeping into the ground water and killing the fish habitats.
And as for Roundup etcetera Ashland was one of the first places to ban its use so it’s not an issue in this area… I don’t know of any logging that is happening anywhere near this spring or its source but you could surely Google it
This isn’t… This is the most incredible water have ever had… It is high upon the mountain and it really is well cared for
Just got back from Tubs Spring. A nice mountain drive just outside of Ashland. Well worth it too. The water is amazing. While up there, we spoke with a man filling up countless jugs. He informed us that the water is tested frequently (its in a state park). The spring is right in the parking lot, which is nice for loading. The spring comes out of a spikot into a stone well. Luckily, the man had a large RV type hose that made for easy filling. The distance between the spikot and the water resting in the well is only a few inches. Your hands would get mighty cold filling up multiple jugs. There is a trail that takes maybe 20 minutes to walk, in the forest behind the spring. There are picnic benches as well. Make a day of it, and enjoy some of the best water on the planet!
Cheers 🙂
Does anyone know who tests this water and where I can get the test results?
I have used this spring water for many years and not only do I love the taste and freshness, but I also enjoy the process of driving up the mountain and bringing it home. Now I would like to know the mineral content of the water
I just visited the spring on 5-9-2012, the water tastes wonderful. Not sure what all the measurements on the water is, but I can be sure that it is better for you then plastic tea, and whatever that stuff is that comes out of the tap here in Medford Oregon. Make sure you bring a lunch with you since there is a great picnic area a few feet away from the spring. its around 5000ft elevation up the road and a beautiful drive. My 4- 6 gallon carboys are almost empty so ill be driving back up this weekend, my 4yr old daughter is looking forward to it, going to take some pictures this time so ill post them next week..
We were just there in June 2011 and by far the cleanest, purest water ever!!! Wish we lived closer to this spring!
Great tasting spring with beautifully designed cascading waterfall structure
I just went to tubs springs it was an 1 hour drive to the location in the snow, we encountered around 2 feet snow. When we got there someone was filling up and he had been using that spring since 1974. After a 10-15 min chat with him he told me that the line from the spring to the spout gets cleaned at least once a year.
We had 4 carboys (6 gal) which makes it hard to fill up at the start since there is a water basin and you have to position it just right.
He told me that you can bring a very short garden hose and fill up the large jugs. Making it much easier but im not sure i want my water going thru a hose with who knows what rubber compound.
I consider myself very strong but 6 gallons of water plus the carboy that’s about 52.5 pounds. You have to lift out of the water tub, so it does sound enticing.
The water tasted smooth and silky, i did not get the rusty taste that Ogma experienced.
I’m not sure about the ultraviolet light purification system. Can someone comment on this please.
I’ll post pictures and a video as well as ill post the ph and TDS results soon.
Hello,
I’m considering making the drive out to the spring. Did you find out what the pH/TDS were?
Thank you!
Candace
I would like to see your pictures and hear more about your experience regarding this spring.
I ventured to this spring a few months ago after finding it on FindASpring. It is easy to miss the location, so pay attention to the signs on the road. I could not drink this water because it tasted so much like metal… The water manifests itself in a man-made fountain of sorts.. perhaps the piping in the fountain is getting rusty. The water tastes like rusty pipes.
Probably has lots of good iron and other minerals in it.
I love ‘tasty’ water instead of the dead stuff coming out of the pipes in the city.
I was just there (May, 2024) and there is no longer a spout. There is a sign saying “Non-Potable Water. Not for human consumption.”
The music is weird as hell but here’s a really pretty video of tub Springs… I didn’t know how to post the pictures that I have because I don’t have a link to them so this is the best I could figure
https://youtu.be/bWBCupEif54
Visited the spring today, the spring is located right off the road and it’s easy to reach.
You can park your vehicle right next to the spring.
Hey! I stayed up at the Oregon Extension this summer whilst doing an internship, and I got to drive by this spring every day for water. It was wonderful. I highly recommend this spring, the water is amazing.
tds 82
Sometimes I wonder about the tds testers. I squeezed an organic lemon into zero water once and it registered at 200. I wonder if it picks up on trace minerals and not necessarily contaminants?
….:::: SAFE ::::…
1 ) cared for my state park rangers.
2) It is a natural spring , that comes from within the earth, and is Filtered with UV LIGHT ONLY >>> thus , NO bacteria, virus, giahrida, etc….. just PURE and REAL water.
3) The pipe coming down hill fromt he spring box is cleaned every few months.
4) THe spring box itself containg the UV light is cleaned twice a year…
Love > Light > Respect
I just visited this spring last week. It is amazing! The State park tests it (they had one planned for 9/16/15) NOTE: the picture on this posting is NOT what the spring looks like. Also, when using the address, NOTE that the spring is about 1.5 miles from that point (if coming from Ashland, traveling south on HW 66) The location is great!! Not the easiest way to fill up glass bottles unless you bring a hose to attach to faucet but beautiful designed (just not super efficient.) I hope to visit it again soon!
Any updates on TDS?
I’m going to this spring in a few days to report what I find. I used the springs on Route 26 east of Seaside for a couple years. Most of the people I met there were of Eastern European heritage. They really believe in live water.
Often municipalities use UV to purify water. It transform the O2 molecules into O3 (ozone). Ozone kills bacteria through oxidation like chlorine bot after 18 minutes the extra molecule wriggles away and it turns back into oxygen with no chemical residual.
You can buy a small (white) section of hose inexpensively at Ace Hardware designed for potable water and the RV industry.
I love this spring! The water is delicious, no metallic taste, just fresh tasty water! I would love to know like many folk here what the mineral analysis is so if anybody finds it please let us know.
As for a UV filter being bad… You better make sure to keep your spring water in a UV proof jug when you go to other non-UV filtered springs to collect water….
Hiya! Quick question that’s entirely off topic.
Do you know how to make your site mobile friendly?
My weblog looks weird when viewing from my iphone 4. I’m trying to find
a theme or plugin that might be able to fix this
issue. If you have any recommendations, please share. Thanks!
I’ve been frequenting this location for almost one year now, and have to say that not only the water is wonderful, cold, and delicious; but the experience in meeting and fellow-shipping with other ‘springers’ always makes my 45 minute drive well worth while. Hint: The spigot is threaded, be sure to bring a water hose for ease of filling your jugs. Thank you to all I’ve met, and the stories shared.
Howdy! Someone in my Myspace group shared this site with us so I came to give it a look.
I’m definitely loving the information. I’m book-marking and will be tweeting this to my followers!
Outstanding blog and outstanding design.