There are about three bridges on rte.74 that cross over marshy areas as you approach lake hemet from the east. This spring is located on the south side of the road at the first bridge. Just look for a pull-off next to the bridge, it’s the only one. Local peoples are drinking this water, but I opted not to since it had a TDS of 141.
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On Rt. 74 next to bridge near lake Hemet. On the lake side of the road by the bridge over the South Fork San Jacinto River
Just went to fill up today and found out it is no longer flowing. Seriously bummed. Does anyone know why? If it is a spring then it shouldn’t matter if it is summer or not right? Is there something wrong with the pipe?
I am shocked to hear this. I was there on September 22nd and the flow was okay. Not the best but not bad. Timed my 5 gallon containers to about 7 min each as it took just over an hour to fill 9. I think that the pipe is deteriorating, and people mess with it to improve flow (I’m guilty myself). Each time its messed with it probably leaks a little more. We may need to completely replace the pipe. I’m not positive what the best way to do this woudl be.
I would love to have this fixed. Does anyone have any ideas? I would be willing to put some money toward a plumber to fix it. I am going up there tonight to see what is going on. Otherwise I might have to go to Marion Mountain to get water.
My son and I went on Friday night and the spring was flowing. Took 9 minutes to fill a 5 gallon bottle. We did not move the pipe, we found last time when we moved the pipe it started flowing slower. You can see air bubbles coming from the bottom of the pipe making us think that perhaps the pipe has some holes in it. A friend of ours went Saturday night and said that it took 7 minutes to fill his 5 gallong bottles. Thanks for the info on Homesteadingtoday. Awesome, awesome information on springs!!
Hooray, I went today based on this news. It is flowing the fastest I’ve seen in months. Was in and out of there very quickly. So happy to be drinking pure water again.
Looks like someone may have worked on the pipe, we went Saturday and it took us a little over an hour to fill all our bottles, which were quite a few. I so love that spring and appreciate more now that it is working.
Margo
I’m very curious if this spring is still running. The last time I went it was shut off, and looked as though the water was being distributed elsewhere. Any information is greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Just went today, so sad to see only a puddle of green water where this great spring used to be. I’d Love to have this spring restored. Pray the waters returning!
I hope people are able to get this spring running again. I have yet to try it. For now I will stick with the Carlsbad water, however, I am concerned they may be filtering it!
Just updating in case anyone is checking in – I went by the spring today and no one has fixed it. There is still no pipe above water, so the waterflow is inaccessible.
Sad to say the spring was vandalized. When we arrived at the Hemet Lake Spring last weekend, all the pipe had been torn out and thrown on the ground, and boards were everywhere covering what little water remained. Anybody know how we can get this spring back up and running? Let’s see if we can all pull together and get this sacred place restored! Thanks
I am willing to help any way possible. I can research info on how to tap a spring and get back up.. Maybe water hole needs to be pumped out, dug out and new pipe installed
I ran into a local who had been going to this spring for over 30 years. He said that it tends to stop flowing for a few weeks each year in September. I’m sure the severe drought is to blame for the longer no-flow time. I would anticipate the flow to return in October.
I went back on August 18 and someone had installed a taller pipe (over a foot tall) at the output of the spring, which makes it impossible for any water to come out because there is so little water pressure. I plan to keep checking periodically, but until someone removes the new pipe (I was unable to do so) I doubt there will be any waterflow.
Hi Symara and Wendy. Sorry I don’t know whether this has happened before; I’ve been going to the spring for only a year and a half, and it wasn’t this bad last summer. I’m not sure whether it’s because of the drought or if there is a leak in a pipe somewhere below.
However, I went back on August 4 (a few days after a rainstorm) and the waterflow had actually increased a little bit. It was still very slow, though; there was a guy filling up and I think he said it was taking 15-20 minutes per 3 gallon container.
As far as other nearby springs, I read that Mt. Palomar’s spring is dried up, so I have been going to Carlsbad as of late (both of these springs are listed on this site). They charge 70 cents per gallon and I have heard a couple of people mention the water does not taste quite as good as the water from the Lake Hemet spring. However, it does taste very clean, and the water-filling kiosks in Carlsbad are convenient and time-saving (although very strange for anyone used to a normal natural spring).
The best water is from this spring! I have been going to Palomar, but the water is not the same. I prefer Hemet Spring. Is it running slow because of the pipe? I know before you could see air bubbles coming from the bottom of the pipe.
Dear Kate, I have the same question has this happened before? also thank you so much for your information. I have seen water striped water snakes around the pipe also. They were pretty brave. hopefully the pipe will be fixed I wish I know the answer to this and could fix it
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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Just visited this spring last week. Water was flowing pretty fast. Filled 5 gallons in about 3-4 min. Water was nice and cold. Very tasty.
Just went to fill up today and found out it is no longer flowing. Seriously bummed. Does anyone know why? If it is a spring then it shouldn’t matter if it is summer or not right? Is there something wrong with the pipe?
I am shocked to hear this. I was there on September 22nd and the flow was okay. Not the best but not bad. Timed my 5 gallon containers to about 7 min each as it took just over an hour to fill 9. I think that the pipe is deteriorating, and people mess with it to improve flow (I’m guilty myself). Each time its messed with it probably leaks a little more. We may need to completely replace the pipe. I’m not positive what the best way to do this woudl be.
I would love to have this fixed. Does anyone have any ideas? I would be willing to put some money toward a plumber to fix it. I am going up there tonight to see what is going on. Otherwise I might have to go to Marion Mountain to get water.
You know, I was reading about how to tap a spring to figure out what might have gone wrong. It’s possible that nothing has. It could just be a “wet weather” spring. Here’s a forum about it. http://www.homesteadingtoday.com/general-homesteading-forums/homesteading-questions/389362-how-tap-spring.html
My son and I went on Friday night and the spring was flowing. Took 9 minutes to fill a 5 gallon bottle. We did not move the pipe, we found last time when we moved the pipe it started flowing slower. You can see air bubbles coming from the bottom of the pipe making us think that perhaps the pipe has some holes in it. A friend of ours went Saturday night and said that it took 7 minutes to fill his 5 gallong bottles. Thanks for the info on Homesteadingtoday. Awesome, awesome information on springs!!
Hooray, I went today based on this news. It is flowing the fastest I’ve seen in months. Was in and out of there very quickly. So happy to be drinking pure water again.
Looks like someone may have worked on the pipe, we went Saturday and it took us a little over an hour to fill all our bottles, which were quite a few. I so love that spring and appreciate more now that it is working.
Margo
Yeah I think so. I got the feeling that someone worked on it when I was there. Thank you to whoever it was!
I think I saw you there brett, great spring and it is only about an hour from my area. Water taste crisp and clean =]
I’m very curious if this spring is still running. The last time I went it was shut off, and looked as though the water was being distributed elsewhere. Any information is greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Went Yesterday (4/6/23) and the spring is no longer there. There is a puddle and algea growing where the old spring was but no spigot is there.
Very faint trail leading to where it used to be on the south side of the 3rd bridge after the lil Market there going south on that road.
Read lots of good things, sad to see its not set-up at the moment. Hopefully they bring it back!
Just went today, so sad to see only a puddle of green water where this great spring used to be. I’d Love to have this spring restored. Pray the waters returning!
I hope people are able to get this spring running again. I have yet to try it. For now I will stick with the Carlsbad water, however, I am concerned they may be filtering it!
Just updating in case anyone is checking in – I went by the spring today and no one has fixed it. There is still no pipe above water, so the waterflow is inaccessible.
Don’t bother, it’s been shut down for apparently 8-9 months due to drought!
Sad to say the spring was vandalized. When we arrived at the Hemet Lake Spring last weekend, all the pipe had been torn out and thrown on the ground, and boards were everywhere covering what little water remained. Anybody know how we can get this spring back up and running? Let’s see if we can all pull together and get this sacred place restored! Thanks
Im in!
I am willing to help any way possible. I can research info on how to tap a spring and get back up.. Maybe water hole needs to be pumped out, dug out and new pipe installed
I ran into a local who had been going to this spring for over 30 years. He said that it tends to stop flowing for a few weeks each year in September. I’m sure the severe drought is to blame for the longer no-flow time. I would anticipate the flow to return in October.
I went back on August 18 and someone had installed a taller pipe (over a foot tall) at the output of the spring, which makes it impossible for any water to come out because there is so little water pressure. I plan to keep checking periodically, but until someone removes the new pipe (I was unable to do so) I doubt there will be any waterflow.
Hi Symara and Wendy. Sorry I don’t know whether this has happened before; I’ve been going to the spring for only a year and a half, and it wasn’t this bad last summer. I’m not sure whether it’s because of the drought or if there is a leak in a pipe somewhere below.
However, I went back on August 4 (a few days after a rainstorm) and the waterflow had actually increased a little bit. It was still very slow, though; there was a guy filling up and I think he said it was taking 15-20 minutes per 3 gallon container.
As far as other nearby springs, I read that Mt. Palomar’s spring is dried up, so I have been going to Carlsbad as of late (both of these springs are listed on this site). They charge 70 cents per gallon and I have heard a couple of people mention the water does not taste quite as good as the water from the Lake Hemet spring. However, it does taste very clean, and the water-filling kiosks in Carlsbad are convenient and time-saving (although very strange for anyone used to a normal natural spring).
The best water is from this spring! I have been going to Palomar, but the water is not the same. I prefer Hemet Spring. Is it running slow because of the pipe? I know before you could see air bubbles coming from the bottom of the pipe.
Dear Kate, I have the same question has this happened before? also thank you so much for your information. I have seen water striped water snakes around the pipe also. They were pretty brave. hopefully the pipe will be fixed I wish I know the answer to this and could fix it