Posted in Pennsylvania Attractions April 19, 2017 by Beth

Most People Don’t Know There’s A Fountain Of Youth Hiding Deep In Pennsylvania’s Woods

Tucked away in the woods of North Park near Wexford, Pennsylvania lies an attraction that relatively few know about: a Fountain of Youth. It borders on mythological, yet this small designated stone structure has become a landmark for photographers and explorers alike. Here’s more on this spring house structure and how you might find it:

The Fountain of Youth is located in North Park, at 10127 Kummer Rd, Wexford, PA 15090.

The springhouse was constructed in the 1930s in the style of a Roman cavern, complete with an archway made of stone and, of course, the center disc which reads "Fountain of Youth."

The structure is home to a spring, which until the 1950s was used as a local water source. Today, visitors will notice a warning sign that the water has not been treated.

Step inside to the cool, cave-like interior and on the back wall, you’ll notice the space where the pump was broken off after the water was considered unsafe.

You’ll then exit the space facing west, the direction that, according to local folklore, represents the struggles of middle age, the sacred feminine, and the power of water.

Whether or not you believe in the healing properties of this site (as the water itself is not safe to drink), there’s no denying its fascinating history and symbolism.

The best way to access the Fountain of Youth springhouse is by parking along the small gravel pull-off and continuing along the path leading down to the creek. If you’ve ever visited this unique site before, be sure to share your experiences there with us!

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Address: 10127 Kummer Rd, Wexford, PA 15090