Loveland Pass Spring, Keystone, CO  5/5 (1)

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Description:

This is a spring that’s right on the road, between A-basin and Keystone. Very convenient.

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Vital Information

  • Fee: No Fee
  • Access: Public
  • Flow: Continuous
  • TDS: 64
  • Temp: N/A
  • pH: 6.7

Hours Spring is Open:

24/7/365

GPS: N/A

Map Link: Loveland Pass Spring Map

Submitted by: Mike Mallory

Responses

  1. Tianna July 23, 2021

    Just filled up here today. The spring is located closer to Keystone than what is indicated on the map. Surprisingly, Google maps will you show the way. Search “Faerie Spring” in Keystone, if you have trouble finding it.

  2. Anonymous April 15, 2012

    The spring is not closed.  It’s still flowing strong.  I picked-up about 50 gallons yesterday.  There is signage telling you that the water has been tested and found to have bacteria and they recommend treating the water by filter, boiling or using something like bleach.  However, all of the locals that were filling-up when I was there just drink the water straight from the spring without treatment.  The flow rate at the time I was there was about 12 gallons per minute.  This water makes a fantastic cup of coffee. 

  5. Sky More December 28, 2010

    From Keystone ski resort go towards Arapahoe Basin/ Loveland pass and about two miles up the road where a passing lane opens up look for a wide parking area to your left and a pipe coming out of the mountain side with ice cold water. I’ve been drinking it for three years during skiing season. I believe the commercial bottled water companies or the ski resorts would like to scare people off to increase their water sales but that’s just my opinion. I’m drinking some right now.

    1. Me August 3, 2011

      I think it got polluted because A-Basin was making snow from a water source that was polluted.  It tasted different after that and then I heard it was no longer any good.  I believe that A-Basin should be taken to court for this.

  6. Lauren October 31, 2023

    I grew up in Dillon and have been drinking from this spring for almost 30 years without harm. I don’t filter – but I also don’t store it. I’ve never known anyone to get sick from it but there is a sign posted by the CDC. Local rumors over a decade ago were that some guy was living just above it and “doing his business” just uphill. Ever since I heard that I never fill up during a heavy spring snow melt down.

  8. David May 14, 2023

    Filled up a few carboys here today. The water is flowing like a dream and tastes wonderful. If anyone has questions about the quality of this water, scroll up a little bit and look at the test results. They speak for themselves.

  9. Zelda February 9, 2022

    Does anyone know if this is running in Feb? Does it freeze up or does it continously flow no matter what the weather is? Thanks in advance! This is amazing tasting water!

  10. Victrola December 13, 2015

    This water is so good! I collect it regularly with no side effects. Less than 2 miles from Montezuma Rd. in Keystone. On left side, turnout; look for pipe coming out of stone structure.

  12. Matthewdwr4 September 20, 2010

    The spring is between Keystone annd A-Basin. Coming from Keystone, the spring will be on the left. If you see the Truck run-off, you went too far.

    The city has posted a warning sign next to the spring acknowledging bacteria has been found in the water. They are recommending that you don’t drink raw.

    After talking with 2 locals, there seems to be little risk. One of the locals I spoke with does filter his water. The other seemed not to worry, stating he has been drinking from the creeks near by in recent weeks.

  14. Butterphly7 July 9, 2011

    Thanks for all the directions. I was able to find this today. It is on Loveland Pass between Keystone and A Basin and is no more than three miles from the Montezuma Rd. exit just as posted. It’s so delicious!

  15. Aaron April 14, 2010

    on the north side of the road about 3.1 miles from montezuma road exit in keystone. a 4ft brick pillar about 30 ft from the edge of the road
    ph 6.7
    TDS 64

  20. Phillip June 23, 2017

    It’s a couple miles from A basin. I forgot to check the odometer, but it’s actually about a mile from the Montezuma exit (other guy says 3). It’s just past the runaway ramp if you’re coming from a basin. Still fresh and tasty in 2017

    1. Paul Quinlan February 19, 2018

      Anyone know if the water has been tested? I’ve once heard that it was, but then a sign was placed there saying it is unsafe to drink because of bacteria, but the sign is covered by stickers now. Then another person said they heard there are dangerous amounts of zinc in it. I used to fill up here all the time, but I’ve been scared to for years now. Would love to know the truth about the water quality of this spring!

How to Collect Spring Water

Dakota September 28, 2022
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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

Dakota

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Spring: Loveland Pass Spring, Keystone, CO
L May 17, 2024
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Just look up Faerie Spring on google maps and you’ll get right to it. The coordinates listed are about 3ish miles off. There’s a whole pull off the road for it, you will not have to search on the side of the road, it will be very visible.

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