Fountain Of Youth
10127 Kummer Road, Wexford, PA 15090
About the Business
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The Fountain of Youth, located at 10127 Kummer Road in Wexford, Pennsylvania, is a unique institution offering small-group adventures inspired by the world's most fascinating places. Originally built in the 1930s as a spring house grotto, this mysterious location is fronted by an arch of stone and concrete, with an engraved stone disc declaring its name. The interior of the spring house is dark and earthy, with the sound of running water filling the air.
According to the Latodami Nature Center, the Fountain of Youth was built in 1938 and served as a local water source until 1955. The source of the water is shrouded in mystery, with conflicting stories about whether it was a natural spring or a leak in the golf course's water system. Despite its history, water continues to flow at the spring today.
Visitors can explore the spring house and its surroundings, experiencing a sense of rebirth and renewal. The space is said to have a womb-like quality, with the direction of the exit symbolizing water, middle age challenges, and the sacred feminine in local folklore. The spring is located in the woods, with a small parking area and a path leading down to the site.
For those interested in uncovering hidden wonders and exploring unique destinations, the Fountain of Youth offers a truly magical and harmonizing experience. Consider becoming a member of Atlas Obscura to support their work in sharing stories about the world's hidden gems.
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Reviews
"A little difficult to climb but it's a great hidden gem!"
"A very neat place to check out. It is a historical site that used to be used as a spring. Today you can visit the fountain of youth and see for yourself how cool this place is to check out. It is located not far from Pittsburgh and there is parking on the side of the road near the fountain. The stream you have to cross ti get to it can be slippery when it rains or snows."
"An interesting, yet a bit neglected, curiosity. You can see it from the road, but I’d recommend that you stop (a bit steep ledge) and walk the two min down the hill trail ( a bit muddy). Enchanted;) background info: it was built in 1930 as a replica of a Roman spring house. It was a popular source of water to locals till 1955 when it was deemed unfit for human consumption due to bacteria levels. The pump was actually removed to discourage people from getting water."
"A curiosity from days gone by that's visible from the roadside. It's easy to access, and walk through, and seems to have more that those unafraid of spiders can explore more. It is uneven ground and a stream to traverse as is, so use your judgement."
"Really great to see. It's exactly where it says on the map. When I went, the stream was high and flowing fast because of the rain. I didn't chance going across to get a better look. My photos are from April 7, 2022, it's a pretty good time to go, it's not overgrown yet. There is parking on the shoulder enough to fit at least 3 vehicles. I highly recommend stopping here if you're in the area."
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