Lithia Water Fountain
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A public fountain in Ashland, Oregon, that spouts "health water" from a nearby spring.

๐Ÿ“œ A public fountain in Ashland, Oregon, known for spouting "health water" from a nearby spring.
๐Ÿ” Historically touted as a health tonic, the water is now primarily known for its unusual taste.

Why Go

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Visit a historic landmark, designated in 1982.
โœจ Experience a unique local oddity with a rich backstory.
๐ŸŒณ Located conveniently at the northern tip of scenic Lithia Park.
๐Ÿงช Taste the lithium-rich water, one of the most potent on Earth.

Why Avoid

๐Ÿคข Water is widely known for tasting terrible, often compared to egg salad.
๐Ÿ‘ƒ Direct drinking from spouts can expose you to sulfurous gasses.
โš ๏ธ A disputed sign warns against daily consumption due to barium levels.

Tips

๐Ÿฅค Bring a cup to allow sulfurous gasses to dissipate before drinking.
๐Ÿ“ Easily accessible at the convergence of North Main St and East Main Street.

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