Why Visit the Mineral Springs in Saratoga County?
For generations, visitors have traveled to Saratoga County to enjoy our natural mineral springs, which have long been regarded for their restorative properties. In fact, for generations, local doctors have even prescribed these waters as part of restorative treatments—a legacy of wellness that continues today!
Saratoga Springs Mineral Water Benefits
Since their discovery, Saratoga’s naturally carbonated springs have been linked to health and wellness. Each spring has a distinct mineral profile, which contributes to its flavor and therapeutic qualities.
Below is a quick overview of the potential benefits tied to these local springs and the minerals they contain:
- Calcium: Contributes to bone health and can help regulate heart rhythm and muscle function.
- Magnesium: Supports muscle recovery, reduces cramping, and can promote relaxation.
- Iron: Supports red blood cell production and can help with fatigue caused by low iron levels.
- Silica: Thought to support skin, hair, and nail health by promoting collagen production.
- Bicarbonates: Help ease digestion problems by neutralizing stomach acids.
- Sodium and potassium: Both play a role in replenishing electrolytes, especially after exercise.
The precise mix of these minerals varies from spring to spring, which is part of what makes Saratoga’s waters so unique! Locals often have favorites, which they visit regularly for specific effects or simply because they enjoy the taste.
Congress Park Springs
Congress Park boasts some of Saratoga's most renowned springs. Beyond the springs, don’t miss the wooden carousel—built over 115 years ago!
- Congress Spring: Known for its traditional benefits, including support for digestion.
- Columbian Spring: Once recognized as “the headache spring,” its “iron water” is believed to promote the flow of red blood cells.
- Deer Park Spring: Also known as “the Deer Spring,” its waters flow from a vein of the Congress Spring.
- Hathorn #1: This moderately mineralized water is valued for its hydration boosting and unique alkaline-saline flavor.
High Rock Area Springs
Step back in time at the High Rock area, where several springs emerge from striking rock formations shaped by centuries of erosion.
- Governor Spring: Named to honor Governor Charles Evans Hughes.
- Peerless Spring: A popular spring appreciated for its pleasant taste and moderately strong saline qualities.
- High Rock Spring: Easily identified by its distinct cone of hardened mineral deposits that have accumulated for decades.
- Red Spring: Affectionately called the “Beauty Spring” for its reputation in supporting skin health.
Saratoga Spa State Park Springs
Saratoga Spa State Park has various mineral springs onsite, many of which have a robust, earthy taste:
- State Seal: A popular choice for its delicious and fresh water.
- Geyser Spring: A pleasantly carbonated water once bottled by New York State and known for its deep mineral flavor profile.
- Charlie Spring: The newest drilled spring within the park, named for Charles S. Dake.
- Polaris Spring: Contains small amounts of radon gas, a component considered advantageous in some European and Japanese health practices.
- Geyser Island Spouter: Known locally as “the Geyser,” this spring is surrounded by an island of hardened minerals.
- Hayes Well Spring: Beyond its tasty water, some people find that breathing its vented gas helps clear their sinuses.
- Orenda Spring & Mineral Bank: Rich in iron, this spring is believed to promote blood flow and is surrounded by impressive travertine deposits.
- Hathorn #3: This highly mineralized and saline spring has water rich in magnesium.
Wellness tourism has shaped Saratoga County for generations, with the springs continuing to play a central role in how visitors experience the area today. Come and discover the restorative power that flows just beneath the surface of Saratoga County.
