Chipmunk Rapids Artesian Well
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by to visit the artesian well or stay to camp at Chipmunk Rapids
Campground on the shore of the Pine River. The artesian well was
discovered while drilling for a new campground well in 1968. The
water literally bubbled out of the 6 inch casing. Now a masonry
and stone structure encases the well. The flowing artesian well
produces about 15 gallons per minute of cold, clear water. Both
the Lauterman National
Recreation Trail and the Ridge Trail are in the immediate
area. An interpretive sign explains how the well works. Camp
sites are available May through October.
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Directions |
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From Florence, take State Hwy. 70 west for 15 miles to FR 2450.
Turn left (south) I mile to FR 2156, then 3 miles southeast 2
miles to Chipmunk Rapids Campground. The well is on your left
after you enter the campground. |
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Facilities |
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Parking for 6 vehicles and restore, The site is 30 feet from the
parking lot and partially accessible to persons with
disabilities. |
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