About the Area

Welcome to the picturesque village of Boiling Springs. 

Founded in 1845*, but settled prior to 1737, Boiling Springs is a village that surrounds the Children's Lake, right on the Appalachian Trail. 

The Historic District of Boiling Springs is a unique 18th century iron industry settlement, the early settlers contained the springs, which you can now see bubbling above the lakes surface from caves an estimated 1,800 feet below.

The Boiling Springs (Grist) Mill, on record as early as 1785, and the Memorial Clock Tower, erected in 1956 are two landmarks in the village. 

The water-powered gristmill, the miller's home and a blacksmith shop were the first lakeside buildings.

The mill is one of, if not the most photographed building in the village.

Boiling Springs was also a site for the Underground Railroad before the Civil War, about a mile and a half upstream from Boiling Springs one of the islands is known locally as Island Grove.  This island had a very dense undergrowth affording great shelter for escaped slaves and was used by those in sympathy with their cause as one of the important depots of the underground railroad. The slaves were harbored here until opportunity was afforded to move them on northward.  One of the houses in Boiling Springs was also used as part of the underground railroad.

Today, Children's Lake and its surrounding areas provide prime fly fishing, picnicking, walking and other recreation.  Now a location for small shops, art galleries, cafe's and restaurants, recreation and relaxation. 

Historic structures attest to the village's charm and significance. 

Boiling Springs is a fantastic community of individuals that are inspired to create that small town feel and share it with anyone who visits.

Village Artisans Gallery Studios:

Named  the 2005 NICHE # 2 Retailer of American Craft from over 700 galleries, retail and museum shops.

Boiling Springs Pool:

• Built in 1927, the Boiling Springs Pool is the oldest public pool in Cumberland County.
• Still running after all these years, many improvements have taken place since 2000, including the addition of 3 waterslides, new decks, railings and sidewalks.
• A snack bar is also available with reasonable prices that can let your family come to the pool and not worry about spending a fortune to enjoy the day.
• There are no residency restrictions - check the website for current information.
• BSP Value Pack - A value pack starts with 10 admissions that are available for anyone to use.  For example - one person can get ten days admissions, at any time throughout the current season, or two people can come five times each, or three people can come three times - with an admission left over.  You get the idea.  $55.00 - 10 Admissions