In the 1800s Summit Spring water was sold as a healing tonic with claims that it relieved a host of common maladies, from arthritis to nervous disorders. It was put up in wood barrels and glass bottles and shipped by wagon, steamer, train, and ocean liner to major cities around the US and even in Europe.

In 1888 a 55-room hotel was built near the spring, and for decades tourists from New York and Boston traveled to the spring to “take the waters.” Today we bring you the same pure and natural spring water that’s been bubbling from the ground for as long as anyone knows, at a constant rate of 38 gallons per minute and a steady year-round temperature of 46 degrees.

Our beautiful stone spring house was built in 1936 and remains in excellent condition today. In 2004 we replaced the roof , windows, and doors being sure to maintain the integrity of the original design.

The eagle in our logo pays homage to Summit Hill's historical reputation as a breeding ground for eagles. The highest point in Cumberland County, Summit Hill rises more than 350' higher than the surrounding terrain. It's no wonder Summit Hill was chosen by these majestic raptors.

To this day Summit Spring remains a Maine-family-owned and operated business. We take great pride in preserving and caring for this rare natural resource.

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An old promotional flyer from an apothecary on Broadway In NYC

The spring house
circa 1938
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