Spring Mill is a beautiful park with plenty of walking trails, a pioneer village, a pool, a restaurant at the Inn, and cave bout tours. The Inn has a variety of different room options, all at reasonable prices. While they are not extravagant rooms, they are clean, well-maintained, and comfortable. The staff at the Inn was wonderful to deal with and very helpful. The elevator happened to be out during our visit, but a staff member quickly helped us grab our bags and get settled in. The Inn was well equipped with a pool, game room, and restaurant. We enjoyed out stay and our visit in the park the following day.
Chad and I had hoped to explore some of the caves but sadly they were closed due to White-Nose Syndrome, a fungus that has caused the death of between 5 and 6 million North American bats. Instead we explored the pioneer village. We had the opportunity to see the largest working mill in America up and running. We also had a lovely chat with a few of the "pioneers" who worked at the village. It is marvel historical adventure that is fun for the whole family. You could spend several days enjoying what this park has to offer.
The workings of this mill are fascinating. Because of the way the water flows, it can be stored and released with little effort to run the mill. The water is carried from uphill via the large structure in the picture below. It is then spilled over the of the wheel and captured in the many containers on the outside of the wheel. The weight of the water is what makes it turn, not the flow of the water itself.
All of the people in the pioneer village are very friendly and knowledgeable. They are willing to share what they know with anyone who asks.
There is a small fee to enter the park, but it is totally worth it for the experience you will have!
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