Boiling Springs

Picturesque Boiling Springs is brimming with scenic sights, relaxing activities, quaint places to explore and more! Water-lovers can fly-fish at the world-renowned Yellow Breeches Creek, boat or fish at Children’s Lake, or make a splash at Cumberland Valley’s oldest public pool and waterpark. The Appalachian Trail runs through the center of town, where the regional AT office will be happy to assist hikers with maps and information. Those seeking more civilized comforts will appreciate our charming shops like the Village Artisans Gallery, eateries and B&B’s, many of which are located in unusual and historic buildings. Want the best of all worlds? The Allenberry Resort Inn and Playhouse is a one-stop source for food, live theater, murder mystery weekends and lodging amidst historic structures and a pastoral setting.

The quaint town of Boiling Springs is a picturesque collection of scenic beauty, relaxing activities and unique places to explore. Outdoor enthusiasts can fly-fish at the world-renowned Yellow Breeches Creek, boat or fish at Children’s Lake or take the family to Cumberland Valley's oldest public pool and waterpark. Those looking to relax will enjoy the charming bed & breakfasts and shops like the Village Artisans Gallery. The historic Allenberry Resort Inn & Playhouse is also located in the town and offers dining, live theater, lodging and the country's longest-running murder mystery weekends. The regional Appalachian Trail office is located in Boiling Springs and the A.T. runs through the center of town. Boiling Springs was recently acknowledged as an official Appalachian Trail Community for the town's commitment to providing a service to hikers and promoting the asset of the Appalachian Trail. We hope to see you soon!

April 2010: Forbes ranked Carlisle-Harrisburg (Cumberland, Dauphin and Perry) as No. 5 on its “most livable cities” list.
June 2010: Forbes ranked Carlisle-Harrisburg (Cumberland, Dauphin and Perry) as No. 2 among America's best places to raise a family.

Fast ‘n Fun Fact: In the 1800’s, Island Grove in the Yellow Breeches Creek provided a great hiding place for runaway slaves on the Underground Railroad, thanks to its cloak of tall trees, low vines, dense shrubbery and the dedication of abolitionist Daniel Kaufman. Kaufman’s house still stands on Front Street in the town of Boiling Springs.
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To learn more about Boiling Springs, please visit the South MIddleton Township website.

Self-Guided Walking Tour

19th-Century Historic District (Boiling Springs)
Picturesque village brimming with scenic sights, 19th-century architecture, charming shops, eateries and B&Bs.
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Trip Ideas

Boiling Springs is a Quaint Town with a Lake that Literally Bubbles

Shopping District

The quaint town of Boiling Springs welcomes visitors to walk around Children's Lake, explore artists-in-action and relax at a picturesque resort.