Boiling Springs
County:
Cleveland
The small town of was named for an underground spring that is now located on the campus of Gardner-Webb University. Measuring approximately five feet wide and bubbling up to about eight inches above the surface, this phenomenon created a regional attraction. Visitors would arrive to drink from these natural waters. Modern Boiling Springs offers the intellectual stimulation, cultural enrichment, and overall appeal of a college-town atmosphere. The sprawling university campus features more than 200 acres of rolling landscape raced by with lush landscaping and mature trees. Audience-pleasing theatre and musical productions open to the public to provide regional cultural enrichment. Craven E. Williams Observatory offers public viewing nights throughout the year. The Lake Hollifield Complex offers six acres of natural beauty with a scenic lake, lighted walking trails, picnic areas, and the landmark of the Hollifield Carillon, a 60-foot bell tower.
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