Welcome
to the Village of Yellow Springs
Yellow Springs is a small town with a population of about 4,000.
The Yellow Springs community is known for its recreational attractions,
wonderful downtown shops and unique restaurants. The community
is culturally diverse and represents a wide range of political
and social views with an emphasis on being open and friendly.
The area - and more specifically, the actual spring - was discovered
around 1800 and quickly became a major attraction for those seeking
its curative waters. For more than one hundred years, the town
was a popular health resort with hotels, spas, boarding houses
and a tavern to serve travelers on the nearby stagecoach road.
With the completion of the Little Miami Railroad in 1846, Yellow
Springs became the center of trade and recreation for the region.
The spring which gives our town its name still exists, but the
spas, boarding houses and large hotels are long gone. The railroad
has been converted into miles of biking trails for everyone to
enjoy.
Today, visitors come for shopping, dining and recreation. The
downtown thrives by offering an eclectic assortment of shops and
restaurants. There is limited lodging available in Yellow Springs,
so call in advance.
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