Karista Spring – Text of Narration

Now let’s visit Karista Spring. This spring is located in the Geyser Creek picnic area, just across a small footbridge. The name Karista comes from the Mohawk word for “iron,” and you can see the iron’s effect on the fountain, which is stained with rusty red marks. The water comes from around 400 feet underground and contains a high concentration of sodium chloride, giving it a distinctly salty, metallic taste. Some even say it tastes like blood. Karista is a favorite for those intrigued by Saratoga’s mineral heritage. Narration provided by Michael Lenz and brought to you by the Saratoga Springs Lions Club.