The Goats Leap Pool

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Buteshire

Scotland

The Goats Leap Pool

The Machrie Moor road at Machrie Farm
The Machrie Moor road at Machrie Farm Credit: Gordon Brown

The Goats Leap Pool is a picturesque freshwater body located in Buteshire, Scotland. This tranquil oasis is a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking a peaceful retreat amidst nature's beauty. Stretching across an area of approximately 5 acres, the pool is surrounded by lush greenery and offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

The pool itself is characterized by its crystal-clear waters, which are fed by underground springs. Its depth ranges from shallow areas, perfect for wading and paddling, to deeper sections suitable for swimming. The water temperature remains cool throughout the year, making it an ideal spot for a refreshing dip during the summer months.

The Goats Leap Pool is also home to an abundance of wildlife. Bird enthusiasts will delight in spotting various species of waterfowl, including ducks and herons, gracefully gliding across the surface. The marshy areas surrounding the pool provide a habitat for frogs, newts, and dragonflies, adding to the biodiversity of the area.

Visitors can enjoy the pool's serenity by lounging on its grassy banks or exploring the walking trails that meander through the adjacent woodland. There are also picnic areas available, making it a perfect spot for a leisurely lunch or a family outing.

Access to the Goats Leap Pool is free, and it is easily reachable by car or public transportation. Visitors are encouraged to respect the natural surroundings and adhere to any posted guidelines to preserve the pool's pristine condition for future generations to enjoy.

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The Goats Leap Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.54449/-5.3012937 or Grid Reference NR9132. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Machrie Moor road at Machrie Farm
The Machrie Moor road at Machrie Farm
The superb House of Machrie For many years the House of Machrie was the farmhouse for the principal farm on the island.  It is now available for self-catering rental.
The superb House of Machrie
For many years the House of Machrie was the farmhouse for the principal farm on the island. It is now available for self-catering rental.
The Machrie Moor road The mist and low cloud has never quite cleared the tops, although lower down it is sunny and about 24 degrees.
The Machrie Moor road
The mist and low cloud has never quite cleared the tops, although lower down it is sunny and about 24 degrees.
Heather in bloom by the Machrie Moor road
Heather in bloom by the Machrie Moor road
Cattle grid on the Machrie Moor road
Cattle grid on the Machrie Moor road
Gate Cottage on the Machrie Moor road
Gate Cottage on the Machrie Moor road
New forestry track off the Machrie Moor road
New forestry track off the Machrie Moor road
Glaister Bridge on the Machrie Moor road This carries the moor road over the Machrie Water.
Glaister Bridge on the Machrie Moor road
This carries the moor road over the Machrie Water.
The Machrie Water at Glaister Bridge
The Machrie Water at Glaister Bridge
Sliabh nan Carraigean 'Moor of the standing stones' — <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://books.google.co.uk/books?id=tYOoDwAAQBAJ&lpg=PA347&ots=-VwadTxSSw&dq=Sliabh%20nan%20Carraigean&pg=PA347#v=onepage&q=Sliabh%20nan%20Carraigean&f=false" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://books.google.co.uk/books?id=tYOoDwAAQBAJ&lpg=PA347&ots=-VwadTxSSw&dq=Sliabh%20nan%20Carraigean&pg=PA347#v=onepage&q=Sliabh%20nan%20Carraigean&f=false">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

Evidence of peat cutting can be seen — <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://canmore.org.uk/site/184112/arran-sliabh-nan-carraigean" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://canmore.org.uk/site/184112/arran-sliabh-nan-carraigean">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

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Sliabh nan Carraigean
'Moor of the standing stones' — LinkExternal link Evidence of peat cutting can be seen — LinkExternal link
Ruined wall
Ruined wall
Moss Farm Road Stone Circle, Arran Moss Farm Road Stone Circle is a Bronze Age ring cairn which has been disturbed over the centuries by stone robbing and other activities. Seven upright stones remain, each about 1.3m tall. Originally it comprised of a ring of upright stones surrounding a low cairn of boulders about 22m in diameter.
Moss Farm Road Stone Circle, Arran
Moss Farm Road Stone Circle is a Bronze Age ring cairn which has been disturbed over the centuries by stone robbing and other activities. Seven upright stones remain, each about 1.3m tall. Originally it comprised of a ring of upright stones surrounding a low cairn of boulders about 22m in diameter.
Moss Farm Road Stone Circle, Arran Moss Farm Road Stone Circle is a Bronze Age ring cairn which has been disturbed over the centuries by stone robbing and other activities. Seven upright stones remain, each about 1.3m tall. Originally it comprised of a ring of upright stones surrounding a low cairn of boulders about 22m in diameter.
Moss Farm Road Stone Circle, Arran
Moss Farm Road Stone Circle is a Bronze Age ring cairn which has been disturbed over the centuries by stone robbing and other activities. Seven upright stones remain, each about 1.3m tall. Originally it comprised of a ring of upright stones surrounding a low cairn of boulders about 22m in diameter.
Moss Farm Road Stone Circle, Arran Moss Farm Road Stone Circle is a Bronze Age ring cairn which has been disturbed over the centuries by stone robbing and other activities. Seven upright stones remain, each about 1.3m tall. Originally it comprised of a ring of upright stones surrounding a low cairn of boulders about 22m in diameter.
Moss Farm Road Stone Circle, Arran
Moss Farm Road Stone Circle is a Bronze Age ring cairn which has been disturbed over the centuries by stone robbing and other activities. Seven upright stones remain, each about 1.3m tall. Originally it comprised of a ring of upright stones surrounding a low cairn of boulders about 22m in diameter.
Moss Farm Road Stone Circle, Arran Moss Farm Road Stone Circle is a Bronze Age ring cairn which has been disturbed over the centuries by stone robbing and other activities. Seven upright stones remain, each about 1.3m tall. Originally it comprised of a ring of upright stones surrounding a low cairn of boulders about 22m in diameter.
Moss Farm Road Stone Circle, Arran
Moss Farm Road Stone Circle is a Bronze Age ring cairn which has been disturbed over the centuries by stone robbing and other activities. Seven upright stones remain, each about 1.3m tall. Originally it comprised of a ring of upright stones surrounding a low cairn of boulders about 22m in diameter.
A tree seen from the path to Machrie Moor Standing Stones, Arran
A tree seen from the path to Machrie Moor Standing Stones, Arran
A view towards Kilbrannan Sound from the path to Machrie Moor Standing Stones, Arran
A view towards Kilbrannan Sound from the path to Machrie Moor Standing Stones, Arran
A view from the path to Machrie Moor Standing Stones, Arran
A view from the path to Machrie Moor Standing Stones, Arran
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The Goats Leap Pool is located at Grid Ref: NR9132 (Lat: 55.54449, Lng: -5.3012937)

Unitary Authority: North Ayrshire

Police Authority: Ayrshire

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