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Devil's Pool

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Caithness

Scotland

Devil's Pool

Farmland at Dalemore Looking towards the Causeymire Wind Farm.
Farmland at Dalemore Credit: Claire Pegrum

Devil's Pool, located in Caithness, Scotland, is a natural freshwater marsh that encompasses a lake, pool, and pond within its boundaries. Situated in a remote and picturesque area, the pool serves as an important ecological habitat and a popular tourist attraction.

The pool itself is relatively small, with a surface area of approximately 2 hectares. It is surrounded by lush vegetation, including reeds, grasses, and a variety of water-loving plants. These plants provide shelter and food for numerous species of birds, insects, and amphibians that call Devil's Pool their home.

The pool is fed by several small streams that flow from the nearby hills, ensuring a constant supply of fresh water. The water in Devil's Pool is renowned for its clarity, and its calm surface often reflects the surrounding landscape, creating a breathtaking sight.

Due to its secluded location and the abundance of wildlife it supports, Devil's Pool has become a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers. Visitors can observe a diverse range of bird species, including ducks, herons, and even the occasional osprey. In addition, the pool is home to various fish species, such as perch and pike, attracting anglers looking for a peaceful fishing experience.

The tranquil atmosphere and stunning natural beauty of Devil's Pool make it a serene escape for those seeking a peaceful retreat or a chance to connect with nature. Its unique combination of lake, pool, pond, and freshwater marsh elements make it a truly remarkable destination in the Caithness region.

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Devil's Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 58.417504/-3.4971234 or Grid Reference ND1248. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Farmland at Dalemore Looking towards the Causeymire Wind Farm.
Farmland at Dalemore
Looking towards the Causeymire Wind Farm.
Shepherd's cairn, Beinn Chaiteag A shepherd's cairn is shown here on the 1876 OS six inch map. The cairn shown on the current OS map refers to a burial cairn to the south (ref <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://canmore.rcahms.gov.uk/en/site/8237/details/beinn+chaiteag" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://canmore.rcahms.gov.uk/en/site/8237/details/beinn+chaiteag">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> ).
Shepherd's cairn, Beinn Chaiteag
A shepherd's cairn is shown here on the 1876 OS six inch map. The cairn shown on the current OS map refers to a burial cairn to the south (ref LinkExternal link ).
Moorland pool, Beinn Chaiteag Looking towards the Causeymire Wind Farm.
Moorland pool, Beinn Chaiteag
Looking towards the Causeymire Wind Farm.
Remains of Caiteag farmstead The farmstead lay by the River Thurso and comprised a longhouse, which was built over an earlier longhouse and its enclosures, and two enclosures (ref <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://canmore.rcahms.gov.uk/en/site/8258/details/caiteag" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://canmore.rcahms.gov.uk/en/site/8258/details/caiteag">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> ).
Remains of Caiteag farmstead
The farmstead lay by the River Thurso and comprised a longhouse, which was built over an earlier longhouse and its enclosures, and two enclosures (ref LinkExternal link ).
Sheepfold near Caiteag The sheepfold is shown on the 1876 OS six inch map and lies approximately 150m to the SSE of the <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2418205">ND1348 : Remains of Caiteag farmstead</a>.
Sheepfold near Caiteag
The sheepfold is shown on the 1876 OS six inch map and lies approximately 150m to the SSE of the ND1348 : Remains of Caiteag farmstead.
Remains of farmstead at Dalemore The photo shows a longhouse (left to right) with a barn or byre at right angles to it (foreground) (ref <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://canmore.rcahms.gov.uk/en/site/8249/details/dalemore" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://canmore.rcahms.gov.uk/en/site/8249/details/dalemore">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> ).
Remains of farmstead at Dalemore
The photo shows a longhouse (left to right) with a barn or byre at right angles to it (foreground) (ref LinkExternal link ).
Bridge across the River Thurso It's not clear on the OS 1:50,000, but the river splits in two around an island at this point. Therefore there are two bridges, one either side of the island. This is the northern one.
Bridge across the River Thurso
It's not clear on the OS 1:50,000, but the river splits in two around an island at this point. Therefore there are two bridges, one either side of the island. This is the northern one.
Sandpit Works Sadly so much dereliction but reminders of a not too distant past.
Sandpit Works
Sadly so much dereliction but reminders of a not too distant past.
The Way Ahead Sadly the wind turbines dominate the scene.
The Way Ahead
Sadly the wind turbines dominate the scene.
Forest Access Braehour Forest (typical of many round here) has destroyed valuable peatland. Fortunately there are moves to reverse this e.g. the RSPB's initiative at Forsinain.
Forest Access
Braehour Forest (typical of many round here) has destroyed valuable peatland. Fortunately there are moves to reverse this e.g. the RSPB's initiative at Forsinain.
Dirlot Castle Next to nothing now remains of the castle. The small keep stood on top of this rock spike with a curtain wall and perhaps two smaller towers on the low ground below the spike. Never much of a defensive position it served more as a frontier post on the edge of the Keiss, Sinclair and Gunn clan lands.
Dirlot Castle
Next to nothing now remains of the castle. The small keep stood on top of this rock spike with a curtain wall and perhaps two smaller towers on the low ground below the spike. Never much of a defensive position it served more as a frontier post on the edge of the Keiss, Sinclair and Gunn clan lands.
By Dalemore Looking across the moorland to Dalemore at the far east end of the square. Windfarm is out by Achkeepster.
By Dalemore
Looking across the moorland to Dalemore at the far east end of the square. Windfarm is out by Achkeepster.
Dirlot sand pit This is just one of several pits that sprang up when Dounreay was under construction. This area around the Lochmore area has large deposits of sand and gravel.
Dirlot sand pit
This is just one of several pits that sprang up when Dounreay was under construction. This area around the Lochmore area has large deposits of sand and gravel.
Lochmore Road by Dirlot Good quality single track road into Lochmore from West Calder. Typical Caithness moorland on either side.
Lochmore Road by Dirlot
Good quality single track road into Lochmore from West Calder. Typical Caithness moorland on either side.
Dirlot Cemetery A very old cemetery constructed in an arrow head shape above a small gorge on the Thurso River right next to the castle.
Dirlot Cemetery
A very old cemetery constructed in an arrow head shape above a small gorge on the Thurso River right next to the castle.
Dirlot Farm Farm buildings at Dirlot from the track to the castle
Dirlot Farm
Farm buildings at Dirlot from the track to the castle
Caithness Flag Dyke The first flags removed in a flagstone quarry are of poor quality and not fit for use as paving but they can be used to form this type of dyke which gives much needed shelter during the winter months from the winds. From the cemetery looking back to Dirlot Farm
Caithness Flag Dyke
The first flags removed in a flagstone quarry are of poor quality and not fit for use as paving but they can be used to form this type of dyke which gives much needed shelter during the winter months from the winds. From the cemetery looking back to Dirlot Farm
Thurso River east of Strathmore Another view of the river and the typical moorland it flows through in this section of the river. The Lochmore to West Calder road can also be seen on the left of shot
Thurso River east of Strathmore
Another view of the river and the typical moorland it flows through in this section of the river. The Lochmore to West Calder road can also be seen on the left of shot
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Devil's Pool is located at Grid Ref: ND1248 (Lat: 58.417504, Lng: -3.4971234)

Unitary Authority: Highland

Police Authority: Highlands and Islands

What 3 Words

///escalated.wobbles.oddly. Near Halkirk, Highland

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