White's Pool

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Angus

Scotland

White's Pool

Mounth Road, near Mount Keen
Mounth Road, near Mount Keen Credit: Steven Brown

White's Pool is a picturesque freshwater marsh located in Angus, Scotland. Spanning an area of approximately 10 acres, this natural body of water is renowned for its serene beauty and diverse ecosystem. It is often referred to as a pool, lake, pond, or even a marsh due to its unique characteristics.

Surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills, White's Pool offers a peaceful retreat for both locals and visitors alike. The pool is fed by several small streams and springs, ensuring a constant flow of freshwater throughout the year. Its crystal-clear waters are home to a variety of aquatic plants and animals, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife photographers.

The pool's marshy edges are adorned with vibrant reeds, rushes, and water lilies, providing a thriving habitat for numerous bird species, including herons, swans, and ducks. It is not uncommon to spot these birds gracefully gliding across the surface of the pool or nesting in the surrounding vegetation.

White's Pool is a popular destination for fishing enthusiasts as well. The pool is teeming with fish such as trout and perch, providing a great opportunity for anglers to test their skills and enjoy a day out in nature.

With its tranquil atmosphere and stunning natural surroundings, White's Pool is a true gem in the Angus region. Whether one seeks to relax in its peaceful ambiance, admire its abundant wildlife, or engage in recreational activities, this freshwater marsh offers an unforgettable experience for all who visit.

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White's Pool Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 56.93736/-2.9954873 or Grid Reference NO3983. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Mounth Road, near Mount Keen
Mounth Road, near Mount Keen
Ford across Water of Mark
Ford across Water of Mark
Track on the ridge of Couternach Looking back down Glen Mark.
Track on the ridge of Couternach
Looking back down Glen Mark.
The twisting path The path snaking its way up beside the Ladder Burn.
The twisting path
The path snaking its way up beside the Ladder Burn.
The Mounth Road The southern part of the Mounth Road with Mount Keen on the far right.
The Mounth Road
The southern part of the Mounth Road with Mount Keen on the far right.
The Ladder A steep section of the Mount Keen road - used as one of the two popular routes to the hill.
The Ladder
A steep section of the Mount Keen road - used as one of the two popular routes to the hill.
Above the Ladder Burn Looking back towards Glen Mark from the track above the Ladder Burn, bound for Mount Keen.
Above the Ladder Burn
Looking back towards Glen Mark from the track above the Ladder Burn, bound for Mount Keen.
Mount Keen in view A view towards the summit of Mount Keen, to the far right of shot - the most easterly 'Munro'.
Mount Keen in view
A view towards the summit of Mount Keen, to the far right of shot - the most easterly 'Munro'.
Bridge over the Water of Lee The single girder bridge is still here, 10 years on from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6213">NO3881 : Bridge, Glen Lee</a>, providing a rather shoogly way of crossing the burn.
Bridge over the Water of Lee
The single girder bridge is still here, 10 years on from NO3881 : Bridge, Glen Lee, providing a rather shoogly way of crossing the burn.
Track by the Lee Plantation The plantation has been partly felled, revealing the bothy marked but not named on the 1:25000 scale map.  The rocky knoll of Cairn of Camlet can also be seen in the background.
Track by the Lee Plantation
The plantation has been partly felled, revealing the bothy marked but not named on the 1:25000 scale map. The rocky knoll of Cairn of Camlet can also be seen in the background.
Bothy in Glen Lee Marked but not named on the 1:25000 scale map.
Bothy in Glen Lee
Marked but not named on the 1:25000 scale map.
View south-west from catchment of Burn of Doune on Glen Esk
View south-west from catchment of Burn of Doune on Glen Esk
Heather desert near Mount Keen A desert as rich in microscopic life as any other, no doubt,
Heather desert near Mount Keen
A desert as rich in microscopic life as any other, no doubt,
Ladder Burn, Mount Keen & geocache The Ladder Burn with a cloud covered Mount Keen in the distance.  There is a geocache hidden at this hairpin bend so a good opportunity to stop
Ladder Burn, Mount Keen & geocache
The Ladder Burn with a cloud covered Mount Keen in the distance. There is a geocache hidden at this hairpin bend so a good opportunity to stop
Towards Glenmark
Towards Glenmark
Glen Mark Looking down Glen Mark towards Auchronie
Glen Mark
Looking down Glen Mark towards Auchronie
North To Mount Keen Looking North to the summit of Mount Keen from the slopes of the Knowe of Crippley.
North To Mount Keen
Looking North to the summit of Mount Keen from the slopes of the Knowe of Crippley.
Ladder Burn and Glen Mark A view down the Ladder Burn from the access track leading up towards Mount Keen, the most easterly 'Munro' and home to some excellent horizontal icicles.
Ladder Burn and Glen Mark
A view down the Ladder Burn from the access track leading up towards Mount Keen, the most easterly 'Munro' and home to some excellent horizontal icicles.
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White's Pool is located at Grid Ref: NO3983 (Lat: 56.93736, Lng: -2.9954873)

Unitary Authority: Angus

Police Authority: Tayside

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Lat/Long: 56.9404135/-2.995455
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