Goodman's Cairn

Hill, Mountain in Ayrshire

Scotland

Goodman's Cairn

Trees at Beneraird
Trees at Beneraird Credit: Billy McCrorie

Goodman's Cairn is a prominent hill located in Ayrshire, Scotland. It is situated near the town of Muirkirk and is part of the Southern Uplands range. The hill reaches a height of 504 meters (1,654 feet) above sea level, making it a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Goodman's Cairn offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the rolling hills of Ayrshire and the nearby villages. On a clear day, visitors can even catch a glimpse of the Isle of Arran in the distance.

The hill is named after a local landowner, and it is said that he used the cairn at the summit as a marker for his land. The cairn itself is a pile of rocks that has been built up over the years by visitors to the hill.

The ascent to the summit of Goodman's Cairn is relatively easy, with a well-defined path leading to the top. The hill is a popular spot for picnics, birdwatching, and photography, with plenty of opportunities to spot wildlife such as red grouse and mountain hares.

Overall, Goodman's Cairn is a beautiful and accessible hill that offers a peaceful retreat for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Goodman's Cairn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 55.057957/-4.9234224 or Grid Reference NX1377. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Trees at Beneraird
Trees at Beneraird
New Luce Trail A drier trail see old trail <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2453056">NX1279 : New Luce Trail</a>
New Luce Trail
A drier trail see old trail NX1279 : New Luce Trail
New Luce Trail
New Luce Trail
Trees at Ballochlant
Trees at Ballochlant
Woodland at Beneraird
Woodland at Beneraird
New Luce Trail at Ballochlant
New Luce Trail at Ballochlant
New Luce Trail To Ballantrae.
New Luce Trail
To Ballantrae.
New Luce Trail Missing Gate see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/698264">NX1278 : New Luce Trail</a>.
New Luce Trail
Missing Gate see NX1278 : New Luce Trail.
New Luce Trail To Ballantrae.
New Luce Trail
To Ballantrae.
Trees at Ballochlant
Trees at Ballochlant
Fenceline on Beneraird
Fenceline on Beneraird
Moorland at Ballochlant
Moorland at Ballochlant
Moorland on Leana Hill
Moorland on Leana Hill
New Luce Trail To Ballantrae.
New Luce Trail
To Ballantrae.
Moorland on Leana Hill With view to the Radio Mast on Auchencrosh hill.
Moorland on Leana Hill
With view to the Radio Mast on Auchencrosh hill.
New Luce Trail
New Luce Trail
New Luce Trail To Ballantrae with Smyrton Hill in the mist.
New Luce Trail
To Ballantrae with Smyrton Hill in the mist.
New Luce Trail With tracked vehicle on the path.
New Luce Trail
With tracked vehicle on the path.
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Goodman's Cairn is located at Grid Ref: NX1377 (Lat: 55.057957, Lng: -4.9234224)

Unitary Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

Police Authority: Dumfries and Galloway

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