Natural landmarks · Central Scotland
Gowk Stane
In or near Ascog.
Gowk Stane — a other in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
Richard Law — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Largs · 5.5 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Gowk Stane is a other located in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Gowk Stane is a notable geological feature located in the Scottish Highlands. This large erratic boulder is significant for its size and the geological processes that formed it. The stone is part of the region's rich natural heritage.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 55.7646, -4.9402
- District
- North Ayrshire
- Postcode
- KA28 0HD
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Ayrshire and Arran
- Nearest railway station
- Largs — 5.5 km
- Opening
- 24/7
Sources
- osm: node/2329962463 (ODbL)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Gowk Stane?
- Gowk Stane is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA28 0HD).
- What is Gowk Stane?
- Gowk Stane — a other in scotland-highlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Gowk Stane?
- The nearest railway station is Largs, about 5.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode KA28 0HD.
- Is Gowk Stane free to visit?
- Yes, Gowk Stane is free to enter.
- How do I get to Gowk Stane?
- The nearest railway station is Largs, about 5.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KA28 0HD.