The reservoir is located on the western slopes of Neilston Pad and has a number of well maintained public access paths.

The remains of a stone boathouse and small jetty are situated on the western embankment.

In 1995 the reservoir was a central focal point in the East Renfrewshire Community Woodland project carried out by Elderslie Estates.

[7] The project seen thousands of trees planted around the reservoir creating vast woodland.

[8] The felling damaged and disturbed a number of well utilised walking and access routes to the reservoir, most notably on the western side.