Auchnashelloch Hill

The walk up Auchnashelloch Hill rewards you with views across Perthshire that stretch for miles - on a clear day you can see right into the Highlands. It's a proper hill walk rather than a stroll, taking the best part of two hours to reach the summit if you're not particularly quick, but the climb isn't brutally steep and the path is manageable year-round.

This one's for walkers who want something with genuine purpose but without the scrambling or exposure you'd get on more serious peaks. The landscape here is rolling rather than dramatic - you won't gasp at the view the moment you step out of the car - but there's something compelling about the space and the sense of distance. Families with older kids (ten plus) who enjoy walking will get on well with it; younger ones might find the grind dull.

Based near Crieff, you're well positioned for a broader Perthshire exploration. The nearby holiday parks at Loch Earn Leisure Park and Keltie Bridge Caravan Park make decent bases if you're planning a few days of walking in the area. Callander Woods Holiday Park is just as close and offers similar options for longer stays.

There's no facilities on the hill itself - bring water and decent shoes. The best time is late spring through early autumn when the ground isn't waterlogged, though winter walks are possible if you're prepared. Free to access, as most Scottish hills are.