Ben Gullipen

You won't find many people on Ben Gullipen, which is precisely why it's worth the climb. This modest peak near Callander offers proper views across the Trossachs without the crowds you'd endure at Ben Ledi. The walk takes roughly two hours up and down, depending on your pace and how many times you stop to catch your breath.

The summit itself isn't dramatic - no sweeping vistas from a rocky pinnacle or anything like that. But on a clear day, you get views that stretch across the Stirling landscape, and that's enough. Walkers absolutely get the most from this one. Families with older kids can manage it; younger ones might find the climb a slog. History buffs won't find much here except the walk itself, which is almost meditative in its simplicity.

The path is straightforward, though muddy in places, and the climb is steady rather than punishing. Allow three to four hours if you're stopping for photos and snacks. There's no visitor centre or facilities up top - bring water and wear decent boots.

Stay at either Callander Woods or Keltie Bridge, both within easy reach, and you can combine Ben Gullipen with other Trossachs walks. It's the sort of outing that rewards you without demanding everything you've got. Not flashy, but honest. Best visited when the weather's cooperating - a misty day leaves you staring at cloud.