Carn an Réidh-bhric

The walk up Carn an Réidh-bhric rewards you with views that stretch across to Skye and down towards Kyle of Lochalsh - proper views that justify the effort. It's a modest peak by Highland standards, but don't mistake modest for boring. The ascent is straightforward enough without being a doddle, and you'll pass through terrain that shifts from moorland to rockier ground as you climb.

This one suits walkers who want something achievable without needing a full day's commitment. You're looking at a couple of hours there and back from the car park, though the exact route depends on where you start. The views from the summit are the real draw - on a clear day you can see right across to the Trotternish Ridge on Skye, which makes the walk feel bigger than its height suggests. Bad weather, though, and you're just trudging through cloud.

If you're based at Reraig Caravan & Camping on Skye, it's worth slotting in as a half-day excursion before heading back across the bridge. The proximity to Kyle of Lochalsh means you can easily combine it with a wander round the waterfront or a bite to eat without losing the afternoon. Free to access, naturally - it's a Scottish hill. Best tackled when the weather's settled. Winter can be slick underfoot, and the midges in July and August are relentless.