Ceann na Creige

The walk out to Ceann na Creige rewards you with one of those views that makes you understand why people move to the Highlands and never leave. It's a proper headland jutting into the landscape near Inverness, and once you're standing there, the scale of things - the lochs, the hills, the sheer empty space - hits differently than from the car park.

This isn't a manicured visitor attraction with a gift shop. It's a walk to a geographical point that matters, best tackled by people who actually enjoy moving their legs and don't need crowds or facilities. The path itself is straightforward enough, though it can be boggy depending on weather, and the wind up there is properly fierce on most days. Allow a solid hour for the walk and another to sit about and just be present. Bring layers and waterproofs - the Highland weather changes faster than your mood.

History enthusiasts might find the landscape more compelling than any plaque. Walkers and photographers absolutely should make the trip. Families with young children or anyone after an easy stroll should probably look elsewhere. If you're staying at Go Glamping at Loch Ness - which is only about six miles away - this is a genuine highlight for a morning or afternoon. It pairs well with exploring the broader Inverness area without being the sort of place you'd travel far specifically to see. It's a cracking spot, mind, but only if windswept solitude appeals to you.