Cnoc na Doire Daraich

The walk up Cnoc na Doire Daraich is properly bracing - this isn't a gentle stroll but a proper hill climb with views across Sutherland that make the effort worthwhile. From the summit you're looking out over some genuinely wild Highland terrain, the kind of landscape that feels properly remote even though you're only a couple of miles from Clachtoll Beach Campsite.

It's the sort of peak that rewards walkers more than casual visitors. The paths aren't maintained like mountain paths elsewhere - they're rough, boggy in places, and you'll need decent boots and an hour or so to bag the top. But that's rather the point. You won't find crowds here, and the sense of isolation is part of the appeal.

Families with younger kids might find it a slog; teenagers and proper hillwalkers will get real value from it. On a clear day the visibility stretches for miles, and you can see why this corner of the Highlands has such a hold on people. Overcast days are less rewarding, so check the forecast before committing.

If you're based at Clachtoll Beach - and it's a five-star spot worth considering - this makes a natural morning adventure. Pair it with a coastal walk in the afternoon and you've got a solid day mapped out. The nearest town of any size is Lochinver, but honestly the real draw here is the remoteness itself.