Cnoc nam Muc

The walk up Cnoc nam Muc isn't long, but it packs a proper punch. This modest peak rises above the landscape near Lochgilphead in Argyll, and from the summit you're rewarded with views across Loch Gilp and the surrounding hills - genuinely worth the effort for what amounts to a couple of hours out of your day.

It's the kind of hill that suits families or casual walkers far better than serious hikers. The ascent is straightforward rather than technical, so you won't need kit beyond decent trainers and a weather eye on the sky. Most people allow an hour to get up and 45 minutes back down, depending on pace and how long you linger at the top.

The real selling point? You escape the caravan park crowds without vanishing into the wilderness. If you're based at Lochgilphead Caravan Park, just 3.5 miles away, this is your morning or late-afternoon slot sorted - close enough that you're not burning half a day on travel, far enough that you feel like you've actually gone somewhere.

Go on a clearer day if you can. The view matters here more than the walk itself. Early morning gives you softer light and fewer midges if the season's right. The immediate area isn't thick with attractions, so this works best as part of a bigger Argyll circuit rather than a standalone trip, but for a straightforward hill walk that delivers genuine views without the schlep, Cnoc nam Muc more than does its job.