Creag an Uamhaidh

The walk up Creag an Uamhaidh from near Dunkeld is steep, relentless, and absolutely worth doing on a clear day. You're climbing just over 700 metres to reach a proper viewpoint, the kind of modest Perthshire peak that doesn't require technical skill but does demand respect for the gradient and weather. The views across Tayside unfold as you gain height - nothing showboating about it, just good honest scenery stretching towards the Grampians.

This one suits walkers who want a proper workout without the full commitment of a bigger mountain day. Families with older kids and strong legs will manage it fine, though younger ones might find the ascent tedious. Expect around three hours round trip depending on fitness. It's free, naturally - just park sensibly near the start and crack on.

Timing matters. Early morning on a weekday in autumn is when you'll see it at its best, with clear air and fewer people on the path. Winter can be boggy and slippery, so spring and summer are more reliable. Dunkeld itself sits right at the start point, so you're not hunting far for the trailhead.

If you're staying at Inver Mill Farm Caravan Park, just three miles away, or one of the nearby sites like Erigmore or Grandtully Station, this works as a cracking half-day outing alongside gentler riverside walks. It's the kind of hill that reminds you why Perthshire rewards getting out of the car.