Creag Bheag Uvie

The walk up Creag Bheag Uvie from Newtonmore is modest by Highland standards, but that's precisely why it works so well if you're staying at one of the nearby caravan parks and fancy a proper leg-stretch without committing your whole day. The peak itself sits at around 2,000 feet, giving you views across the Spey Valley that reward the effort without requiring alpine fitness.

From the car park near Newtonmore, the path climbs steadily through moorland, and you'll notice the landscape changing as you gain height - that satisfying moment when the trees fall away and the Highlands open up properly. The summit isn't dramatic, but it's genuine. On a clear day you can see proper distance, and even when cloud rolls in (which it often does), there's something rather meditative about standing alone on a Scottish hill.

This works best for walkers who aren't chasing Munros or needing mountain dramatics. Families with kids aged eight and up could manage it, though the going gets a bit boggy lower down. Allow a solid two hours up and down if you're not rushing. Early morning is your best bet for clear views.

If you're based at Invernahavon Caravan Park or Laggan Glamping, it's perfectly placed for a morning sortie before heading to Aviemore or tackling something more substantial in the Cairngorms. Not Instagram-worthy, but honest mountain air and good value for a half-day out.