Càrn na h-Easgainn

The walk up Càrn na h-Easgainn won't take you all day, but the views from the top make it worth squeezing in. It's a modest Highland peak near Inverness - nothing that'll have you gasping for breath for hours on end, though the final push to the summit does bite back a bit.

You get proper Highland scenery up there. The kind where you can see across to the Cairngorms on a clear day, which isn't every day in these parts, to be fair. The peak itself is relatively straightforward, making it ideal for walkers who want the satisfaction of reaching the top without needing a full weekend. Allow a couple of hours there and back from the car park, though plenty of people stretch it out for a picnic or just to absorb the quiet.

This works brilliantly as part of a Highland holiday centred around Inverness. If you're staying at Tomatin Glamping Pods - which is only a few miles away - you could easily combine it with other local walks or a trip into town for supplies. The drive from Inverness is straightforward enough that you won't waste half the morning getting there.

Who benefits most? Walkers looking for something achievable rather than epic, families with older kids who won't grumble at a decent incline. History types might be less gripped - it's a nature walk rather than a heritage trail. Winter conditions can make it trickier, so spring through autumn is your sweet spot.