Crockanawark

Getting up Crockanawark near Cookstown is a proper bracing walk, rewarding you with views that sprawl across Mid Ulster in a way that most lowland strolls simply cannot match. The peak itself isn't dramatic - there's no sudden summit stone or dramatic rocky outcrop - but what you get instead is space. Real, uncluttered space where you can see the Sperrins roll away to either side and the countryside flattens toward the horizon.

The approach tends to be boggy underfoot in places and the climb is steady rather than steep, which means it's manageable for reasonably fit families, though younger children might find the terrain tedious. Walkers will appreciate the classic Ulster moorland vibe - heather, rough grass, wide skies. There's something honest about it; no café at the top, no visitor centre, just the hill itself.

Allow around two hours for a straightforward up-and-down walk depending on your pace and how long you linger. The best light is late afternoon when the sun catches the far valleys. Weather matters more here than lower walks - wind can pick up quickly and mist can roll in without warning, so check conditions before heading out.

If you're staying at Sperrinview Glamping just 3.4 miles away, this makes an excellent half-day expedition. Combine it with a quieter Cookstown afternoon and you've got a solid day's activity that doesn't require booking or queuing.