CrookedStane Rig

The walk up to Crookedstone Rig rewards you with views across the Lowland moorland that stretch for miles. It's not the highest summit in South Lanarkshire - nowhere near - but the exposed position means you get proper vistas without the slog of climbing something like Tinto nearby. The rock formation that gives it its name is visible enough, though it's hardly a dramatic landmark; more a geological curiosity than a show-stopper. Biggar sits close by to the north, so you've got somewhere to grab a pie afterwards.

This is a straightforward walk rather than a scramble, which makes it ideal for anyone wanting moorland scenery without technical difficulty. You're looking at two to three hours depending on which route you take from the valley floor. The paths can be boggy after rain - standard Scottish Lowland fare - so proper boots are wise.

Historically minded walkers will appreciate that you're crossing old drove routes here, though there's not much interpretation on the ground. Families will find it manageable if kids are competent at hill walking; the gradient is steady rather than punishing. The real draw is solitude. On a clear day this feels genuinely remote, though you're only a short drive from Biggar.

If you're based at Mount View Caravan Park down the road, it makes a cracking afternoon sortie. Weather dictates whether the views pay off - come on a hazy day and you'll question the detour. Pick a crisp autumn morning and you'll understand why locals rate it.