Kincaldrum Hill Trig Point

The walk up Kincaldrum Hill is proper rewarding, especially on a clear day when you can see for miles across Aberdeenshire. The trig point itself sits at the summit - a standard Ordnance Survey marker that's been there for decades, marking out the landscape for walkers and locals alike. It's not a dramatic peak, more a steady climb through moorland with decent views over Forfar and the surrounding countryside.

You're looking at a straightforward hike of maybe an hour or so from the base, depending on your fitness. The terrain is manageable rather than technical, so it works for keen walkers without being punishing. Families with older kids would manage it fine, though younger ones might find the final stretch a bit tedious. The real payoff comes at the top - that sense of having earned a genuine panorama.

This is the sort of spot that fits perfectly into a Highland park break. If you're staying at Greenhillock Glamping just down the road, Kincaldrum makes an excellent half-day outing without requiring special kit or complicated logistics. There's something satisfying about bagging a proper summit marker, even if it's not technically a mountain. Go early or late in the day if you can - the light's better and you'll dodge any midges that might be about. Free, obviously. Bring a decent map or download an offline trail app, as signage can be sparse.