Lamh Dhearg

The walk up Lamh Dhearg is a proper hill workout, and that's exactly why people come here. This Perthshire peak rises steeply above the rolling farmland north of Blairgowrie, and on a clear day the views stretch across Tayside towards the Cairngorms. The name means 'red hand' in Gaelic, though you won't find any obvious explanation for it once you're up there - just moorland, wind, and honestly quite impressive vistas if the weather cooperates.

You're looking at a solid two to three hours for the round trip, depending on your fitness. It's not a technical scramble, just relentless uphill through open moorland with decent path markers most of the way. Walkers who've tackled Ben Lomond or Schichallion won't find it particularly daunting, but it's steep enough that families with young kids might struggle with the pace. The summit itself is modest - more cairn than landmark - but the effort feels justified when you can actually see something.

There's no visitor centre or facilities, so bring water and appropriate kit. The best window is May through September when the ground's firmer and the daylight longer. Winter ascents are possible but require proper experience.

If you're staying at Glenshee Glamping nearby, this makes an excellent half-day expedition before heading back for an evening drink. It slots well into a Perthshire holiday where you're mixing proper walks with more relaxed pottering around villages.