Leacainn

The walk up Leacainn from Newtonmore is a proper hill-bag for a Scottish afternoon rather than an epic expedition. You're looking at a modest peak on the eastern flank of the Monadhliath range, which means the views aren't quite as dramatic as the big Cairngorm names, but that's precisely why it works well if you're based at Laggan Glamping and fancy something achievable without a pre-dawn start.

The ascent is straightforward enough - about an hour and a half to the summit - and the path is generally well-trodden. On a clear day you'll clock decent views across the Central Highlands, though I won't pretend the panorama is what keeps climbers coming back. What does work in Leacainn's favour is how few people bother with it. You'll avoid the hordes that swamp the bigger peaks, and the ridge walking at the top has a certain charm if the weather plays along.

It's decent for hill-walkers with decent legs, less so for young children unless they're the type who'll march without complaint for two hours. There's no charge, no visitor centre, no facilities - just a mountain. Allow three to four hours for the full round trip if you're not racing. Early morning is best; afternoon clouds roll in fast here. If you're staying nearby, it pairs well with walks around Laggan itself, though you'll want to tackle Leacainn itself when conditions are clear.