Lurg Loch

Lurg Loch sits quietly in the landscape between Kinross and the Ochil Hills, a freshwater loch that doesn't announce itself loudly but rewards those who find it. The water's surface reflects whatever sky you get on the day you visit - sometimes brooding grey, sometimes brilliant blue - and the surrounding hills rise up at a gentle pace rather than dramatically.

It's a walker's spot more than anything. The loch itself isn't vast, so you're not looking at a day-long circuit unless you fancy a proper trek into the surrounding moorland. Most people spend an hour or two on the path around the water's edge, which is straightforward and works well for families with reasonably confident walkers. The views across to the Ochils are genuinely good, particularly in late afternoon light when the hills turn warm and detailed.

This is one for people who like their countryside without the crowds. You won't find a café or shop, so bring what you need. Free to visit, naturally. If you're staying at Fossoway Cabins - just four and a half miles away - Lurg Loch makes a sensible morning outing before settling in for the afternoon. The loch works as a gentle warm-up to the bigger walks the region offers, rather than a destination in its own right. Worth the detour if you're in Kinross, particularly if you're already exploring the Ochil foothills.