Meall an Aodainn

Getting to the summit of Meall an Aodainn is a proper workout, but the views across Glencoe make it worth the graft. This 550-metre peak sits right above Ballachulish, commanding the landscape from both sides - you're looking down the glen one way and out towards the coast the other. The climb takes around two hours from the road, and it's steep in patches, but nothing technical.

Walkers will get the most satisfaction from this one. The path is rough in places and genuinely exposed near the top, so it's not a casual stroll - bring proper boots and check conditions beforehand. On a clear day the views are stunning; on a damp afternoon it's just a slog through mist. Allow three to four hours for the round trip if you're taking your time.

This works brilliantly if you're based at Red Squirrel Campsite or Invercoe just down the road. You're close enough to do it as a morning walk without driving for hours, then head back for lunch. It's the sort of hill that locals do regularly, which tells you something - it's accessible enough for a decent day out but challenging enough to feel like you've actually achieved something.

Go on a settled day with decent visibility. Early morning gives you the quietest experience and the best light for photos. Families with experienced hill walkers would manage it, but younger kids might find the scrambling bits tedious.