Meall an Fhuarain Mhoir

The walk up Meall an Fhuarain Mhoir isn't complicated, but it's proper rewarding. This Highland peak sits close to Kyle, making it a solid half-day option if you're camped at Glenshiel or just passing through. The summit's no Cairngorm - you're looking at around 2,500 feet of hill rather than anything Alpine - but the views across to the wider massif make the effort worthwhile.

What you actually do here is walk. There's no visitor centre, no facilities, just a path and some decent gradient. Most walkers allow two to three hours for the round trip, depending on fitness and how often you stop to catch your breath. The approach from Kyle is straightforward enough, and on a clear day you'll see proper distance across the Highlands. Rain, though, and it becomes a slog through bog.

It's the sort of hill that suits experienced walkers or anyone who's comfortable in Scottish weather - kids might find it dull if they're expecting cable cars and ice cream vans. Families staying at Glenshiel who fancy something beyond the campsite would be better off with an easier lochan walk. But if you're here for genuine hillwalking rather than a holiday park with attractions, this delivers. Go early, pack a waterproof that actually works, and don't expect mobile signal at the top.