Mynydd Drws-Y-Coed

The walk up Mynydd Drws-Y-Coed isn't long, but it pays proper dividends. You're looking at a straightforward climb from near Caernarfon that rewards you with views across Snowdonia - the kind of vistas that make you understand why people move to Wales. The peak itself is modest compared to its neighbours, which actually works in its favour. You get the sense of achievement without needing mountaineering experience or spending half the day on the trail.

This is walker territory, pure and simple. Families with older kids will manage it fine, though the youngest might find the ascent a slog. The real appeal here is the quiet - you won't fight crowds like you do on the bigger peaks. Allow an hour to ninety minutes up and down, depending on fitness and how long you linger at the top.

Stay at one of the nearby campsites - Talymignedd is practically on your doorstep at just over a mile away, while Beddgelert sits at 2.5 miles if you want a slightly larger setup. Bryn Dinas and Ty'n Llan offer camping pods if you're not keen on canvas, and they're all within easy striking distance. The walk itself is free, naturally. Go on a clear day - the cloud rolls in fast around here, and there's nothing to see when it does. Winter can make the paths slippery, so stick to spring through autumn.