Oak Hill

Oak Hill rises just east of Waltham Cross, offering proper views across Hertfordshire if you're willing to climb. It's not a mountain - let's be honest - but for a county that's mostly flat, this hilltop gives you genuine perspective on the landscape. The walk up takes twenty minutes or so, and once you're there, the surrounding countryside opens out in a way it doesn't from ground level.

It works best for families who don't mind a gentle ascent and walkers after a quick leg-stretcher rather than a full-day expedition. The views reward the effort without demanding hours of your time. There's something satisfying about reaching the top and getting your bearings across the Lea Valley.

If you're camped at Lee Valley Campsite in Sewardstone or Fowley Mead Park nearby, Oak Hill makes for a straightforward morning outing. It's close enough that you won't spend the afternoon just driving, but far enough from camp to feel like a proper activity. The approach is woodland in places, which keeps things interesting. Bring decent shoes - it can get muddy after rain - and time your visit for clear weather if you want to make the most of that view. Lunchtime on a weekday tends quieter than weekends, when locals pile up here for the fresh air.