Pittendreich Hill

The walk up Pittendreich Hill rewards you with views across Perthshire that make the climb entirely worthwhile. It's not a punishing ascent - more of a steady plod that takes the better part of an hour depending on your fitness - but the payoff is genuine 360-degree landscape. You get the Tay Valley spread below, forested slopes rolling away, and on clear days the Highland peaks holding court on the horizon.

This is walker territory, full stop. Families with young legs will manage it fine, though toddlers will find it tedious. Serious hikers treating it as a quick morning jaunt before heading elsewhere will appreciate the brevity without sacrificing views. History buffs get less to chew on here - it's about the walk and the vistas, not ancient sites or industrial archaeology.

Blairgowrie sits just down the road, so you're well-positioned to add this to a wider Perthshire explore. If you're based at Five Roads Caravan Park nearby, it makes for a cracking day out without needing transport. The hill itself is free to access and you can do it in under three hours round-trip, leaving afternoon space for other pursuits.

The ground can be boggy after rain, so pick your day. Early morning or late afternoon light transforms the views completely - worth timing your visit for either if you're keen on photography. Worth the detour? Yes, if you're in the area and your legs are up for it.