Sgurr Beag

Sgurr Beag sits at 946 metres in the Five Sisters range, a proper steep scramble that rewards you with views across Glen Shiel and down to Loch Duich. The mountain itself isn't complicated - it's the walk in that sorts the committed from the casual. From Kyle, you're looking at a good three hours' drive to the trailhead, then another four to five hours up and down depending on your fitness. The final push involves some genuine scrambling, nothing technical but you'll definitely know you've climbed something by the time you reach the summit. What makes it worthwhile is the isolation. You won't find crowds here like you might on Ben Nevis. The views stretch properly far on a clear day - worth timing your visit for decent weather because otherwise you're walking into cloud for the payoff. Families with teenagers who fancy a proper mountain day rather than a gentle amble would get a lot from this. Walkers who like a bit of scramble without needing rock climbing experience are the core audience. The ground can be boggy lower down and the ridge itself is exposed when the wind gets up, so it's not a beginner's peak despite the modest height. If you're camping at Glenshiel Campsite - just six miles away - you've got a proper mountain experience on your doorstep without the circus. Allow a full day, start early, and bring waterproofs even if the forecast looks promising.