Sron a Chlachain

The walk up Sron a Chlachain rewards you with views over Loch Tay that make the scramble genuinely worthwhile. It's a proper hill rather than a stroll - steep in places, with loose scree that demands respect - but nothing that'll stop a reasonably fit walker. The summit sits at just over 700 metres, so you're not tackling Ben Lawers next door, but that's rather the point: this is a hill that delivers drama without the crowds.

From the top you get the full sweep of the loch stretched below, Ben Lawers dominating the far side, and on a clear day the visibility is exceptional. The approach from Killin is straightforward enough, though parking can be tight on weekends. Allow two to three hours return depending on your pace and how long you linger at the top. It's best tackled in decent weather - the path becomes a proper bog fest when wet, and the scree is no joke in rain.

This works brilliantly as a half-day outing if you're based at Loch Tay Highland Lodges nearby. Walkers will love it; families with young children might find the final push tedious. The real appeal is that it's neither too demanding nor forgettable - a cracking spot for anyone wanting a genuine hill experience without the full mountaineering commitment. Go early to avoid the car park chaos, and take the views in properly rather than rushing.