Suie Hill

The views from Suie Hill's summit catch you properly off guard - you're looking out across the Galloway Forest and rolling moorland that stretches for miles, with Newton Stewart visible away to the south. It's not a massive peak by Scottish standards, but the walk rewards steady legs and a bit of huffing. Most people manage the climb in under an hour, though you'll want to budget two hours minimum if you're starting from the car park and fancy a proper look about at the top.

Historically, this is Lowland walking rather than Highland drama, which means the terrain is manageable for reasonably fit families and keen walkers. The undergrowth can get thick in places, and after wet weather the ground's boggy - bring proper boots, not trainers. On a clear day it's genuinely worth the effort. On a grey day, less so.

If you're staying at Galloway Forest Holiday Park just down the road, this makes a straightforward afternoon excursion. The park itself offers good facilities for a few nights, and Suie Hill gives you something to do that doesn't involve sitting in a car touring other attractions. There's no coffee shop on the summit and no facilities at the top, so bring water and maybe a sandwich if you're planning to linger. It's the sort of walk that appeals to people who actually like walking, not those hoping for a tourist experience with a gift shop at the end.