Am Bodach

The walk up Am Bodach isn't a gentle stroll. You're looking at a proper fell that demands respect, rising 902 metres above Kinlochleven with views that stretch across the grey-green mountains of the southern Highlands. Start from the village itself and you're grafting uphill for a good two hours before the summit rewards you with sight lines towards Ben Nevis and the Mamores range.

This one's for walkers with some experience under their belt, not a family afternoon out. The path is well-trodden but steep in places, and weather here can turn on you quickly. Allow at least four hours for the round trip, longer if you're not rushed. The best time to go is May through September when the paths aren't boggy and visibility tends to be clearer.

It works brilliantly as part of a longer Highlands campaign. You're minutes from Blackwater Hostel if you want a base with a bit of atmosphere, or Glen Nevis Caravan & Camping Park gives you the full campsite setup just up the road. The Mamores Walk uses some of these same trails, so if you're doing multiple peaks in the area, you can link them together.

The real draw here isn't a monument or a cafe at the top. It's the walking itself and the mountain air. On a clear day the Highlands unfold beneath you like something from an old film. Worth the effort, but be honest about your fitness level before you set out.