Bad am Fhithich Mhóir

Bad am Fhithich Mhóir rises above Kyle in the Scottish Highlands - a proper mountain that rewards the effort with views across Loch Duich and west towards the sea. The Gaelic name means "Peak of the Great Raven", and once you're up there, you'll understand why the old name stuck - it's the sort of place where you half expect to see one circling overhead.

The walk itself is straightforward if steep in patches. Most people allow two to three hours return from the trailhead near Kyle, and you'll pass through mixed woodland before breaking out onto open hillside. The summit sits at around 600 metres - high enough to feel like proper mountain air, not so high that you need technical gear. On a clear day you can see down Loch Duich towards Eilean Donan Castle, which is the real draw for many visitors.

Hikers will get the most from this one. It's not a casual family stroll - the gradient gets genuine towards the top - but older kids with decent boots will manage it fine. History buffs might appreciate the Jacobite connections scattered through the glens around here, though the mountain itself is just geology and views.

Stay at Glenshiel Campsite, which sits barely four miles away. Pack a packed lunch and go on a clear day - cloud rolls in fast here and turns the whole thing into a grey slog. Worth the half-day commitment if you're spending time exploring Wester Ross.