Culteuchar

You'll find Culteuchar sitting quietly in the rolling landscape between Perth and the Sidlaws - not a dramatic peak, but the kind of walk that rewards you with proper views across Perthshire without requiring mountaineering experience. It's a straightforward hill walk that takes the best part of two hours round trip, depending on your pace and how long you linger at the top.

The summit itself isn't marked by anything grand - no trig point, no cairn to speak of - but that's rather the appeal. On a clear day you get a decent panorama of the valley below and the hills rippling away towards the Highlands. The approach is through farmland and moorland, so it's gentle going for families with older kids who don't mind a proper walk. Younger children might find it a bit of a slog without much to break up the ascent.

There's no visitor infrastructure - bring your own water and snacks - and access is via public footpaths, so timing isn't really an issue. Winter can be muddy underfoot, so go after a dry spell if you can. The real value here is combining it with a broader exploration of the area. You're well-positioned from Maycroft Retreat or Perth Caravan Park & Camp Site to tackle this alongside other local walks or a day in Perth itself. It's not the sort of peak that'll stay with you for years, but it's a solid few hours outdoors and keeps the legs working without being tedious.