East Point

The walk up to East Point rewards you with one of those views that makes the climb worthwhile. From Dunkeld, it's a straightforward trek that takes most people between 45 minutes and an hour depending on fitness and how often you stop to catch your breath. The path itself is well-trodden and fairly obvious, winding uphill through mixed woodland before opening onto moorland with proper expansive views across the Tay valley and beyond.

What you're really after is the vantage point itself. On a clear day the sight lines stretch for miles, with the distant hills forming layers of ridges that fade into the haze. It's the kind of spot where you genuinely understand why people bothered to live in these hills. Walkers will get genuine value from this - it's not a casual stroll, but it's not a full day's commitment either. Families with older kids will manage it fine, though younger ones might find the steady incline tedious.

Timing matters here. Early morning or late afternoon light transforms the landscape entirely, casting long shadows across the valleys. Avoid midday if you can. The weather can turn quickly, so check the forecast before heading up.

If you're based at Inver Mill Farm Caravan Park or Erigmore Holiday Park nearby, this makes an excellent morning walk that leaves you back for lunch. It's proper Perthshire walking - unflashy but genuinely satisfying.