Gazing out on wonderful views for miles around, sweat dripping from your brow and a sense of accomplishment offer ample rewards for your endeavours.
And here in Lancashire there are numerous hills to tackle, by yourself, with friends, a walking group, or with your family.
Here are seven magnificent hill walks for you to try and if you want to find out more about each route and find more great walks, click here
Here are seven magnificent hill walks for you to try and if you want to find out more about each route and find more great walks, click here
. Darwen Hill
A picturesque walk through the woods of Roddlesworth, passing a wishing well and continuing onward to Darwen Moors and Tower Photo: jpi
5. Crown Point
This summit has fantastic views of East Lancashire and the Pennines and you may be familiar with the sculpture that sits atop it, The Singing Ringing Tree Photo: jpi
6. Clougha Pike
Clougha Pike - another breathtaking Lancashire hill overlooking Lancaster and Morecambe Bay Photo: jpi
7. Longridge Fell
Longridge Fell - at 1,148 feet, the summit of this long, sloping hill offers sweeping views in all directions Photo: jpi