An Corran Beach

About

Dinosaur footprints can still be seen today

Why go

• Walk in the footsteps of dinosaurs
• Sense of discovery when you finally spot one is exhilarating
• Unforgettable experience

Must try

• Hunt for 165-million-year-old dinosaur footprints
• See dinosaur footprints belonging to the Megalosaurus
• Look for dinosaur footprints

Pro tips

• Plan your visit for low tide for the best chance of spotting them
• Aim for mid-low tide for the best chance of spotting them
• Parking lot at the famous dinosaur beach, very popular but also many spots
• Circular walk starting from the village of Staffin
• Head to the stony outcrop on the beach

Good to know

• Visibility affected by storms, seaweed, and tide times
• It's really slippery here, so be very, very careful
• Dog poop everywhere

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Rating

4.6 / 5 (1354 reviews)

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