Rubha nam Brathairean, also known as Brother’s Point, marks the easternmost point of Trotternish and is one of the few crowd-free spots on the touristy road.
It doesn’t have a big parking area like other attractions, and the walk’s entry point is easy to miss; look out for the sign past the holiday cottages.
The walking route varies between grass, muddy paths, boggy areas, and pebbles and takes around an hour to complete.
There are also dinosaur footprints – peel your eyes from the horizon and look down to see how many you can find!
Getting There & Parking
Brother’s Point, or Rubha nam Brathairean, is a small headland off the A855 on Trotternish, between Portree and the northern loop. Parking is very limited – a couple of small lay-bys – so it stays much quieter than the Storr just down the road.
From the road a rough path drops toward the coast and out along the headland. It is uneven in places and involves a short scramble near the point, so it suits confident walkers.
What to See
The reward is a dramatic finger of land jutting into the sea, with the ruins of an old chapel and shieling on the way and cliffs falling away on both sides. It feels wild and empty in a way the big-name sights no longer do.
On the rock shelves near the shore you can find dinosaur footprints preserved in the stone, a reminder that Skye is one of the best places in the world for Jurassic finds. They take some looking for and are easiest at lower tide.
Best Time & Tips
- Go at lower tide for the best chance of spotting the footprints
- The final section involves a short scramble, so it is not for everyone
- Parking is tiny, so have a plan B if the lay-bys are full
- Being far quieter than the Storr is exactly the appeal
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there really dinosaur footprints at Brother’s Point?
Yes. Preserved prints can be found on the rock shelves near the shore, easiest to spot at lower tide. Skye is one of the world’s richest areas for Jurassic finds.
Is the Brother’s Point walk difficult?
It is moderate but involves uneven ground and a short scramble near the point, so it suits confident walkers rather than casual strollers.
Why is Brother’s Point quieter than other Skye sights?
Parking is limited to a couple of small lay-bys, which keeps numbers down. That makes it a peaceful alternative to the busy Old Man of Storr nearby.