Australia, New South Wales
Sea cliff bridge curves out over the ocean below the Illawarra escarpment.
Length
90 km
In miles
55.9 mi
Driving time
2 hr 15 min
Atlas rating
8.8 / 10
The run
Sydney to Wollongong, following the B65. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Open year round in normal conditions, with the usual care after rain or frost.
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