Manly Wormhole, Cave tunnel and coastal trail near Queenscliff Beach, Sydney, Australia
Manly Wormhole is a natural rock tunnel carved through the coastal cliffs near Sydney that links two sandy beaches together. The passage cuts directly through stone and features an opening at its far end that frames views of the ocean.
Local fishermen hand-carved this tunnel through the rock in 1908 to create a faster route between the beaches. The shortcut allowed them to avoid scrambling over hazardous boulders along the shoreline.
The tunnel has transformed from a practical pathway for fishermen into a photography destination, gaining recognition through social media platforms.
Reaching the site involves a walk of about 20 minutes from the main wharf, then careful scrambling over rock formations along the way. The easiest passage through happens at low tide when water levels drop and access becomes safer.
A large pink heart painted on the cliff face shows visitors exactly where the hidden tunnel entrance is located. This marker has become a recognizable feature that helps people find what might otherwise be easily missed.
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