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Best unsealed driving roads in South Australia

These are the best-rated unsealed roads in South Australia, ordered by sports RQS. Gravel and dirt surfaces dominate - plan for a vehicle suited to loose surfaces and check recent community condition reports before heading out.

SurfaceSealedUnsealed
  1. 01

    Diggings Road

    Secondary2 km5 segments3 grey spots
    8.1
    RQS
  2. 02

    Glen Bold Road

    Secondary2 km4 segments3 grey spots
    8.0
    RQS
  3. 03

    Yelki Road

    Residential1 km2 segments2 grey spots
    7.1
    RQS
  4. 04

    Ashenden Road

    Residential1 km2 segments2 grey spots
    7.0
    RQS
  5. 05

    McBeath Drive

    Residential1 km2 segments1 grey spot
    6.7
    RQS
  6. 06

    Loud Road

    Residential1 km2 segments2 grey spots
    6.7
    RQS
  7. 07

    Shanks Road

    Residential1 km3 segments5 grey spots
    6.7
    RQS
  8. 08

    Mi Mi Road

    Residential1 km4 segments4 grey spots
    6.6
    RQS
  9. 09

    Chapman Drive

    Residential1 km3 segments3 grey spots
    6.6
    RQS
  10. 10

    Mountford Avenue

    Residential1 km3 segments1 grey spot
    6.6
    RQS
  11. 11

    Olave Hill Road

    Residential2 km7 segments6 grey spots
    6.6
    RQS
  12. 12

    Trumara Road

    Residential1 km3 segments2 grey spots
    6.6
    RQS
  13. 13

    Nation Ridge Road

    Residential1 km3 segments3 grey spots
    6.6
    RQS
  14. 14

    Allumba Drive

    Residential1 km3 segments3 grey spots
    6.6
    RQS
  15. 15

    Turnbull Drive

    Residential1 km2 segments2 grey spots
    6.5
    RQS
  16. 16

    Murphy Road

    Residential2 km5 segments52 grey spots
    6.4
    RQS
  17. 17

    Horndale Drive

    Residential1 km2 segments1 grey spot
    6.3
    RQS
  18. 18

    Alderley Road

    Residential0 km2 segments2 grey spots
    6.3
    RQS
  19. 19

    Amanda Drive

    Residential1 km2 segments2 grey spots
    6.3
    RQS
  20. 20

    Kokoda Road

    Residential0 km2 segments15 grey spots
    6.3
    RQS

Unsealed roads in South Australia range from well-graded rural gravel to rough bush tracks. Condition changes fast after wet weather - Contour's community condition reports are the best early signal for anything recently impacted.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best unsealed driving roads in South Australia?+

The page above lists Contour's top-scored unsealed roads in South Australia, ordered by sports RQS. These are gravel, dirt, or compacted surface roads.

What vehicle do I need for these roads?+

Most are accessible to passenger vehicles in good conditions, but a 4WD or high-clearance vehicle is often safer. Check the 4WD RQS and any grey spot flags on each road page for specifics.

Do these roads close in wet weather?+

Many unsealed roads become impassable after rain. Check community condition reports on each road page before heading out, and allow extra time for slower progress on damp gravel.

Scores reflect road geometry, surface quality, traffic density, and crash history. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.