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Best driving roads near Rockhampton, QLD

Rockhampton is the gateway to the Capricorn Coast and the Great Dividing Range's central Queensland section.

Roads scored
20
Median RQS
7.5/10
Total kilometres
36 km
ProfileAllSportsMotorcycleEV4WDCaravan
SurfaceAll surfacesSealedMixedUnsealed
Min scoreAny score6+7+8+
  1. 01

    Coal Road

    QLDSecondary24 km139.8 km away2 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  2. 02

    Alaire Heights Road

    QLDResidential2 km120.8 km away
    8.1
    RQS
  3. 03

    Connemara Drive

    QLDResidential0 km149.1 km away
    7.8
    RQS
  4. 04

    Veivers Street

    QLDResidential0 km119.3 km away
    7.8
    RQS
  5. 05

    Hall Street South

    QLDResidential0 km119.3 km away
    7.6
    RQS
  6. 06

    East Street

    QLDResidential1 km119.9 km away
    7.7
    RQS
  7. 07

    Newman Road

    QLDResidential1 km138.5 km away
    8.0
    RQS
  8. 08

    Sir Raymond Huish Drive

    QLDResidential1 km145.6 km away
    7.5
    RQS
  9. 09

    Widderick Street

    QLDResidential0 km84 km away
    7.6
    RQS
  10. 10

    West Street

    QLDResidential1 km119.4 km away
    7.5
    RQS
  11. 11

    Samuel Crescent

    QLDResidential1 km147.8 km away
    7.4
    RQS
  12. 12

    Gremalis Drive

    QLDResidential1 km147.8 km away
    7.5
    RQS
  13. 13

    Mills Avenue

    QLDResidential1 km149.5 km away
    7.6
    RQS
  14. 14

    Riley Drive

    QLDResidential1 km137.4 km away
    7.6
    RQS
  15. 15

    Wood Street

    QLDResidential1 km125.6 km away
    7.5
    RQS
  16. 16

    Considine Street

    QLDResidential0 km143.5 km away
    7.2
    RQS
  17. 17

    Victoria Parade

    QLDResidential1 km145.7 km away
    7.3
    RQS
  18. 18

    Casuarina Court

    QLDResidential0 km148.7 km away
    7.4
    RQS
  19. 19

    Halford Street

    QLDResidential1 km149.4 km away
    7.4
    RQS
  20. 20

    Lyons Street Access

    QLDResidential0 km119.3 km away
    7.3
    RQS

The Mount Archer circuit directly above the city offers a short, steep technical drive. The Capricorn Highway west runs into the Dawson Range and coal country. North along the Bruce Highway, the Mount Morgan Range and the road to Yeppoon give two distinct coastal and inland options.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best driving roads near Rockhampton?+

Contour's top three scored roads near Rockhampton are Coal Road (QLD, RQS 8.8/10, 139.8 km away); Alaire Heights Road (QLD, RQS 8.1/10, 120.8 km away); Connemara Drive (QLD, RQS 7.8/10, 149.1 km away). All are within a two-hour touring drive of the city.

How far should I drive from Rockhampton to find a great road?+

The nearest excellent-rated road (RQS 8+) is Coal Road, about 139.8 km from Rockhampton. Plenty of good options sit closer if you don't want the full drive.

Are there good motorcycle roads near Rockhampton?+

Yes. Coal Road scores 8.7/10 for motorcycles and sits 139.8 km from Rockhampton. Several other strong rides sit within the same radius.

What's the best sealed road near Rockhampton?+

Coal Road is fully sealed and scores 8.8/10 for driving quality. It's 139.8 km from Rockhampton.

Are there any dangerous sections on roads near Rockhampton?+

Contour has identified grey spots on 1 roads within range of Rockhampton - sections where the posted speed limit does not match the road geometry. Coal Road has 2. Take extra care in wet conditions.

When is the best time to drive near Rockhampton?+

Dry and warm year-round; wet season brings flooding risk across low-lying crossings.

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