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Shothole Canyon Road

WAUnclassified road12.4 km28 segments
2.4Sports
6.1Safety
12.4 kmTotal length
28Segments
17Grey spot segments
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Shothole Canyon Road is a 12 km unsealed road in Western Australia, Australia. It scores 6.6/10 for 4WDs with flowing corners and fair surface.

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Punteggi per veicolo
2.4/10
SPTSportStrade asfaltate, tortuosità, passi di montagna
5.5/10
MOTMotoCurve strette, tornanti, strade tecniche
4.0/10
EVEVManto liscio, strade asfaltate, amico dell'autonomia
6.6/10
4x44x4Accesso ghiaia, idoneità fuoristrada
2.6/10
VANCaravanAsfalto liscio, pendenze dolci, nessun passo ripido
Distribuzione qualità dei tratti
Punteggio Sport - 28 tratti
Scarso (<4)100%

IQR punteggio Sport: 2.4 - 2.4

Surface
Surface coverage
Unsealed100%
Dettaglio del punteggio
Punteggi mediani dei componenti su tutti i tratti
Manto
5.0
Qualità mediana del manto. Asfalto liscio = 10. Chipseal = 8. Ghiaia = 5.
Tortuosità
7.4
Tortuosità mediana. Punteggi più alti significano più curve per chilometro.
Velocità
4.2
Adeguatezza del limite di velocità. Punto ideale a 60-110 km/h.
Classe stradaUnclassified road
8.0
Classificazione stradale. Le autostrade hanno zero. Le strade terziarie hanno 9.
Traffico
9.0
Densità di traffico stimata. Meno traffico = punteggio più alto.
Dislivello
5.2
Variazione di altitudine per chilometro. Più salita = punteggio più alto.
Road intel
Grey spots17 of 28 segments
Segments where curvature is tighter than the posted speed limit. Geometry alone flags these as higher risk, no crash history required.
Wet riskElevated
Average wet sensitivity across segments, based on surface, drainage, gradient and local rainfall.
Night riskPresent
Visibility at night across the road, weighted by lighting, tree canopy density and curves.
Wind exposureModerate
Average wind exposure across segments, based on measured wind speed, terrain and shelter. Relevant for motorcycles and caravans.
Sun glarePresent
East-west segments exposed to sunrise and sunset glare, adjusted for tree cover.
Storico incidenti
Aggregato su 28 tratti· 5 anni di dati
17
Zone grigie

Il collegamento dei registri incidenti non è ancora disponibile per WA. Le zone grigie sono tratti dove la geometria di curvatura non corrisponde al limite di velocità - vengono segnalate indipendentemente dallo storico incidenti.

Ambiente stradale
Indicatori di rischio derivati da geometria e clima
Esposizione strada bagnata58%
Rischio guida notturna62%
Esposizione al vento54%
Rischio abbagliamento solare81%
Rischio impatto fauna11%

Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.

Segments
Top 28 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#141477953Gravel0.16 km2.46.04.0#141477929Gravel0.51 km2.46.04.0#141477951Gravel0.65 km2.46.04.0#141477950Gravel0.48 km2.46.04.0#141477949Gravel0.41 km2.46.04.0#141477948Gravel0.36 km2.46.04.0#141477947Gravel0.44 km2.46.04.0#141477944Gravel0.36 km2.46.04.0#141477943Gravel0.48 km2.46.04.0#141477942Gravel0.56 km2.46.04.0#141477940Gravel0.65 km2.46.04.0#141477939Gravel0.41 km2.46.04.0#141477938Gravel0.40 km2.46.04.0#141477937Gravel0.65 km2.46.04.0#141477936Gravel0.38 km2.46.04.0#141477935Gravel0.57 km2.46.04.0#141477934Gravel0.50 km2.46.04.0#141477933Gravel0.42 km2.46.04.0#141477946Gravel0.39 km2.46.04.0#141477928Gravel0.49 km2.43.84.0#141477952Gravel0.04 km2.44.34.0#141477932Gravel0.39 km2.43.84.0#141477945Gravel0.38 km2.46.04.0#141477931Gravel0.50 km2.43.84.0#141477930Gravel0.48 km2.43.84.0#141477926Gravel0.50 km2.44.84.0#141477927Gravel0.50 km2.43.84.0#141477941Gravel0.36 km2.46.04.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/shothole-canyon-road-waRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
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Councils & Government

This road is part of WA's road network. Contour scores every road in Australia for surface condition, curviness, grey spot classification, and 4WD track passability. If your organisation manages this road or promotes tourism in the region, this data is available via API.

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Frequently asked questions
How long is Shothole Canyon Road?+

Shothole Canyon Road is approximately 12 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 10 minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Shothole Canyon Road sealed?+

No. Shothole Canyon Road is unsealed for its entire scored length. A vehicle suited to gravel or dirt is recommended.

Is Shothole Canyon Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Shothole Canyon Road scores 5.5/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Shothole Canyon Road in a caravan?+

Not recommended. Shothole Canyon Road scores 2.6/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is Shothole Canyon Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Yes. Shothole Canyon Road scores 6.6/10 for 4WDs, with the right mix of surface and terrain character to be worth the trip.

Are there any dangerous sections on Shothole Canyon Road?+

Contour has identified 17 grey spots on Shothole Canyon Road - sections where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.

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Road data last updated: 2 May 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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