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Bogong High Plains Road

VICSecondary road66.1 km176 segmentsC531
9.2Sports
66.1 kmTotal length
176Segments
184Grey spot segments

Bogong High Plains Road is a 66 km sealed secondary route in Victoria, Australia. It scores 9.2/10 for sports cars with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for EVs and motorcycles and 4WDs.

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Vehicle scores
9.2/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
9.1/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
9.2/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
8.4/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
3.0/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 176 segments
Excellent (8+)80%Good (6-8)15%Fair (4-6)4%Poor (<4)1%

Sports score IQR: 8.4 - 9.5

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
10.0
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
10.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classSecondary road
8.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
10.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
10.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 176 segments
184
Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for VIC. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit - these are flagged regardless of crash history.

Traffic volume
Annual average daily traffic
362vehicles per day (median)

Coverage: 55% of segments have AADT data. Based on traffic count surveys - actual volumes vary by season.

Segments
Top 1 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#109042659Asphalt0.01 km6.05.56.1
Showing top 1 of 176 segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
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Councils & Government

This road is part of VIC'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 Bogong High Plains Road?+

Bogong High Plains Road is approximately 66 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Bogong High Plains Road sealed?+

Yes. Bogong High Plains Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Bogong High Plains Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Bogong High Plains Road scores 9.1/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Bogong High Plains Road in a caravan?+

Not recommended. Bogong High Plains Road scores 3.0/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is Bogong High Plains Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Bogong High Plains Road scores 9.2/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

Are there any dangerous sections on Bogong High Plains Road?+

Contour has identified 184 grey spots on Bogong High Plains 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: 22 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.