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Boyles Road

QLDUnclassified road7.7 km16 segments
2.4Sports
5.5Safety
7.7 kmTotal length
16Segments
1Recorded crashes
15Grey spot segments
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Boyles Road is a 8 km sealed road in Queensland, Australia. It scores 8.0/10 for 4WDs with highly technical corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores
2.4/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
4.0/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
8.0/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
2.6/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 16 segments
Poor (<4)100%

Sports score IQR: 2.4 - 2.4

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed23%Unsealed77%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
3.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
9.2
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
7.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classUnclassified road
8.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
9.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Road intel
Grey spots15 of 16 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 exposureHigh
Average wind exposure across segments, based on measured wind speed, terrain and shelter. Relevant for motorcycles and caravans.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 16 segments· 24 years of data
1
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Serious injuries
15
Grey spots

Source: State crash data linked to road geometry. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit.

When is this road risky?
Crash conditions - share of recorded crashes by circumstance

Wet road crashes

Crashes that occurred in wet conditions

25%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

0%

Based on 24 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
Wet road exposure73%
Night driving risk71%
Wind exposure60%
Sun glare risk49%
Wildlife strike risk10%

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

Segments
Top 26 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#96320019Asphalt0.50 km8.58.58.5#96320015Asphalt0.50 km8.18.18.1#96320016Asphalt0.50 km8.18.18.1#96320017Asphalt0.50 km8.18.18.1#96320018Asphalt0.50 km7.97.87.9#96320020Asphalt0.08 km5.65.36.2#96320021Asphalt0.05 km5.35.05.8#97004242Unpaved0.50 km2.44.94.0#97004243Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#97004244Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#97004245Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#97004246Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#97004248Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#97004249Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#97004250Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#97004251Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#97004253Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#97004255Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#96273386Unpaved0.29 km2.46.04.0#97004256Unpaved0.41 km2.46.04.0#97004247Unpaved0.26 km2.46.04.0#96273385Unpaved0.14 km2.46.04.0#96273384Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#97004238Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#97004239Unpaved0.50 km2.45.44.0#97004240Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/boyles-road-qldRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
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Councils & Government

This road is part of QLD'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 Boyles Road?+

Boyles Road is approximately 8 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Boyles Road sealed?+

Yes. Boyles Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Boyles Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Boyles Road scores 6.0/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Boyles Road in a caravan?+

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

Are there any dangerous sections on Boyles Road?+

Contour has identified 15 grey spots on Boyles 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: 24 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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