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Cardstone Road

QLDSecondary road13.1 km33 segments
9.2Sports
13.1 kmTotal length
33Segments
2Recorded crashes
32Grey spot segments
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Cardstone Road is a 13 km sealed secondary route in Queensland, 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 and caravans.

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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
7.6/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 33 segments
Excellent (8+)76%Good (6-8)24%

Sports score IQR: 8.6 - 9.3

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
7.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
9.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 33 segments· 24 years of data
2
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
1
Serious injuries
32
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

50%

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
6.8/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure53%
Night driving risk62%
Wind exposure60%
Sun glare risk78%
Wildlife strike risk11%

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

Segments
Top 34 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#96136651Asphalt0.50 km9.39.29.3#96136628Asphalt0.50 km9.39.29.3#96136635Asphalt0.50 km9.39.29.3#96136640Asphalt0.50 km9.39.29.3#96136633Asphalt0.50 km9.39.29.3#96136626Asphalt0.50 km9.39.29.3#96136624Asphalt0.50 km9.39.29.3#96136632Asphalt0.50 km9.39.29.3#96136625Asphalt0.50 km9.39.29.3#96136627Asphalt0.50 km9.39.29.3#96136699Asphalt0.50 km9.39.29.3#97304803Asphalt0.50 km9.39.29.3#96136681Asphalt0.50 km9.29.19.2#96136658Asphalt0.50 km9.29.19.2#97304804Asphalt0.43 km9.29.19.2#96136638Asphalt0.50 km9.29.19.2#96136655Asphalt0.50 km9.29.19.2#96136680Asphalt0.50 km9.29.19.2#96136677Asphalt0.50 km9.29.19.2#96136682Asphalt0.50 km9.29.19.2#96136629Asphalt0.50 km9.08.99.0#96136630Asphalt0.33 km8.98.89.0#96136661Asphalt0.27 km8.98.89.0#96136643Asphalt0.50 km8.88.78.7#96136646Asphalt0.48 km8.88.78.7#96136702Asphalt0.50 km8.68.58.5#97304805Asphalt0.10 km7.57.27.9#96136649Asphalt0.10 km7.16.87.5#96136679Asphalt0.05 km6.96.67.4#96136678Asphalt0.03 km6.66.37.2#96136705Asphalt0.06 km6.46.06.8#97304799Asphalt0.03 km6.46.06.8#96136631Asphalt0.17 km6.25.86.4#97304798Asphalt0.04 km6.15.76.3
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/cardstone-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 Cardstone Road?+

Cardstone Road is approximately 13 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Cardstone Road sealed?+

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

Is Cardstone Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Cardstone 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 Cardstone Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Cardstone Road scores 7.6/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Cardstone Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Cardstone 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 Cardstone Road?+

Contour has identified 32 grey spots on Cardstone 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: 16 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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