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Catos Road

TASSecondary road22.1 km52 segmentsC421
4.0Sports
22.1 kmTotal length
52Segments
52Grey spot segments
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Catos Road is a 22 km unsealed secondary route in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 8.7/10 for 4WDs with highly technical corners and fair surface.

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Vehicle scores
4.0/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.5/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
4.0/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
8.7/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.0/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 52 segments
Fair (4-6)100%

Sports score IQR: 4.0 - 4.0

Surface
Surface coverage
Unsealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
5.0
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 52 segments· 28 years of data
52
Grey spots

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

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
6.5/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure70%
Night driving risk62%
Wind exposure60%
Sun glare risk60%
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 52 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#108462644Gravel0.48 km4.06.54.0#108462645Gravel0.24 km4.06.54.0#108462646Gravel0.65 km4.06.54.0#108462647Gravel0.11 km4.06.54.0#108462598Gravel0.52 km4.06.54.0#108462600Gravel0.47 km4.06.54.0#108462610Gravel0.65 km4.06.54.0#108462618Gravel0.62 km4.06.54.0#108462634Gravel0.36 km4.06.54.0#108462605Gravel0.47 km4.06.54.0#108462616Gravel0.38 km4.06.54.0#108462629Gravel0.41 km4.06.54.0#108462635Gravel0.63 km4.06.54.0#108462631Gravel0.51 km4.06.54.0#108462597Gravel0.45 km4.06.54.0#108462623Gravel0.04 km4.06.44.0#108462627Gravel0.49 km4.06.54.0#108462628Gravel0.62 km4.06.54.0#108462632Gravel0.42 km4.06.54.0#108462633Gravel0.37 km4.06.54.0#108462639Gravel0.36 km4.06.54.0#108462599Gravel0.65 km4.06.54.0#108462601Gravel0.50 km4.06.54.0#108462611Gravel0.42 km4.06.54.0#108462612Gravel0.41 km4.06.54.0#108462620Gravel0.42 km4.06.54.0#108462604Gravel0.37 km4.06.54.0#108462637Gravel0.47 km4.06.54.0#108462641Gravel0.47 km4.06.54.0#108462603Gravel0.39 km4.06.54.0#108462617Gravel0.35 km4.06.54.0#108462602Gravel0.36 km4.06.54.0#108462615Gravel0.38 km4.06.54.0#108462606Gravel0.44 km4.06.54.0#108462608Gravel0.57 km4.06.54.0#108462619Gravel0.43 km4.06.54.0#108462621Gravel0.50 km4.06.54.0#108462624Gravel0.36 km4.06.54.0#108462625Gravel0.36 km4.06.54.0#108462626Gravel0.45 km4.06.54.0#108462638Gravel0.41 km4.06.54.0#108462640Gravel0.49 km4.06.54.0#108462642Gravel0.16 km4.06.54.0#108462643Gravel0.43 km4.06.54.0#108462596Gravel0.45 km4.06.54.0#108462609Gravel0.48 km4.06.54.0#108462630Gravel0.29 km4.06.54.0#108462636Gravel0.64 km4.06.54.0#108462607Gravel0.42 km4.06.54.0#108462613Gravel0.35 km4.06.54.0#108462614Gravel0.36 km4.06.54.0#108462622Gravel0.03 km4.05.44.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/catos-road-tasRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Catos%20Road&state=TASSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of TAS'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 Catos Road?+

Catos Road is approximately 22 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Catos Road sealed?+

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

Is Catos Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Catos Road scores 6.5/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Catos Road in a caravan?+

With care. Catos Road scores 4.0/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Catos Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Yes. Catos Road scores 8.7/10 for 4WDs, with the right mix of surface and terrain character to be worth the trip.

Are there any dangerous sections on Catos Road?+

Contour has identified 52 grey spots on Catos 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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