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Chisholm Trail

QLDUnclassified road4.0 km11 segments
4.7Sports
4.0 kmTotal length
11Segments
13Grey spot segments

Chisholm Trail is a 4 km sealed road in Queensland, Australia. It scores 7.9/10 for EVs with flowing corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores
4.7/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
7.2/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
7.9/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
6.7/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
5.1/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 11 segments
Fair (4-6)67%Poor (<4)33%

Sports score IQR: 3.9 - 5.0

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed96%Unsealed4%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
7.1
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
5.5
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 11 segments
13
Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for QLD. 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
7.1/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure43%
Night driving risk65%
Wind exposure55%
Sun glare risk42%
Wildlife strike risk11%

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

Segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/chisholm-trail-qldRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Chisholm%20Trail&state=QLDSearch roads by name

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 Chisholm Trail?+

Chisholm Trail is approximately 4 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Chisholm Trail sealed?+

Yes. Chisholm Trail is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Chisholm Trail good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Chisholm Trail scores 7.2/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Chisholm Trail in a caravan?+

With care. Chisholm Trail scores 5.1/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Chisholm Trail good for an EV?+

Yes. Chisholm Trail scores 7.9/10 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 Chisholm Trail?+

Contour has identified 13 grey spots on Chisholm Trail - 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.