Crater Lake Road
Crater Lake Road is a 5 km sealed secondary route in the Northern Territory, Australia. It scores 8.0/10 for caravans with straight corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for sports cars and EVs and motorcycles.
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Sports score IQR: 6.5 - 7.8
Crash record linkage not yet available for NT. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit - these are flagged regardless of crash history.
Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.
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This road is part of NT'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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Crater Lake Road is approximately 5 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.
Is Crater Lake Road sealed?+
Yes. Crater Lake Road is fully sealed for its entire length.
Is Crater Lake Road good for motorcycles?+
It rates well. Crater Lake Road scores 7.1/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.
Can I drive Crater Lake Road in a caravan?+
Yes. Crater Lake Road scores 8.0/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.
Is Crater Lake Road good for an EV?+
Yes. Crater Lake Road scores 7.4/10 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 Crater Lake Road?+
Contour has identified 11 grey spots on Crater Lake Road - sections where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.
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.