East Parkham Road

TASSecondary road5.4 km11 segmentsC710

8.2Sports

5.4 kmTotal length

11Segments

11Grey spot segments

East Parkham Road is a 5 km sealed secondary route in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 8.4/10 for caravans with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for EVs and motorcycles and sports cars and 4WDs.

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Vehicle scores

8.2/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

8.3/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

8.4/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

8.1/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

8.4/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 11 segments

Excellent (8+)55%Fair (4-6)9%Poor (<4)36%

Sports score IQR: 3.0 - 8.9

Surface

Surface coverage

Sealed76%Unsealed24%

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

10.0

Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.

Curviness

8.2

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 11 segments· 28 years of data

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

6.6/10 safety score - higher is safer

Wet road exposure57%

Night driving risk63%

Wind exposure60%

Sun glare risk97%

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 11 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#108478266Asphalt0.65 km9.19.09.1 #108478267Asphalt0.63 km9.19.09.1 #108478270Asphalt0.39 km8.98.88.9 #108478269Asphalt0.32 km8.88.78.8 #108478268Asphalt0.65 km8.78.68.8 #108478265Asphalt0.64 km8.48.38.4 #108553212Asphalt0.65 km5.17.98.7 #108553213Asphalt0.14 km3.95.96.8 #108478271Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0 #108478272Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0 #108478273Unpaved0.31 km2.45.84.0

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/east-parkham-road-tasRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list

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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 East Parkham Road?+

East Parkham Road is approximately 5 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is East Parkham Road sealed?+

Yes. East Parkham Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is East Parkham Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. East Parkham Road scores 8.3/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive East Parkham Road in a caravan?+

Yes. East Parkham Road scores 8.4/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is East Parkham Road good for an EV?+

Yes. East Parkham Road scores 8.4/10 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 East Parkham Road?+

Contour has identified 11 grey spots on East Parkham 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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