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German Gully Road

SAUnclassified road2.7 km8 segments
2.4Sports
5.9Safety
2.7 kmTotal length
8Segments
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German Gully Road is a 2.7 km unsealed road in South Australia, Australia. It scores 7.6/10 for 4WDs with highly technical corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores
2.4/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
4.0/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
7.6/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
2.6/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 8 segments
Poor (<4)100%

Sports score IQR: 2.4 - 2.4

Surface
Surface coverage
Unsealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
3.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
8.8
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
4.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Road intel
Wet riskElevated
Average wet sensitivity across segments, based on surface, drainage, gradient and local rainfall.
Night riskPresent
Visibility at night across the road, weighted by lighting, tree canopy density and curves.
Wind exposureModerate
Average wind exposure across segments, based on measured wind speed, terrain and shelter. Relevant for motorcycles and caravans.
Sun glarePresent
East-west segments exposed to sunrise and sunset glare, adjusted for tree cover.
Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
Wet road exposure72%
Night driving risk73%
Wind exposure58%
Sun glare risk85%
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 12 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#147054475Unpaved0.16 km4.05.14.0#147054472Unpaved0.12 km4.05.24.0#147054474Unpaved0.06 km3.23.43.3#147054473Unpaved0.10 km3.03.13.1#147161519Unpaved0.36 km2.46.04.0#147140324Unpaved0.04 km2.44.04.0#147140326Unpaved0.34 km2.46.04.0#147140327Unpaved0.09 km2.44.04.0#147140325Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#147161520Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#147161521Unpaved0.38 km2.46.04.0#147161522Unpaved0.48 km2.46.04.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/german-gully-road-saRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
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Councils & Government

This road is part of SA'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 German Gully Road?+

German Gully Road is approximately 2.7 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is German Gully Road sealed?+

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

Is German Gully Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. German Gully Road scores 6.0/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive German Gully Road in a caravan?+

Not recommended. German Gully Road scores 2.6/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is German Gully Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Yes. German Gully Road scores 7.6/10 for 4WDs, with the right mix of surface and terrain character to be worth the trip.

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Road data last updated: 11 May 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.