Ghost Gum Ridge

WAUnclassified road2.1 km6 segments

4.3Sports

7.0Safety

2.1 kmTotal length

6Segments

3Grey spot segments

Ghost Gum Ridge is a 2.1 km sealed road in Western Australia, Australia. It scores 7.2/10 for EVs with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores

4.3/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

7.1/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

7.2/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

7.0/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

4.6/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 6 segments

Fair (4-6)79%Poor (<4)21%

Sports score IQR: 3.7 - 4.8

Surface

Surface coverage

Sealed77%Unsealed23%

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

8.5

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

Curviness

9.9

Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.

Speed

4.0

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

5.6

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Road intel

Grey spots3 of 6 segments

Segments where curvature is tighter than the posted speed limit. Geometry alone flags these as higher risk, no crash history required.

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.

Crash history

Aggregated across all 6 segments· 5 years of data

Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for WA. 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

Wet road exposure51%

Night driving risk69%

Wind exposure58%

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

Top 6 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#141538047Asphalt0.65 km4.97.58.2 #141538046Asphalt0.60 km4.87.47.9 #141538049Asphalt0.20 km4.77.37.8 #141538050Asphalt0.20 km4.77.37.8 #141538048Asphalt0.01 km3.45.16.5 #141538054Unpaved0.44 km2.46.04.0

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/ghost-gum-ridge-waRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list

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Councils & Government

This road is part of WA'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 Ghost Gum Ridge?+

Ghost Gum Ridge is approximately 2.1 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Ghost Gum Ridge sealed?+

Yes. Ghost Gum Ridge is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Ghost Gum Ridge good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Ghost Gum Ridge scores 7.1/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Ghost Gum Ridge in a caravan?+

With care. Ghost Gum Ridge scores 4.6/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Ghost Gum Ridge good for an EV?+

Yes. Ghost Gum Ridge scores 7.2/10 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 Ghost Gum Ridge?+

Contour has identified 3 grey spots on Ghost Gum Ridge - 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: 2 May 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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