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Gowrie Glencoe Road

QLDUnclassified road3.9 km9 segments
7.2Sports
3.9 kmTotal length
9Segments
7Recorded crashes
5Grey spot segments

Gowrie Glencoe Road is a 4 km sealed road in Queensland, Australia. It scores 8.2/10 for caravans with straight corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for EVs and sports cars and motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores
7.2/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
7.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
7.5/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
6.1/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
8.2/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 9 segments
Excellent (8+)44%Good (6-8)56%

Sports score IQR: 6.7 - 8.8

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
2.2
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
10.0
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
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 9 segments· 24 years of data
7
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
3
Serious injuries
5
Grey spots

Source: State crash data linked to road geometry. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit.

When is this road risky?
Crash conditions - share of recorded crashes by circumstance

Wet road crashes

Crashes that occurred in wet conditions

33%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

29%

Based on 24 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
7.1/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure41%
Night driving risk54%
Wind exposure60%
Sun glare risk86%
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/gowrie-glencoe-road-qldRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
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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 Gowrie Glencoe Road?+

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

Is Gowrie Glencoe Road sealed?+

Yes. Gowrie Glencoe Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Gowrie Glencoe Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Gowrie Glencoe Road scores 7.0/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Gowrie Glencoe Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Gowrie Glencoe Road scores 8.2/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Gowrie Glencoe Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Gowrie Glencoe Road scores 7.5/10 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 Gowrie Glencoe Road?+

Contour has identified 5 grey spots on Gowrie Glencoe 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.