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Gulf Road

TASSecondary road6.7 km16 segmentsC513
6.2Sports
6.7 kmTotal length
16Segments
7Recorded crashes
10Grey spot segments
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Gulf Road is a 7 km sealed secondary route in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 8.2/10 for 4WDs with highly technical corners and solid surface. It also rates well for motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores
6.2/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
7.3/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.2/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
8.2/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.0/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 16 segments
Excellent (8+)50%Fair (4-6)25%Poor (<4)25%

Sports score IQR: 3.6 - 9.2

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed51%Unsealed49%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
7.5
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
10.0
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 16 segments· 28 years of data
7
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
1
Serious injuries
10
Grey spots
Last 5 years
2
Crashes (5yr)
0
Fatalities (5yr)
TAS avg: 0.483 crashes/km/yrThis road: 0.110▼ Below average

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

0%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

17%

Based on 28 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
6.5/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure61%
Night driving risk64%
Wind exposure60%
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 16 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#108487332Asphalt0.35 km9.39.29.3#108487337Asphalt0.36 km9.29.19.1#108487339Asphalt0.55 km9.29.19.1#108487335Asphalt0.39 km9.19.09.1#108487333Asphalt0.60 km9.19.09.1#108487334Asphalt0.21 km8.98.89.0#108487336Asphalt0.54 km8.88.78.7#108487338Asphalt0.39 km8.68.58.6#108503733Gravel0.38 km4.06.54.0#108503734Gravel0.26 km4.06.54.0#108503731Gravel0.47 km4.06.54.0#108503732Gravel0.65 km4.06.54.0#108503720Unpaved0.43 km2.46.04.0#108503719Unpaved0.38 km2.46.04.0#108503721Unpaved0.35 km2.46.04.0#108503722Unpaved0.38 km2.45.04.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/gulf-road-tasRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Gulf%20Road&state=TASSearch roads by name

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 Gulf Road?+

Gulf Road is approximately 7 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Gulf Road sealed?+

Yes. Gulf Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Gulf Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Gulf Road scores 7.3/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Gulf Road in a caravan?+

With care. Gulf Road scores 4.0/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Gulf Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Gulf Road scores 6.2/10 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 Gulf Road?+

Contour has identified 10 grey spots on Gulf 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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