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Highland Lakes Road

TASPrimary road145.9 km406 segmentsA5
7.4Sports
145.9 kmTotal length
406Segments
288Recorded crashes
283Grey spot segments
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Highland Lakes Road is a 146 km sealed primary route in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 7.4/10 for EVs with flowing corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for sports cars and caravans and motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores
7.4/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
7.1/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
7.4/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.9/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
7.4/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 406 segments
Excellent (8+)36%Good (6-8)39%Fair (4-6)23%Poor (<4)1%

Sports score IQR: 6.0 - 8.3

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
6.0
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
10.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classPrimary road
5.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
5.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 406 segments· 28 years of data
288
Total crashes
4
Fatalities
21
Serious injuries
283
Grey spots
Last 5 years
113
Crashes (5yr)
0
Fatalities (5yr)
TAS avg: 0.483 crashes/km/yrThis road: 0.479Near 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

23%

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
7.4/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure48%
Night driving risk46%
Wind exposure51%
Sun glare risk60%
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 425 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
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API reference
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Councils & Government

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Frequently asked questions
How long is Highland Lakes Road?+

Highland Lakes Road is approximately 146 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 2 hours of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Highland Lakes Road sealed?+

Yes. Highland Lakes Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Highland Lakes Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Highland Lakes Road scores 7.1/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Highland Lakes Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Highland Lakes Road scores 7.4/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Highland Lakes Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Highland Lakes Road scores 7.4/10 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 Highland Lakes Road?+

Contour has identified 283 grey spots on Highland Lakes 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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