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Lindsay Hoods Road

SAUnclassified road11.5 km24 segments
4.0Sports
11.5 kmTotal length
24Segments
1Recorded crashes
24Grey spot segments
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Lindsay Hoods Road is a 12 km mostly sealed road in South Australia, Australia. It scores 7.6/10 for 4WDs with highly technical corners and fair surface.

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Vehicle scores
4.0/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.3/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.6/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
7.6/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.5/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 24 segments
Fair (4-6)48%Poor (<4)52%

Sports score IQR: 2.4 - 4.6

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed1%Unsealed99%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
5.0
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
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
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 24 segments· 10 years of data
1
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Serious injuries
24
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

0%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

0%

Based on 10 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 exposure60%
Night driving risk72%
Wind exposure56%
Sun glare risk74%
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 25 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#104564067Grass0.50 km4.97.78.1#104564068Grass0.50 km4.97.78.1#104564064Grass0.50 km4.97.78.1#104564066Grass0.50 km4.97.78.1#104564070Grass0.50 km4.67.37.5#104564071Grass0.50 km4.67.37.5#104564060Grass0.50 km4.67.37.5#104564062Grass0.50 km4.67.37.5#104564063Grass0.50 km4.67.37.5#104564065Grass0.50 km4.67.37.5#104564069Grass0.50 km4.67.37.5#104564061Grass0.50 km4.57.17.1#104564072Grass0.24 km3.75.86.2#104682160Asphalt0.11 km3.65.46.4#104052776Gravel0.50 km2.45.74.0#104052783Gravel0.34 km2.46.04.0#104052785Gravel0.43 km2.46.04.0#104052781Gravel0.50 km2.46.04.0#104052780Gravel0.50 km2.44.84.0#104052784Gravel0.50 km2.46.04.0#104052775Gravel0.50 km2.46.04.0#104052777Gravel0.50 km2.46.04.0#104052779Gravel0.50 km2.46.04.0#104052778Gravel0.50 km2.46.04.0#104052782Gravel0.50 km2.46.04.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
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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 Lindsay Hoods Road?+

Lindsay Hoods Road is approximately 12 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Lindsay Hoods Road sealed?+

Mostly. About 90% of Lindsay Hoods Road is sealed, with some unsealed sections. Check recent community condition reports before travelling.

Is Lindsay Hoods Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Lindsay Hoods Road scores 6.3/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Lindsay Hoods Road in a caravan?+

With care. Lindsay Hoods Road scores 4.5/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Lindsay Hoods Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Lindsay Hoods Road scores 6.6/10 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 Lindsay Hoods Road?+

Contour has identified 24 grey spots on Lindsay Hoods 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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