Mount Perseverance Road

QLDUnclassified road1.6 km4 segments

3.9Sports

6.4Safety

1.6 kmTotal length

4Segments

1Recorded crashes

Mount Perseverance Road is a 1.6 km unsealed road in Queensland, Australia. It scores 8.5/10 for 4WDs with highly technical corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores

3.9/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

6.4/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

6.5/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

8.5/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

4.2/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 4 segments

Fair (4-6)83%Poor (<4)17%

Sports score IQR: 3.7 - 4.2

Surface

Surface coverage

Unsealed100%

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

4.0

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

Curviness

9.8

Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.

Speed

7.9

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

8.0

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Road intel

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 exposureHigh

Average wind exposure across segments, based on measured wind speed, terrain and shelter. Relevant for motorcycles and caravans.

Crash history

Aggregated across all 4 segments· 24 years of data

Total crashes

Fatalities

Serious injuries

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

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

100%

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

Wet road exposure60%

Night driving risk76%

Wind exposure63%

Sun glare risk11%

Wildlife strike risk11%

Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.

Road roughness

NAASRA roughness index - median across segments

2.39IRI m/km

Coverage: 25% of segments surveyed. Source: Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.

Segments

Top 4 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#142309081-0.50 km4.26.47.0 #142309082-0.50 km4.26.47.0 #142309083-0.33 km4.26.47.0 #142636604Unpaved0.27 km2.46.04.0

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

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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 Mount Perseverance Road?+

Mount Perseverance Road is approximately 1.6 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Mount Perseverance Road sealed?+

No. Mount Perseverance Road is unsealed for its entire scored length. A vehicle suited to gravel or dirt is recommended.

Is Mount Perseverance Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Mount Perseverance Road scores 6.4/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Mount Perseverance Road in a caravan?+

With care. Mount Perseverance Road scores 4.2/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Mount Perseverance Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Mount Perseverance Road scores 6.5/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

Is Mount Perseverance Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Yes. Mount Perseverance Road scores 8.5/10 for 4WDs, with the right mix of surface and terrain character to be worth the trip.

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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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