Best driving roads near Mackay, QLD
Mackay's driving combines Whitsunday coastal access with inland sugar-cane country climbs into the Eungella Range.
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Mia Mia Connection Road
QLDSecondary5 km108.9 km away8.3RQS - 02
Industrial Road
QLDResidential1 km133.1 km away8.4RQS - 03
Lawrie Road
QLDResidential1 km124 km away8.2RQS - 04
Marian Hampden Road
QLDSecondary9 km127.3 km away7.4RQS - 05
Gilbert Avenue
QLDResidential2 km47.9 km away7.8RQS - 06
Copperfield Road
QLDSecondary1 km124.3 km away7.3RQS - 07
Mirani Eton Road
QLDSecondary22 km114 km away1 grey spot7.5RQS - 08
Eton Homebush Road
QLDSecondary10 km123 km away7.5RQS - 09
Mirani Mount Ossa Road
QLDSecondary38 km116.7 km away1 grey spot7.9RQS - 10
Tieri Road
QLDSecondary3 km145.7 km away7.2RQS - 11
Mills Avenue
QLDTertiary3 km31.7 km away7.0RQS - 12
Mackay Habana Road
QLDSecondary11 km145 km away7.5RQS - 13
Palm Ridge Drive
QLDResidential1 km143.5 km away8.1RQS - 14
Clermont Connection Road
QLDSecondary2 km121.9 km away7.7RQS - 15
Yakapari Seaforth Road
QLDSecondary23 km137.1 km away7.8RQS - 16
Miltons Lookout Road
QLDResidential1 km128.2 km away8.0RQS - 17
Saraji Road
QLDSecondary43 km83.4 km away7.0RQS - 18
Hiberina Road
QLDSecondary3 km149.9 km away6.9RQS - 19
Anncrouye Road
QLDSecondary9 km150 km away7.0RQS - 20
Rubyvale Road
QLDSecondary3 km126.1 km away6.8RQS
Eungella Range Road climbs 7 km west of the city through rainforest switchbacks to the plateau. Peak Downs Highway west opens up to the Bowen Basin for long-run highway driving. The Bruce Highway north links to the Whitsundays and south to Rockhampton.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best driving roads near Mackay?+
Contour's top three scored roads near Mackay are Mia Mia Connection Road (QLD, RQS 8.3/10, 108.9 km away); Industrial Road (QLD, RQS 8.4/10, 133.1 km away); Lawrie Road (QLD, RQS 8.2/10, 124 km away). All are within a two-hour touring drive of the city.
How far should I drive from Mackay to find a great road?+
The nearest excellent-rated road (RQS 8+) is Mia Mia Connection Road, about 108.9 km from Mackay. Plenty of good options sit closer if you don't want the full drive.
Are there good motorcycle roads near Mackay?+
Yes. Industrial Road scores 8.3/10 for motorcycles and sits 133.1 km from Mackay. Several other strong rides sit within the same radius.
What's the best sealed road near Mackay?+
Mia Mia Connection Road is fully sealed and scores 8.3/10 for driving quality. It's 108.9 km from Mackay.
Are there any dangerous sections on roads near Mackay?+
Contour has identified grey spots on 2 roads within range of Mackay - sections where the posted speed limit does not match the road geometry. Mirani Eton Road has 1. Take extra care in wet conditions.
When is the best time to drive near Mackay?+
Cyclone-class wet (December-March) closes much of the inland; dry season is the driving window.
Scores are based on road geometry, surface quality, traffic density, and crash history. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.