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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Sunset Drive
QLDResidential1 km140.6 km away8.3RQS - 02
Industrial Road
QLDResidential1 km133.1 km away8.4RQS - 03
Lawrie Road
QLDResidential1 km124 km away8.2RQS - 04
Mia Mia Connection Road
QLDSecondary5 km108.9 km away8.3RQS - 05
Refalo Drive
QLDResidential1 km141.1 km away8.1RQS - 06
Barnes Road
QLDResidential1 km142.3 km away8.1RQS - 07
Palm Ridge Drive
QLDResidential1 km143.5 km away8.1RQS - 08
Miltons Lookout Road
QLDResidential1 km128.2 km away8.0RQS - 09
Palomino Parade
QLDResidential1 km140.3 km away7.9RQS - 10
Stevens Road
QLDResidential0 km127.4 km away8.1RQS - 11
Gardiners Road
QLDResidential2 km141.5 km away7.7RQS - 12
Mirani Mount Ossa Road
QLDSecondary38 km116.7 km away1 grey spot7.9RQS - 13
Rosalind Vista
QLDResidential1 km147.2 km away7.7RQS - 14
Gilbert Avenue
QLDResidential2 km47.9 km away7.8RQS - 15
Logan Crescent
QLDResidential1 km140.1 km away7.7RQS - 16
Yakapari Seaforth Road
QLDSecondary23 km137.1 km away7.8RQS - 17
Michael Mifsud Drive
QLDResidential0 km143.4 km away7.6RQS - 18
Sunita Drive
QLDResidential0 km149 km away7.6RQS - 19
Murrays Road
QLDResidential0 km144.7 km away7.6RQS - 20
Shuttlewood Drive
QLDResidential1 km147.2 km away7.5RQS
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 Sunset Drive (QLD, RQS 8.3/10, 140.6 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 Sunset Drive, about 140.6 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?+
Sunset Drive is fully sealed and scores 8.3/10 for driving quality. It's 140.6 km from Mackay.
Are there any dangerous sections on roads near Mackay?+
Contour has identified grey spots on 1 roads within range of Mackay - sections where the posted speed limit does not match the road geometry. Mirani Mount Ossa 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.