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Best driving roads near Sunshine Coast, QLD

The Sunshine Coast hinterland is a cluster of technical roads threading the Blackall Range, Glasshouse Mountains and Mary Valley within an hour of the coast.

Roads scored
20
Median RQS
8.7/10
Total kilometres
145 km
ProfileAllSportsMotorcycleEV4WDCaravan
SurfaceAll surfacesSealedMixedUnsealed
Min scoreAny score6+7+8+
  1. 01

    Black Mountain Range Road

    QLDTertiary3 km21.4 km away9 grey spots
    9.1
    RQS
  2. 02

    Dr Pages Road

    QLDTertiary5 km38.2 km away7 grey spots
    9.0
    RQS
  3. 03

    North Deep Creek Road

    QLDUnclassified10 km57 km away13 grey spots
    9.0
    RQS
  4. 04

    Horsfalls Lane (Flagstone Creek Road)

    QLDSecondary1 km144.8 km away1 grey spot
    8.9
    RQS
  5. 05

    Pioneer Road

    QLDSecondary2 km23.7 km away300 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  6. 06

    Tunnel Ridge Road

    QLDSecondary5 km22.4 km away2 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  7. 07

    Mount Nebo Road

    QLDSecondary27 km90.8 km away18 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  8. 08

    Old Bahrs Scrub Road

    QLDUnclassified1 km129.9 km away1 grey spot
    8.8
    RQS
  9. 09

    Northbrook Parkway

    QLDSecondary14 km82.4 km away11 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  10. 10

    Alfred Martin Way

    QLDSecondary11 km115 km away21 grey spots
    8.8
    RQS
  11. 11

    Louis Bazzo Drive

    QLDTertiary17 km29.4 km away20 grey spots
    8.7
    RQS
  12. 12

    Williams Road

    QLDResidential1 km48 km away108 grey spots
    8.7
    RQS
  13. 13

    East Deep Creek Road

    QLDSecondary8 km47.3 km away11 grey spots
    8.7
    RQS
  14. 14

    Maidenwell - Bunya Mountains Road

    QLDTertiary13 km127.5 km away30 grey spots
    8.6
    RQS
  15. 15

    Maidenwell Bunya Mountains Road

    QLDTertiary12 km119.8 km away23 grey spots
    8.6
    RQS
  16. 16

    Traveston Crossing Road

    QLDSecondary2 km34.9 km away2 grey spots
    8.6
    RQS
  17. 17

    Back Mount Sylvia Road

    QLDTertiary4 km141.6 km away9 grey spots
    8.6
    RQS
  18. 18

    Beacon Road

    QLDUnclassified2 km103.2 km away19 grey spots
    8.6
    RQS
  19. 19

    Corks Pocket Road

    QLDUnclassified4 km22.6 km away6 grey spots
    8.6
    RQS
  20. 20

    Range Crescent

    QLDTertiary2 km126.5 km away6 grey spots
    8.6
    RQS

Maleny-Montville Road, Obi Obi Road and the Kondalilla climb make up the core of the Blackall Range driving network. The Glasshouse Mountains south have their own shorter punchy roads, and the Mary Valley opens up north-west toward Kenilworth and the Conondale Ranges.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best driving roads near Sunshine Coast?+

Contour's top three scored roads near Sunshine Coast are Black Mountain Range Road (QLD, RQS 9.1/10, 21.4 km away); Dr Pages Road (QLD, RQS 9.0/10, 38.2 km away); North Deep Creek Road (QLD, RQS 9.0/10, 57 km away). All are within a two-hour touring drive of the city.

How far should I drive from Sunshine Coast to find a great road?+

The nearest excellent-rated road (RQS 8+) is Black Mountain Range Road, about 21.4 km from Sunshine Coast. Plenty of good options sit closer if you don't want the full drive.

Are there good motorcycle roads near Sunshine Coast?+

Yes. Black Mountain Range Road scores 9.0/10 for motorcycles and sits 21.4 km from Sunshine Coast. Several other strong rides sit within the same radius.

What's the best sealed road near Sunshine Coast?+

Black Mountain Range Road is fully sealed and scores 9.1/10 for driving quality. It's 21.4 km from Sunshine Coast.

Are there any dangerous sections on roads near Sunshine Coast?+

Contour has identified grey spots on 20 roads within range of Sunshine Coast - sections where the posted speed limit does not match the road geometry. Black Mountain Range Road has 9. Take extra care in wet conditions.

When is the best time to drive near Sunshine Coast?+

Humid wet-season conditions December-March; dry winter mornings are the best riding windows.

Scores are based on road geometry, surface quality, traffic density, and crash history. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.