Nielson Road
Nielson Road is a 1 km sealed residential street in Queensland, Australia. It scores 7.0/10 for 4WDs with highly technical corners and rough surface.
7-day forecast
Sports score IQR: 4.8 - 6.7
Source: State crash data linked to road geometry. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit.
Wet road crashes
Crashes that occurred in wet conditions
Night crashes
Crashes that occurred after dark
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.
Coverage: 33% of segments surveyed. Source: Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.
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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.
Enquire about council data access →How long is Nielson Road?+
Nielson Road is approximately 1 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.
Is Nielson Road sealed?+
Yes. Nielson Road is fully sealed for its entire length.
Is Nielson Road good for motorcycles?+
It rates well. Nielson Road scores 6.6/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.
Can I drive Nielson Road in a caravan?+
With care. Nielson Road scores 5.9/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.
Is Nielson Road good for an EV?+
Yes. Nielson Road scores 6.0/10 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 Nielson Road?+
Contour has identified 5 grey spots on Nielson Road - sections where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.
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.