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Old Forestry Road

QLDResidential road1.4 km4 segments
7.1Sports
1.4 kmTotal length
4Segments

Old Forestry Road is a 1.4 km unsealed residential street in Queensland, Australia. It scores 7.9/10 for 4WDs with highly technical corners and rough surface. It also rates well for motorcycles and sports cars.

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Vehicle scores
7.1/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
7.4/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.9/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
7.9/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
6.3/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 4 segments
Good (6-8)91%Fair (4-6)9%

Sports score IQR: 6.0 - 7.8

Surface
Surface coverage
Unsealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
3.5
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
9.4
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
7.4
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classResidential road
3.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
7.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
9.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Segments
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 Old Forestry Road?+

Old Forestry Road is approximately 1.4 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Old Forestry Road sealed?+

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

Is Old Forestry Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Old Forestry Road scores 7.4/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Old Forestry Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Old Forestry Road scores 6.3/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Old Forestry Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Old Forestry Road scores 6.9/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

Is Old Forestry Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Yes. Old Forestry Road scores 7.9/10 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.