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Pegarah Road

TASSecondary road12.3 km30 segmentsC203
7.9Sports
12.3 kmTotal length
30Segments
3Recorded crashes
27Grey spot segments

Pegarah Road is a 12 km sealed secondary route in Tasmania, Australia. It scores 7.9/10 for caravans with gently winding corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for sports cars and EVs and motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores
7.9/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
7.6/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
7.8/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
6.4/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
7.9/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 30 segments
Excellent (8+)40%Good (6-8)53%Fair (4-6)3%Poor (<4)3%

Sports score IQR: 6.7 - 8.7

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
5.7
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
10.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classSecondary road
8.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
7.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 30 segments· 28 years of data
3
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Serious injuries
27
Grey spots
Last 5 years
2
Crashes (5yr)
0
Fatalities (5yr)
TAS avg: 0.483 crashes/km/yrThis road: 0.071Below average

Source: State crash data linked to road geometry. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit.

When is this road risky?
Crash conditions - share of recorded crashes by circumstance

Wet road crashes

Crashes that occurred in wet conditions

0%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

33%

Based on 28 years of crash records linked to road geometry. Crash breakdown (night, wet, weekends): VIC data 2012-2024. Other states show aggregate counts only.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
7.0/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure49%
Night driving risk54%
Wind exposure54%
Sun glare risk93%
Wildlife strike risk11%

Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.

Segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/pegarah-road-tasRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Pegarah%20Road&state=TASSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of TAS'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 Pegarah Road?+

Pegarah Road is approximately 12 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Pegarah Road sealed?+

Yes. Pegarah Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Pegarah Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Pegarah Road scores 7.6/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Pegarah Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Pegarah Road scores 7.9/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Pegarah Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Pegarah Road scores 7.8/10 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 Pegarah Road?+

Contour has identified 27 grey spots on Pegarah Road - sections where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.

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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.