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Pine Forest Road

NSWSecondary road4.5 km12 segments
7.2Sports
6.9Safety
4.5 kmTotal length
12Segments
2Recorded crashes
10Grey spot segments
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Pine Forest Road is a 5 km sealed secondary route in New South Wales, Australia. It scores 7.4/10 for EVs with straight corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for sports cars.

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Vehicle scores
7.2/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.9/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
7.4/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.9/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.0/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 12 segments
Excellent (8+)33%Good (6-8)67%

Sports score IQR: 6.7 - 8.2

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed96%Unsealed4%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
3.4
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.
Road intel
Grey spots10 of 12 segments
Segments where curvature is tighter than the posted speed limit. Geometry alone flags these as higher risk, no crash history required.
Wet riskElevated
Average wet sensitivity across segments, based on surface, drainage, gradient and local rainfall.
Night riskPresent
Visibility at night across the road, weighted by lighting, tree canopy density and curves.
Wind exposureModerate
Average wind exposure across segments, based on measured wind speed, terrain and shelter. Relevant for motorcycles and caravans.
Sun glarePresent
East-west segments exposed to sunrise and sunset glare, adjusted for tree cover.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 12 segments· 10 years of data
2
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Serious injuries
10
Grey spots
Last 5 years
1
Crashes (5yr)
0
Fatalities (5yr)
NSW avg: 0.289 crashes/km/yrThis road: 0.200▼ Below 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

50%

Based on 10 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
Wet road exposure53%
Night driving risk57%
Wind exposure58%
Sun glare risk81%
Wildlife strike risk11%

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

Segments
Top 33 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#111111945Asphalt0.41 km8.98.88.9#111111951Asphalt0.65 km8.58.38.4#111111947Asphalt0.35 km8.38.28.3#111111944Asphalt0.20 km8.18.08.2#111111948Asphalt0.43 km7.67.37.5#111111943Asphalt0.65 km7.57.37.7#111111949Asphalt0.41 km6.96.57.0#111111946Asphalt0.39 km6.86.56.9#111111942Asphalt0.21 km6.86.57.3#111111952Asphalt0.22 km6.46.06.8#111111941Asphalt0.12 km6.46.06.8#111111950Asphalt0.45 km6.25.86.4#111339670Dirt0.36 km4.04.64.0#110668719Compacted0.36 km4.06.54.0#111674305Compacted0.17 km4.06.54.0#110668720Compacted0.43 km4.05.24.0#111339671Dirt0.02 km2.82.93.3#110668798Compacted0.37 km2.46.04.0#110668799Compacted0.40 km2.46.04.0#110668801Compacted0.18 km2.46.04.0#110668802Compacted0.35 km2.46.04.0#110668803Compacted0.26 km2.45.64.0#110668795Compacted0.27 km2.46.04.0#110668718Compacted0.03 km2.45.44.0#110668716Compacted0.04 km2.45.04.0#110668715Compacted0.29 km2.46.04.0#111674390Compacted0.23 km2.46.04.0#110668804Compacted0.38 km2.46.04.0#110668796Compacted0.11 km2.45.24.0#110668797Compacted0.23 km2.45.74.0#110668800Compacted0.09 km2.45.84.0#110668717Compacted0.34 km2.46.04.0#110668794Compacted0.38 km2.46.04.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/pine-forest-road-nswRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Pine%20Forest%20Road&state=NSWSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of NSW'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 Pine Forest Road?+

Pine Forest Road is approximately 5 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Pine Forest Road sealed?+

Yes. Pine Forest Road is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Pine Forest Road good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Pine Forest Road scores 6.9/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Pine Forest Road in a caravan?+

With care. Pine Forest Road scores 4.0/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Pine Forest Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Pine Forest Road scores 7.4/10 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 Pine Forest Road?+

Contour has identified 10 grey spots on Pine Forest 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: 24 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.

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