Roches Road

QLDUnclassified road1.6 km5 segments

6.1Sports

6.7Safety

1.6 kmTotal length

5Segments

Roches Road is a 1.6 km road in Queensland, Australia. It scores 7.3/10 for caravans with straight corners and excellent surface.

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Vehicle scores

6.1/10

SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes

5.9/10

MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads

6.5/10

EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly

4.9/10

4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability

7.3/10

VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes

Segment quality distribution

Sports score - 5 segments

Good (6-8)67%Fair (4-6)33%

Sports score IQR: 4.4 - 6.0

Score breakdown

Median component scores across all segments

Surface

10.0

Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.

Curviness

1.1

Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.

Speed

6.6

Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.

Road classUnclassified road

7.3

Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.

Traffic

8.7

Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.

Elevation

6.1

Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.

Road intel

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.

Road environment

Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators

Wet road exposure54%

Night driving risk48%

Wind exposure56%

Sun glare risk80%

Wildlife strike risk11%

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

Road roughness

NAASRA roughness index - median across segments

2.03IRI m/km

Coverage: 40% of segments surveyed. Source: Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.

Segments

Top 18 segments by sports score

IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV

#142452811Asphalt0.50 km7.06.87.3 #142494387Asphalt0.04 km6.36.16.9 #142494386Asphalt0.50 km6.15.86.5 #142571518Concrete0.03 km5.85.76.3 #142571519Asphalt0.03 km5.85.56.1 #142452812Asphalt0.29 km5.65.35.8 #142501585Asphalt0.23 km4.84.55.4 #142573499Asphalt0.05 km4.36.87.7 #142171964Asphalt0.04 km3.85.86.9 #142171963Asphalt0.03 km3.45.16.0 #142320928Unpaved0.53 km2.44.04.0 #142320927Unpaved0.51 km2.44.24.0 #142320932Unpaved0.35 km2.44.24.0 #142320930Unpaved0.03 km2.44.44.0 #142320929Unpaved0.50 km2.44.04.0 #142320931Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0 #142320933Unpaved0.50 km2.44.24.0 #142320934Unpaved0.36 km2.43.84.0

API reference

Road aggregate data via the Contour API

GET/api/v1/roads/roches-road-qld-2Road aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list

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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 Roches Road?+

Roches Road is approximately 1.6 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Roches Road good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Roches Road scores 5.9/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Roches Road in a caravan?+

Yes. Roches Road scores 7.3/10 for caravans, making it a reasonable choice for towing. Watch for changes in surface and any steep gradients.

Is Roches Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Roches Road scores 6.5/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

Is Roches Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Roches Road scores 4.9/10 for 4WDs. Passable but not a standout. Check recent condition reports for surface state.

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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.

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