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Ruby Gap Park

NTUnclassified road14.3 km31 segments
2.4Sports
14.3 kmTotal length
31Segments
31Grey spot segments
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Ruby Gap Park is a 14 km unsealed road in the Northern Territory, Australia. It scores 8.2/10 for 4WDs with highly technical corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores
2.4/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
4.0/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
8.2/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
2.6/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 31 segments
Poor (<4)100%

Sports score IQR: 2.4 - 2.4

Surface
Surface coverage
Unsealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
2.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
10.0
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
7.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classUnclassified road
8.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
9.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
7.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 31 segments
31
Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for NT. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit - these are flagged regardless of crash history.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
6.4/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure74%
Night driving risk74%
Wind exposure58%
Sun glare risk79%
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 31 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#80551118Unpaved0.59 km2.46.04.0#80551122Unpaved0.42 km2.46.04.0#80551124Unpaved0.43 km2.46.04.0#80551125Unpaved0.01 km2.44.34.0#80578567Dirt0.36 km2.46.04.0#80578569Dirt0.41 km2.46.04.0#80578572Dirt0.36 km2.46.04.0#80578578Dirt0.65 km2.46.04.0#80578579Dirt0.65 km2.46.04.0#80551117Unpaved0.65 km2.46.04.0#80551119Unpaved0.50 km2.46.04.0#80551120Unpaved0.38 km2.46.04.0#80551121Unpaved0.65 km2.46.04.0#80551123Unpaved0.38 km2.46.04.0#80578561Dirt0.65 km2.46.04.0#80578562Dirt0.48 km2.46.04.0#80578563Dirt0.39 km2.46.04.0#80578564Dirt0.35 km2.46.04.0#80578565Dirt0.53 km2.46.04.0#80578566Dirt0.37 km2.46.04.0#80578568Dirt0.37 km2.46.04.0#80578570Dirt0.46 km2.46.04.0#80578571Dirt0.48 km2.46.04.0#80578573Dirt0.44 km2.46.04.0#80578574Dirt0.38 km2.46.04.0#80578575Dirt0.49 km2.46.04.0#80578576Dirt0.39 km2.46.04.0#80578577Dirt0.65 km2.46.04.0#80578580Dirt0.59 km2.46.04.0#80578581Dirt0.43 km2.46.04.0#118021936Dirt0.38 km2.45.34.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/ruby-gap-park-ntRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Ruby%20Gap%20Park&state=NTSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of NT'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 Ruby Gap Park?+

Ruby Gap Park is approximately 14 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Ruby Gap Park sealed?+

No. Ruby Gap Park is unsealed for its entire scored length. A vehicle suited to gravel or dirt is recommended.

Is Ruby Gap Park good for motorcycles?+

It is passable. Ruby Gap Park scores 6.0/10 for motorcycles. Consider it a connector rather than a destination ride.

Can I drive Ruby Gap Park in a caravan?+

Not recommended. Ruby Gap Park scores 2.6/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is Ruby Gap Park suitable for a 4WD?+

Yes. Ruby Gap Park scores 8.2/10 for 4WDs, with the right mix of surface and terrain character to be worth the trip.

Are there any dangerous sections on Ruby Gap Park?+

Contour has identified 31 grey spots on Ruby Gap Park - 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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