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Scenic Road

VICUnclassified road0.7 km2 segments
5.3Sports
6.3Safety
0.7 kmTotal length
2Segments
1Recorded crashes
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Scenic Road is a 690 m sealed road in Victoria, Australia. It scores 9.0/10 for EVs with highly technical corners and excellent surface. It also rates well for 4WDs and motorcycles.

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Vehicle scores
5.3/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
8.2/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
9.0/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
8.3/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
5.7/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 2 segments
Fair (4-6)100%

Sports score IQR: 5.3 - 5.3

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed46%Unsealed54%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
10.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
9.8
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
9.0
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.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 2 segments· 13 years of data
1
Total crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Serious injuries
0
Grey spots

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

42%

Night crashes

Crashes that occurred after dark

0%

Based on 13 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 exposure63%
Night driving risk54%
Wind exposure55%
Sun glare risk51%
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 105 segments by sports score
IDSurfaceLengthSportsMotoEV
#144584841Asphalt0.33 km7.67.67.6#145127093Asphalt0.29 km7.37.17.6#144584839Asphalt0.12 km6.76.76.9#144233550Asphalt0.10 km6.66.47.1#144584840Asphalt0.20 km6.56.46.7#144233554Asphalt0.03 km6.36.16.9#144233566Asphalt0.02 km6.36.06.9#144233562Asphalt0.01 km6.36.06.9#144531329Asphalt0.02 km6.26.06.9#144531349Asphalt0.03 km6.26.06.8#144531330Asphalt0.02 km6.26.06.8#144531338Asphalt0.03 km6.25.96.8#145127083Asphalt0.01 km6.25.96.8#144233565Asphalt0.03 km6.25.96.8#144271488Paved0.02 km6.25.96.8#144531335Asphalt0.00 km6.25.96.8#144531334Asphalt0.01 km6.25.96.8#144531342Asphalt0.01 km6.25.96.8#144531327Asphalt0.02 km6.25.96.8#144531332Asphalt0.02 km6.25.96.8#144531337Asphalt0.02 km6.25.96.8#144531347Asphalt0.02 km6.25.96.8#144531344Asphalt0.01 km6.25.96.8#144531345Asphalt0.02 km6.25.96.8#144531350Asphalt0.01 km6.25.96.8#144233559Asphalt0.03 km6.25.96.8#144233558Asphalt0.03 km6.15.96.7#145127085Asphalt0.01 km6.15.86.7#144531339Asphalt0.03 km6.15.86.7#144338676Paved0.18 km6.15.86.7#145127089Asphalt0.01 km6.15.86.7#144531328Asphalt0.03 km6.15.86.7#144271489Paved0.23 km6.15.86.7#144271487Paved0.25 km6.05.76.4#145127092Asphalt0.11 km5.95.76.4#144251419Paved0.04 km5.95.76.4#144233556Asphalt0.01 km5.95.76.4#144233561Asphalt0.02 km5.95.76.4#144233567Asphalt0.01 km5.95.76.4#144233552Asphalt0.03 km5.95.76.4#144531346Asphalt0.02 km5.95.76.4#144522494Paved0.03 km5.95.86.5#144223910-0.33 km5.76.05.5#144522495Paved0.04 km5.65.56.3#144233560Asphalt0.00 km5.55.25.7#144233557Asphalt0.02 km5.55.25.7#144531340Asphalt0.00 km5.55.25.7#144531333Asphalt0.02 km5.55.25.7#144531343Asphalt0.01 km5.55.25.7#145127088Asphalt0.01 km5.55.25.7#144531348Asphalt0.02 km5.55.25.7#144531331Asphalt0.01 km5.55.25.7#145127086Asphalt0.00 km5.55.25.7#144531336Asphalt0.02 km5.55.25.7#144531326Asphalt0.00 km5.55.25.7#145127087Asphalt0.01 km5.55.25.7#144531341Asphalt0.02 km5.55.25.7#144233563Asphalt0.02 km5.55.25.7#145127090Asphalt0.01 km5.55.25.7#144251420Paved0.02 km5.55.25.7#145127091Asphalt0.01 km5.55.25.7#144233551Asphalt0.00 km5.55.25.7#144233569Asphalt0.00 km5.55.25.7#145127084Asphalt0.01 km5.55.25.7#144233570Asphalt0.00 km5.55.25.7#144233564Asphalt0.01 km5.55.25.7#144233555Asphalt0.01 km5.55.25.7#144233553Asphalt0.01 km5.55.25.7#144233568Asphalt0.01 km5.55.25.7#144377479Asphalt0.47 km5.38.39.0#144377480Asphalt0.22 km5.38.18.9#144260273Paved0.15 km4.34.14.7#144533071Asphalt0.03 km3.85.67.0#144533065Asphalt0.05 km3.85.66.9#144533066Asphalt0.03 km3.75.56.8#144223908-0.06 km3.63.84.1#144533070Asphalt0.01 km3.65.46.7#144533067Asphalt0.02 km3.65.36.5#144251424Paved0.04 km3.65.56.9#144233580Paved0.03 km3.65.56.8#144251423Paved0.02 km3.65.46.9#144251425Paved0.04 km3.65.46.9#144251428Paved0.02 km3.65.46.8#144233581Paved0.02 km3.55.36.5#144233579Paved0.03 km3.55.36.7#144233582Paved0.07 km3.55.26.5#144338674Asphalt0.04 km3.55.06.1#144142435Paved0.22 km3.44.86.0#144223909-0.03 km3.33.43.7#145127082Paved0.04 km3.34.96.0#144252236Unpaved0.02 km2.44.34.0#144878178Dirt0.36 km2.44.64.0#144878179Dirt0.38 km2.44.64.0#144878176Dirt0.38 km2.44.64.0#144701292Dirt0.51 km2.46.04.0#144252233Unpaved0.50 km2.44.74.0#144252235Unpaved0.52 km2.44.54.0#144601120Compacted0.47 km2.46.04.0#144252234Unpaved0.50 km2.44.34.0#144701293Dirt0.16 km2.46.04.0#144252232Unpaved0.50 km2.44.64.0#144878175Dirt0.65 km2.46.04.0#144701291Dirt0.51 km2.44.44.0#144701290Dirt0.64 km2.44.54.0#144878177Dirt0.56 km2.44.64.0
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/scenic-road-vic-4Road aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Scenic%20Road&state=VICSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of VIC'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 Scenic Road?+

Scenic Road is approximately 690 m long.

Is Scenic Road sealed?+

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

Is Scenic Road good for motorcycles?+

Yes. Scenic Road scores 8.2/10 for motorcycles, placing it among the stronger rides in the region. Corners, surface and elevation all contribute to the rating.

Can I drive Scenic Road in a caravan?+

With care. Scenic Road scores 5.7/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Scenic Road good for an EV?+

Yes. Scenic Road scores 9.0/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

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Road data last updated: 28 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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