What are the most spectacular roads in Australia?

Located between the Indian Ocean and the South Pacific Ocean, the Commonwealth of Australia is the world's sixth-largest country, covering an area of 7.7 million square kilometers. With a very diverse landscape, the country has thousands of stunning drives, ranging from coastal drives to high mountain roads.

The most iconic drives are the Great Alpine Road, Australia's highest year-round accessible paved road, and the Canning Stock Route, one of the toughest tracks in the country, running through the vast deserts of Western Australia. The Outback Highway is an adventure track you will never forget.

And the Eyre Highway features the longest straight stretch of road in the country, spanning 146.6 kilometers (91.1 mi) without any turns. It’s one of the longest roads in Australia. It’s also worth driving the Tanami Road, one of Australia's great outback adventure tracks, linking Central Australia and North West Western Australia, running across the Tanami Desert. Due to its size, Australia experiences a range of climates, from tropical in the north to temperate in the south, influenced by its size and geographical features. It’s important to plan accordingly before attempting any drive.

Australia is a vast country, and traversing epic, lengthy roads is a common experience. Given the extensive distances between population centers, certain roads are exceptionally long, featuring trivia signs aimed at keeping drivers alert to enhance safety and reduce accidents and fatalities.

Located in South Australia, the Moralana Scenic Drive winds through the Flinders Ranges, offering great views of the landscape.

Litchfield Park Road is one of the most picturesque drives in the Northern Territory of Australia, running through the Litchfield National Park.

Located in New South Wales, Australia, the Glowworm Tunnel attracts visitors because of its glow worms. The tunnel is accessible via an unpaved road.

Located in the southeastern part of Queensland, Australia, Big Red and Little Red are the most iconic Glasshouse Mountains 4WD tracks. Make sure you have advanced 4WD experience and all the necessary recovery gear. Experienced drivers only.

Fairfield-Leopold Downs Road is a scenic drive located in the western Kimberley region of Western Australia.

Located in northeast Queensland, the CREB Track is one of Australia’s most spectacular and challenging four-wheel-drive trails. Make sure you have advanced 4WD experience, all the necessary recovery gear, and a winch if attempting in the wet.

Jim Jim Falls is a 200-meter-high waterfall located in the Northern Territory of Australia. Extreme care is required due to the threat of saltwater crocodiles. The road to the waterfall is a single-lane 4WD track with lots of small bumps and some sandy sections.

Trig Track is a hazardous road with steep descents located in Victoria, Australia. This scenic yet perilous journey is challenging, particularly in wet conditions.

Ernest Giles Road is one of the more remote drives in the Northern Territory of Australia. It's suitable for 4WD vehicles only, as there are significant dips, corrugations, and occasional deep sand, with regular closures during the wet season.

Hughenden Muttaburra Road (part of State Route 19) is a challenging drive located in the heart of Queensland, Australia. It is recommended for 4WD or high clearance vehicles only.

Corkscrew Road is a famous climb known for the difficulty of riding up its steep and sharp bends, located in Montacute, a small town and suburb in the Adelaide Hills of South Australia.

Barrier Highway is a very exciting trip linking New South Wales and South Australia. Driving at night is best avoided. Mobile phone coverage along the route is varied. It’s one of the Australian longest roads. 

Duck Creek Road is a very scenic drive straddling the Queensland/New South Wales border in Australia. The road remains closed by Local Council until further notice.

Located in the Gympie Region of Queensland, in Australia, Cooloola Beach Drive is one of the longest beach drives in the world. A beautiful beach ideal for 4x4 driving in low tide.

Wolvi Mountain is a mountain peak at an elevation of 373m (1,223ft) above sea level, located in Queensland, in Australia.

The Hay River Track is a very remote drive through some of the most stunningly beautiful parts of Australia. The track follows the course of an extinct river, and your vehicle will need to be extensively prepared for remote area travel. It's one of Australia’s best 4WD tracks.

The Great Central Road is a very scenic drive through the Heart of Australia, linking the Northern Territory to Western Australia. It’s one of Australia’s most iconic roads.

Boranup Drive is a charming unpaved but well-maintained road running through the heart of Boranup Forest in the Margaret River region of Western Australia.

Rawson Pass is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 2.124m (6,968ft) above sea level, located in New South Wales, in Australia. It's one of the highest roads in the country. 

The Landsborough Highway is the principal north-south route serving western Queensland, Australia. It’s one of Australia's longest roads.

Barkly Highway is a scenic road straddling Queensland and the Northern Territory of Australia.

Kakadu Highway (State Route 21) is a scenic drive through Kakadu National Park in the Northern Territory of Australia.

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Located in the Shire of Ravensthorpe, in Australia, the Hamersley Drive Heritage Trail Scenic Drive is a lovely drive through the dramatic coastline of the area.

Perched on a huge granite outcrop, at an elevation of 754m (2,473ft) above sea level, the Moonbi Lookout is located in the Northern Tablelands of New South Wales, Australia.

North West Coastal Highway is an amazing and scenic route running through Western Australia's remote north-west. It’s one of Australia's longest roads.

Old Andado Track is one of the most remote roads in the Northern Territory of Australia. This outback unsealed track is an interesting alternative route from Alice Springs to Oodnadatta through the fringe of the vast Simpson Desert, the largest parallel sand dune desert in the world. Some of its dunes are the longest in the world, running continuously for almost 200 km.

Mount Spec Road is a very scenic drive with stunning views in North Queensland, in northeastern Australia. It is a fantastic combination of tight bends up and down the range.

Located in northeast Queensland, Australia, the Noah Creek bridge is one of the most spectacular bridges in the world. The surface of the bridge is wood with some planks.

Mount William is a mountain peak at an elevation of 1,167m (3,829ft) above sea level, located in Victoria, Australia.

Binns Track is a very scenic 4x4 drive, running through some of Australia's most diverse terrain and spectacular scenery. It’s one of Australia’s best 4WD tracks.

Tucked away in the Southern Hemisphere, between the Indian and South Pacific oceans, Australia is the 6th largest country in the world. More than one-third of the country is desert. Australia is the largest island in the world. It is a unique and diverse country in every way and has a large mountain range that runs down its east coast. The majority of its population live on the coasts. Due to the large distances involved, Australia has the world's 9th longest road network.

The Basin-Olinda Road is a very scenic unpaved mountain road located in the central-south part of Victoria, in Australia.

Victoria Rocks Road is a scenic drive running through Victoria Rock Nature Reserve in Western Australia.

Tjukaruru Road is a challenging drive located in the Northern Territory of Australia. The unpaved road services many remote communities and tourism activities.

Coopers Creek Bridge is a concrete bridge located in Central West Queensland, Australia. It’s one of the most spectacular bridges in the world.

Tucked away in Australia's state of New South Wales, Kosciuszko Express Chairlift sits at an elevation of 1,937m (6,354ft) above sea level. It's one of the highest roads in the country.

Lajamanu is a small town located in the arid regions of the Northern Territory, in Australia.

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