Roads of Australia

Australia, a vast continent characterized by its diverse landscapes, offers road journeys that transport travelers beyond mere destinations. They weave stories, history, and the very essence of Australia itself. Starting from the iconic Great Ocean Road, which flaunts the majesty of the Twelve Apostles against a backdrop of the roaring Southern Ocean, to the Pacific Highway where azure waters meet vibrant cities and timeless rainforests, every turn reveals a new spectacle.

But it's not just the coastal drives that beckon. The heart of the continent hides rugged challenges and raw beauty. The Old Telegraph Track in Cape York isn't just a road; it's a testament to Australia's pioneering spirit, where 4WD enthusiasts navigate the challenging terrain and river crossings. The Great Alpine Road, not just the highest year-round accessible paved road but a panoramic marvel, showcases the majesty of the Australian Alps. For the true adventurer, the Canning Stock Route, one of the world's toughest tracks, offers an unparalleled challenge across remote desert landscapes. Meanwhile, Macquarie Pass entices with its winding paths and lush rainforests, a reminder of Australia's ecological diversity.

And then, there's the Outback Highway, a journey of contrasts and history, promising memories that will linger long after the tires stop turning. In Australia, roads are more than asphalt and signs; they are narrative threads weaving the diverse tapestry of the land Down Under.

Landsborough Highway is the principal north-south route serving western Queensland, Australia. It’s named after William Landsborough. It’s one of the Australian longest roads.

Mount William (Duwul or Duwil) is a mountain peak at an elevation of 1.167m (3,829ft) above the sea level, located in western Victoria, Australia.

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 200km.

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 Spec Road is a very scenic drive with stunning views in North Queensland, in northeastern Australia.

Binns Track is a very scenic 4x4 journey through some of Australia's most diverse terrain and spectacular scenery. It’s known for its diverse terrain as it courses though mountains, deserts and vast plains. It’s one of the Australia’s best 4WD tracks.

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

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

Humbert Track is a challenging track located in the Northern Territory (Australia).

Lajamanu Road is an unsealed road located in the arid regions of the Northern Territory, in Australia.

Tucked away in Australia's state of New South Wales, near the Victorian border, Kosciuszko Express Chairlift sits at an elevation of 1.937m (6,354ft) above the sea level. It's one of the highest roads of the country.

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

Asses Ears Road is a scenic road located in in western Victoria, Australia.

Dampier Lookout is a lookout at an elevation of 1.245m (4,084ft) above the sea level, located in the state of New South Wales in the country of Australia.

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

Victoria Rocks Road is the name of a very scenic drive through the Victoria Rock Nature Reserve, in Western Australia.

Oolloo Road is a scenic drive located in the heart of the Northern Territory of Australia.

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

Murray Scrub Road is a scenic drive located in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia.

Dorat Road, also known as State Route 23, is a very scenic single lane sealed road located in the Northern Territory of Australia.

Located in the Shire of Douglas, in Far North Queensland, Australia, Quaid Road is a disused development road which leads from Wangetti on the coast up into the rain forest.

Located in Queensland, Australia, the Diamantina Developmental Road is a very exciting journey, taking in every kind of terrain, landscape and vista that Australia has to offer. It’s one of the Australian longest roads.

Located in the Berowra Valley Regional Park in the state of New South Wales, Australia, the Tunks Creek Bridge is one of the most spectacular bridges in the world.

Caves Road Tourist Drive is a very scenic drive located in the South West region of Western Australia (Australia).

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.

Duncans Pass is a mountain pass at an elevation of 912m above the sea level, located in the Blue Mountains, in New South Wales, Australia.

Knoll Scenic Drive is a five kilometre sealed, one-way circular drive in Western Australia, located on the peninsula between the Walpole and Nornalup Inlets.

Located on the southern coast of the island of Fongafale in Tuvalu, the Tengako Causeway is an asphalted causeway separating the Pacific Ocean from the Te Namo Lagoon.

Located within the picturesque Toomuc Valley, in Victoria, Australia, Berglund Road is a brutal road with gradients peaking at 30%.

Mount Banks is a mountain pass at an elevation of 863m above the sea level located in New South Wales, Australia.

Located on the south coast of New South Wales, in Australia, the Lawrence Hargrave Drive is said to be one of the most beautiful coastal roads.

Lasseter Highway (A4) is the name of a very scenic drive located in the heart of the southern region of the Northern Territory, Australia.

Mount St Gwinear is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 1.299m (4,261ft) above the sea level, located in Victoria, Australia, at the north-east end of the Baw Baw National Park.

The Sydney Highway is a very scenic journey at the heart of the Territory of Cocos (Keeling) Islands, an Australian external territory in the Indian Ocean.

Mount Useful is a mountain peak at an elevation of 1.436m (4,711ft) above the sea level, located in the Gippsland region, in Victoria, Australia.

Gorge Road is a very scenic drive located on the scenic countryside near Beechworth, in the north-east of Victoria, Australia.

Donohue Highway is the name of a very scenic drive running through the northern foothills of the Simpson Desert in Queensland, in Australia.

Gillies Range Road is the name of a very curvy road located on the boundary of the Cairns and the Tablelands regions of Queensland, in Australia.

Dead Horse Gap is a high mountain pass at an elevation of 1.597m (5,239ft) above the sea level, located in New South Wales, in Australia.