Australia, New South Wales
An empty escarpment road climbing from cattle country onto the New England plateau.
Length
160 km
In miles
99.4 mi
Driving time
5 hr
Atlas rating
9.0 / 10
The run
Gloucester to Walcha. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Fog on the escarpment
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