About Cape Tribulation Bloomfield Road
Cape Tribulation Road Updates

Cape Tribulation Bloomfield Road is Open

The 4WD Cape Tribulation Bloomfield Road (also known as the Bloomfield Track or Coast Road) is one of Australia’s most scenic and challenging drives.

The 4WD route is not suitable for towing trailers, campervans or caravans.

It travels through the heart of the Wet Tropics and features world-heritage listed rainforest, waterfalls, creek crossings, rainforest-clad ranges and stunning views.

You are strongly advised to check weather conditions before tackling the road.  It is only partially sealed with very steep ranges and natural creek crossings. As such, the road can become impassable after heavy rain.  Motorists should exercise caution when traversing natural creek crossings. Road conditions can change quickly. Gravel coverage on some sections were washed away during the wet season. Over the past days we’ve received rainfall, and the road can become slippery. You should always drive slowly and carefully, particularly if you are not used to unsealed roads.

Cape Tribulation-Bloomfield Road Pavement and Culvert Upgrade

Road conditions

The road is only suitable for 4WD vehicles, and is not suitable for vehicles towing trailers, campervans or caravans. If you intend to drive this route, please check weather conditions beforehand.  The road is only partially sealed with very steep ranges and natural creek crossings. As such, the road can become impassable after heavy rain.  Motorists should exercise caution when traversing natural creek crossings.

Road conditions in the Wet Tropics can change quickly. When roads are wet they can become very slippery. You should always drive slowly and carefully, particularly if you are not used to unsealed roads.

Temporary closures

You can be fined by the Queensland Police Service for disobeying ‘ROAD CLOSED’ signs and heavy vehicles can also be liable for damage caused to the roadway.

This information is provided as a guide only – please drive slowly, obey signage and always drive according to prevailing road conditions.

Associated permits, approvals & notices

Alcohol limits apply in Wujal Wujal.  Full details of Wujal Wujal alcohol limits are available from the Queensland Government’s Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Services unit or by phoning 13 QGOV (13 74 68)