Black Spur, Mountain road in Victoria, Australia
Black Spur is a winding mountain road stretching roughly 28 kilometers through the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges in Victoria. The route passes through forests with tall mountain ash trees and fern-covered valleys that close in on both sides.
The road was built during early settlement as a key transport route for the logging industry, connecting the Yarra Valley to the high country. This connection drove the region's economic growth through timber extraction in the 1800s.
Travelers follow this winding road through thick eucalyptus forests, experiencing a key part of how Australians connect with their natural landscape. The dense vegetation around each bend shows how the forest shapes the journey itself.
The road has many tight curves and becomes slippery after heavy rain, so drivers should take care and avoid it in poor weather or darkness. The best time to drive is during daylight with good conditions for clear sight and better control.
Mountain ash trees along the route grow over 100 meters tall, creating natural tunnels above the winding road. These giant trees are older than the road itself and rank among the tallest hardwoods on Earth.
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