| Type: | road |
| Road Name: | Nelson Road |
| State: | tas |
| Length: | 3.9 |
| Direction A: | South |
| Direction B: | North |
| End A: | Mount Nelson |
| End B: | Sandy Bay |
| Through: | Mount Nelson |
Nelson Road is a key local road located in the southern suburbs of Hobart, Tasmania, Australia. It connects the suburb of Mount Nelson to Sandy Bay, providing a scenic route along the slopes of Mount Nelson.
Nelson Road begins in the residential area of Mount Nelson, starting near the Southern Outlet. It heads north through bushland and residential areas, descending towards Sandy Bay. The road offers panoramic views of the Derwent River and the city of Hobart.
As it enters Sandy Bay, Nelson Road connects with Sandy Bay Road, a major thoroughfare that runs along the Hobart waterfront. The road is known for its sharp turns and elevation changes as it winds through the foothills of Mount Nelson.
Nelson Road has long served as an important route for residents of Mount Nelson and the surrounding areas. The road has historical significance as one of the early access routes to the signal station located on Mount Nelson, which played a key role in Hobart's colonial communication systems.[1]
The road was originally built to facilitate travel between the growing suburban areas of Sandy Bay and Mount Nelson. Over the years, upgrades have been made to improve the safety of the road, which includes the installation of guardrails and speed limit adjustments due to the road's steep and winding nature.
Several improvements have been made to Nelson Road in recent years to accommodate increasing traffic volumes. These upgrades have primarily focused on enhancing road safety, particularly during adverse weather conditions, and reducing congestion during peak hours.[2]
In addition, walking and cycling paths have been integrated into parts of the road, allowing for safer pedestrian access between Mount Nelson and Sandy Bay.