Bay Of Fires 1:50,000 Topographic Map – Tasmania

An essential field map for navigating, planning and exploring one of Tasmania’s most celebrated coastal landscapes.

The Bay of Fires 1:50,000 Topographic Map provides a clear and accurate representation of this spectacular section of Tasmania’s east coast. Produced in 2023, Edition 2 features enhanced building symbols, hill shading and simplified vegetation classification, making the landscape easier to interpret both in the field and during trip planning.

At 1:50,000 scale, 1 centimetre on the map represents 500 metres on the ground—an excellent balance between regional coverage and practical topographic detail.

🗺️ Map Coverage

The Bay of Fires extends for more than 50 kilometres from Binalong Bay in the south towards Eddystone Point in the north. The region is famous for its clear blue water, white sandy beaches and granite boulders covered in vivid orange lichen.

Important locations and features shown include:

• Binalong Bay at the southern end of the Bay of Fires

• The coastal town of St Helens, offering accommodation, supplies and visitor services

• The coastline extending north towards Eddystone Point

• The Bay of Fires Conservation Area

• Rocky gullies, granite headlands and secluded beaches

• Sheltered inlets, bays and coastal waterways

• Coastal camping areas in the southern and central sections of the conservation area

• Walking routes, roads and access tracks where mapped

• Wildlife habitats and areas of natural interest

• Locations used for snorkelling, diving, fishing and other coastal recreation

The name Bay of Fires refers to the Aboriginal fires observed along the coastline by Captain Tobias Furneaux as he sailed past in 1773. Today, the region is internationally recognised for its exceptional scenery and is widely regarded as one of Australia’s most beautiful coastal destinations.

Its intricate shoreline combines open beaches with rocky gullies, small coves and secluded inlets. Together with abundant wildlife and excellent opportunities for camping, walking, snorkelling, diving and fishing, this makes the Bay of Fires one of Tasmania’s most rewarding regions to explore.

⛰️ Map Content and Features

The 1:50,000 map series is designed to provide a clear portrayal of topographic information for navigation, recreation and professional fieldwork. Features include:

• Contours and hill shading for interpreting elevation, slope and terrain

• Coastlines, beaches, bays, inlets and rocky headlands

• Rivers, creeks, lagoons and drainage features

• Walking tracks, roads and access routes where mapped

• Buildings and infrastructure

• Simplified vegetation classification

• Conservation-area coverage

• Towns, localities and named geographic features

• Camping and recreation areas where mapped

• Wildlife habitats and other points of interest

• Standard topographic symbols for efficient map reading

🧭 Who Uses This Map?

The Bay of Fires 1:50,000 Topographic Map is suitable for:

• Campers and coastal walkers exploring the Bay of Fires Conservation Area

• Bushwalkers and hikers planning routes along Tasmania’s east coast

• Recreational anglers accessing beaches, rocky shores and coastal locations

• Wildlife observers and nature photographers

• Outdoor guides and tourism operators working around St Helens and Binalong Bay

• Emergency services and search and rescue teams

• Conservation workers and environmental researchers

• Geography students and outdoor educators

• Local residents and visitors seeking a detailed overview of the region

Coastal conditions can change quickly. Always check current weather, fire, road, camping and conservation-area information before travelling. Observe local restrictions, use designated campsites and assess sea conditions carefully before swimming, snorkelling, diving or fishing.

For marine navigation, use the relevant official nautical chart rather than relying on a topographic map alone.

💧 Field-Ready Options for Rugged Use

Choose the format that best suits your intended use—from lightweight holiday planning to extended camping and fieldwork in coastal conditions.

✅ Standard Paper

• Printed on 100 gsm FSC® coated paper

• Produces crisp, clear text and finely defined map symbols

• Lightweight and convenient for general reference or protected field use

• An economical choice for trip planning, research and office applications

✅ Waterproof and Tearproof Tyvek®

• Made from genuine DuPont™ Tyvek®, an advanced synthetic material composed of pure polyethylene fibres

• Waterproof, tear-resistant, foldable and extremely lightweight

• Printed using HP pigment-based inks for a permanent waterproof finish

• Suitable for backpacks, vehicles and exposed coastal conditions

• Ideal for campers, walkers, emergency personnel and outdoor professionals

• Provides exceptional durability without the weight and bulk of lamination

✅ Laminated

• Fully encapsulated between two 80-micron gloss laminate sheets

• Highly resistant to water, stains, smudges and tearing

• Draw on the surface with whiteboard markers for route planning or instruction

• Use Mark-It-Dots to identify campsites, beaches, access points or hazards without marking the map permanently

• Wipeable and reusable

• Ideal for offices, classrooms, tourism operations and repeated field reference

📐 Map Details

• Title: Bay of Fires Topographic Map

• Series: Tasmania 1:50,000 Topographic Map Series

• Edition: 2

• Production year: 2023

• Scale: 1:50,000

• Ground distance: 1 cm represents 500 metres

• Datum: Geocentric Datum of Australia 2020 — GDA2020

• Coverage: Bay of Fires, Binalong Bay, St Helens, the coastline towards Eddystone Point, Bay of Fires Conservation Area and surrounding coastal landscapes

• Available formats: Paper, waterproof Tyvek® or laminated

• ISBN: 9318923027617

Important Datum Information

This map uses GDA2020. When transferring coordinates between the map and a GPS receiver, navigation application or other spatial data source, ensure the equipment and coordinates are set to the same datum.

🔍 Preview the Area in LISTmap

Use the LISTmap coverage preview to confirm that your campsite, beach, access route or area of interest falls within the Bay of Fires sheet before ordering.

🛒 Choose the Right Format

• Paper: Best for holiday planning, office reference and light field use

• Tyvek®: Best for camping, coastal walking and wet or exposed conditions

• Laminated: Best for repeated use, route marking, education and tourism operations

🎯 Summary

Whether you are camping beside a secluded beach, walking among orange lichen-covered granite boulders, exploring the inlets and rocky gullies, fishing along the coast or using St Helens as your base, the Bay of Fires Topographic Map provides the detail and regional context needed to experience this remarkable part of Tasmania.

Plan with purpose. Navigate with confidence. Explore the Bay of Fires with accuracy.