Meadowbank 1:50,000 Topographic Map – Tasmania

An essential regional map for navigating, planning and exploring Meadowbank Lake, the lower Derwent Valley and the landscapes surrounding Mount Field National Park.

The Meadowbank 1:50,000 Topographic Map provides a clear and accurate representation of this varied rural and recreational region. Produced in 2026, Edition 2 features enhanced building symbols, hill shading and simplified vegetation classification, making the terrain 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 Meadowbank sheet covers the rural lower Derwent Valley between Ouse and Bushy Park, including the historic township of Hamilton. Meadowbank Lake forms the central feature of the map, while the southwestern portion extends into the remarkable glacial landscape of Mount Field National Park.

Important locations and features shown include:

• Meadowbank Lake and its surrounding shoreline

• The rural lower Derwent Valley

• Ouse

• Bushy Park

• The historic township of Hamilton

• Part of Mount Field National Park

• Glacial landforms and mountain terrain

• Bushwalking and recreational areas

• Roads, tracks and regional access routes

• Rivers, creeks and drainage features

• Agricultural land, vegetation and named geographic features

Meadowbank Lake is a popular destination for recreational fishing and water skiing, providing a striking contrast to the surrounding farms and historic settlements of the lower Derwent Valley.

To the southwest, Mount Field National Park is known for its glacially shaped terrain and extensive range of bushwalking opportunities. This combination of rural landscapes, waterways, historic towns and mountain environments makes the Meadowbank map useful for recreation, travel and professional fieldwork.

⛰️ 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

• Mountains, ridges, valleys and glacial landforms

• Lakes, rivers, creeks and drainage features

• Roads, walking routes, tracks and access points

• Buildings, settlements and infrastructure

• Simplified vegetation classification

• Agricultural and rural land coverage

• National park and recreation-area coverage

• Towns, localities and named geographic features

• Standard topographic symbols for efficient map reading

🧭 Who Uses This Map?

The Meadowbank 1:50,000 Topographic Map is suitable for:

• Bushwalkers and hikers exploring Mount Field National Park and surrounding country

• Anglers planning visits to Meadowbank Lake and regional waterways

• Water-skiing and boating enthusiasts seeking an overview of the lake and surrounding landscape

• Touring drivers and independent travellers exploring the lower Derwent Valley

• Farmers, land managers and rural professionals

• Search and rescue teams and emergency services

• Conservation workers and environmental researchers

• Tourism operators and outdoor guides

• Outdoor educators and geography students

• Local residents and visitors exploring Ouse, Hamilton and Bushy Park

Conditions within Mount Field National Park can change rapidly, particularly at higher elevations where cold, rain, wind, ice or snow may occur. Check current weather, park, track, fire and road information before departure and carry appropriate navigation and safety equipment.

This is a topographic map, not a nautical chart. Anyone boating or water skiing on Meadowbank Lake should also consult current local boating regulations, hazard information and official marine-safety guidance.

💧 Field-Ready Options for Rugged Use

Choose the format that best suits your intended use—from lightweight trip planning to demanding all-weather fieldwork.

✅ 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, vessels, vehicles and exposed field conditions

• Ideal for walkers, anglers, 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, fishing locations, access points or hazards without marking the map permanently

• Wipeable and reusable

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

📐 Map Details

• Title: Meadowbank Topographic Map

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

• Edition: 2

• Production year: 2026

• Scale: 1:50,000

• Ground distance: 1 cm represents 500 metres

• Datum: Geocentric Datum of Australia 1994 — GDA94

• Coverage: Meadowbank Lake, Ouse, Hamilton, Bushy Park, the lower Derwent Valley and part of Mount Field National Park

• Available formats: Paper, waterproof Tyvek® or laminated

• ISBN: 9318923027952

• Sheet Number: TP07

Important Datum Information

This map uses GDA94. 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 destination, walking route or area of interest falls within the Meadowbank sheet before ordering.

🛒 Choose the Right Format

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

• Tyvek®: Best for bushwalking, fishing and wet or demanding conditions

• Laminated: Best for repeated use, route marking, education and operational planning

🎯 Summary

Whether you are fishing or water skiing on Meadowbank Lake, touring the historic lower Derwent Valley, visiting Hamilton, exploring the countryside between Ouse and Bushy Park or walking through Mount Field National Park, the Meadowbank Topographic Map provides the detail and geographic context needed to understand this diverse region.

Plan with purpose. Navigate with confidence. Explore Tasmania’s Derwent Valley with accuracy.