Auburn 9031-1S Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW Hawkesbury Hinterland Topographic Mapping | Auburn Creek, Womerah Range, Howes Range, Jurd Creek, Melon Creek, Yondi Mountain & Yengo National Park Region | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Sandstone Ranges and Forested Valleys of Auburn

Discover the rugged sandstone escarpments, secluded creek valleys, densely forested ridges and remote bushland of the New South Wales Hawkesbury hinterland with the Auburn 9031-1S Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering the Auburn Creek district and surrounding country within the Lower Macdonald–Yengo landscape, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for bushwalkers, four-wheel-drive explorers, conservation managers, rural landowners, environmental scientists, surveyors and emergency services.

The Auburn district occupies a distinctive landscape of deeply dissected sandstone plateaus, narrow valleys, steep wooded slopes and complex drainage systems, forming part of the extensive wilderness country northwest of Sydney.

Unlike the urban suburb of Auburn in metropolitan Sydney, this topographic sheet depicts the remote Hawkesbury hinterland, where sandstone ranges and forested catchments dominate the landscape.

The map provides geographical coverage relevant to Auburn Creek, Auburn West, Womerah Creek, Womerah Range, Howes Range, Jurd Creek, Melon Creek and Yondi Mountain and surrounding forested country.

Auburn Creek is one of the district's defining waterways, flowing through rugged terrain characterised by steep slopes, tributary gullies and native woodland.

The surrounding drainage network includes Bailey Creek, Bala Creek, Gorricks Creek, Ivory Creek, Jurd Creek, Marlo Creek, Melon Creek and Womerah Creek, together with numerous smaller tributaries and intermittent watercourses.

These branching waterways illustrate the relationship between sandstone geology, erosion, ridge formation and catchment development.

The Womerah Range forms an important element of the district's rugged topography, with wooded ridgelines, steep slopes and deeply incised valleys creating challenging terrain for bushwalking and land management.

Nearby Howes Range provides another significant geographical reference, illustrating the extensive sandstone uplands and complex ridge systems of the wider Hawkesbury hinterland.

Yondi Mountain and the surrounding elevated country offer additional opportunities to understand local relief, drainage divides and the relationship between ridges and creek catchments.

The map also identifies local features such as Broad Arm, Fishermans Point, Green Gully, Little Melon Creek, Molls Bight, Perrys Crossing, Sundi Mound and Thompson Creek, reflecting the detailed geographical naming of this remote landscape.

The wider district forms part of the landscape associated with Yengo National Park, an extensive protected area encompassing sandstone wilderness, native forests, Aboriginal cultural heritage and important biodiversity.

The park lies within the broader Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area, recognised for its exceptional eucalypt diversity and distinctive sandstone ecosystems.

The neighbouring Parr State Conservation Area also forms part of the wider protected bushland landscape, containing forested ridges, sandstone valleys and habitats important for native wildlife.

Vegetation across the region includes dry sclerophyll forest, eucalypt woodland, sheltered gully vegetation and sandstone heath, with plant communities varying according to elevation, soil depth and moisture availability.

The drainage systems of the wider district connect with the Macdonald River and Hawkesbury River catchments, making the area valuable for studying upland hydrology, sediment transport and catchment conservation.

Remote forest roads, management trails and historic access routes provide geographical reference points, although many tracks may be unsuitable for ordinary vehicles or subject to access restrictions.

The region's combination of steep terrain, dry forests and isolated valleys makes detailed mapping particularly valuable for bushfire planning, search-and-rescue operations, environmental monitoring and remote-area navigation.

At 1:25,000 scale (1cm = 250 metres), the map provides detailed elevation contours, waterways, roads, tracks, buildings, vegetation and geographical reference information for interpreting this challenging landscape.

Whether you're investigating rural property, planning authorised bushwalking routes, studying sandstone catchments, assessing forest access or undertaking professional fieldwork, the Auburn topographic map provides an excellent geographical reference.

Professionally printed by Mapworld and available in standard paper, waterproof and tearproof DuPont™ Tyvek®, and laminated finishes.

🗺️ Map Content & Features

The Auburn topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed terrain information showing rugged sandstone ridges, steep escarpments, narrow spurs, saddles, deeply incised gullies, elevated plateaus and creek valleys.

• Rivers & Waterways – Auburn Creek, Womerah Creek, Jurd Creek, Melon Creek, Bailey Creek, Bala Creek, Gorricks Creek and Ivory Creek, together with smaller tributaries, drainage lines and waterholes.

• Roads & Tracks – Recorded rural access roads, forest management trails, fire trails and other mapped routes across the remote hinterland.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Selected rural buildings, property access routes, crossings, tracks and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Native eucalypt forest, dry sclerophyll woodland, sandstone ridges, sheltered gullies, rocky slopes and creekside vegetation.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Auburn Creek, Auburn West, Womerah Range, Howes Range, Yondi Mountain, Jurd Creek, Marlo Creek and Perrys Crossing, together with surrounding geographical features.

• Grid References – Coordinates and geographical reference information for map-and-compass navigation, GPS interpretation, surveying and professional fieldwork.

🧭 Format & Material Options

To suit a range of field and display needs, this map is available in multiple durable and practical formats:

🧾 Standard Paper (Folded or Flat)

• Traditional, lightweight and economical option for everyday use, archival storage and indoor reference

• Ideal for framing under glass, classrooms, desktop planning and geographical study

• Available folded for convenient storage or flat for display and professional reference

💧 Waterproof / Tearproof Tyvek®

• Made from 100% polyethylene fibres, Tyvek® has the appearance of paper but is water-resistant, tear-resistant and flexible

• Ideal for backpackers, bushwalkers, rangers, field researchers and search-and-rescue teams

• Can be folded or rolled repeatedly without damage, making it particularly useful for regular outdoor navigation

• Withstands rain, mud, snow and UV exposure, providing a durable solution for demanding field conditions

• Particularly suitable for remote bushwalking, forest exploration, conservation surveys and emergency operations

🛡️ Laminated (Encapsulated)

• Fully sealed between two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate for a durable, protective finish

• Dry-erase compatible – Write temporary notes, coordinates, routes or observations with a whiteboard marker and wipe clean

• Compatible with Mark-It-Dots for highlighting important locations, survey sites, routes or operational zones

• Ideal for repeated handling, field planning, vehicle dashboards, workshops, classrooms and incident control centres

• Especially valuable for land management, forestry operations, bushfire planning and emergency response

📐 Map Specifications

🎯 Ideal For

• Bushwalkers & Wilderness Explorers – Detailed mapping for sandstone ridges, secluded creek valleys, steep slopes, drainage lines and authorised bushwalking routes.

• Four-Wheel-Drive Enthusiasts & Remote-Area Travellers – Geographical reference for recorded forest roads, track junctions, rugged terrain and route planning, subject to current access conditions.

• Rural Landowners & Property Managers – Mapping for property access, terrain gradients, waterways, drainage systems and land management.

• Forestry Professionals & Conservation Managers – Terrain information for forest management, vegetation assessment, access planning and bushfire preparedness.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Geographical reference for sandstone ecosystems, native vegetation, biodiversity surveys, creek catchments and habitat conservation.

• Catchment & Water Resource Managers – Mapping for drainage assessment, stream networks, erosion studies and catchment protection.

• Surveyors & Civil Engineers – Terrain information for preliminary site investigations, remote infrastructure assessment, access planning and professional fieldwork.

• Emergency Services – Geographical reference for bushfire response, remote property access, search-and-rescue operations and emergency route planning.

• Geography Students & Researchers – Explore the relationship between sandstone geology, topography, drainage systems, vegetation, erosion and protected wilderness landscapes.

📍 Official NSW Mapping Source

This map forms part of the NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series, providing authoritative geographical information about natural and built features across New South Wales.

The series includes elevation contours, waterways, roads, tracks, vegetation, buildings, geographical features, place names and coordinate references.

View the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer

For information about wilderness conservation, protected areas, walking routes, park closures and visitor safety, consult Yengo National Park – NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

For information about protected bushland, visitor access and conservation management, consult Parr State Conservation Area – NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

For current bushfire information, fire danger ratings and emergency warnings, consult NSW Rural Fire Service.

For emergency planning, severe weather warnings and flood information, consult NSW State Emergency Service.

The Auburn district contains remote sandstone ranges, steep forested slopes, narrow creek valleys, isolated bushland and unsealed forest tracks subject to changing conditions. Heavy rainfall can cause rapid rises in creek levels, slippery crossings, erosion and damage to access routes, while dry weather and high temperatures can create severe bushfire conditions. Some forest trails are closed to public vehicles, restricted to management operations or unsuitable for conventional vehicles. Tracks shown on a topographic map do not necessarily establish public access rights. The rugged terrain may also contain unstable rock ledges, steep drop-offs and areas with limited mobile phone coverage. Always check national park alerts, fire danger ratings, weather forecasts, road closures and access restrictions, respect private property and protected areas, and carry appropriate navigation equipment, water and emergency communication devices. Topographic maps are not substitutes for cadastral surveys, current emergency advice or official access information.

🌏 Explore More with Mapworld

Discover our complete collection of NSW 1:25,000 Topographic Maps, providing detailed geographical coverage across New South Wales and adjoining regions.

For practical advice on interpreting contour lines, identifying ridgelines and creek valleys, understanding grid references and navigating Australian landscapes, explore our guide to How to Read a Topographic Map in Australia.

For geographical coverage immediately north of Auburn, the Moruben 9031-1N Topographic Map provides the adjoining northern sheet, extending across additional sandstone ridges, forested country and drainage systems.

For additional coverage west of Auburn, the Six Brothers 9031-4S Topographic Map provides a useful companion sheet for the adjoining sandstone hinterland.

For broader geographical coverage towards the Macdonald River valley and historic St Albans district, the St Albans 9031-2N Topographic Map provides a regional reference for adjoining Hawkesbury hinterland landscapes.

For extended coverage of Yengo National Park, Parr State Conservation Area, the Womerah Range and the wider Hawkesbury hinterland, use the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer to identify further neighbouring sheets.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Auburn 9031-1S Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for bushwalking, remote-area navigation, forestry, wilderness conservation, rural property management, environmental research, surveying, emergency services and geographical education.