Batlow 8526-4N Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed Snowy Valleys & Southern NSW Highlands Mapping | Batlow, Bago State Forest, Green Hills State Forest, Blowering Reservoir, Laurel Hill, Kunama & Apple-Growing Country | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Snowy Valleys and Forested Highlands of Batlow

Discover the rolling orchard country, towering mountain forests, winding creek valleys and rugged highland landscapes of southern New South Wales with the Batlow 8526-4N Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Batlow and the surrounding Snowy Valleys highlands, this detailed 1:25,000 topographic map provides valuable geographical information for bushwalkers, forest managers, rural landowners, environmental researchers, surveyors and emergency services.

Batlow and Australia's Apple-Growing Highlands

Batlow is a historic agricultural township renowned for its apple orchards, cool-climate farming and mountain scenery.

Situated on the western slopes of the Snowy Mountains, the town occupies elevated country where fertile agricultural clearings contrast with native forest and steep valley systems.

Its orchards and rural properties illustrate the importance of elevation, climate, soil characteristics and drainage in shaping agricultural production.

The map provides useful geographical context for studying Batlow's settlement pattern, local roads, farming properties and surrounding terrain.

Bago State Forest and Mountain Landscapes

Bago State Forest occupies extensive mountain country east and south of Batlow, containing native eucalypt forests, managed plantations, ridgelines and forest access roads.

The forest's changing elevations and vegetation communities make it an important landscape for forestry, conservation, bushwalking and geographical research.

The wider district includes the Pilot Hill Arboretum and Bago Sculpture Forest, providing further recreational and environmental interest.

The historic Sugar Pine Walk was destroyed during the 2019–20 bushfires. The replacement Sugar Pines visitor area demonstrates the region's continuing environmental recovery.

Green Hills State Forest and Laurel Hill

The Green Hills State Forest and nearby Laurel Hill district contain an extensive mosaic of forest plantations, native woodland, mountain gullies and rural roads.

These landscapes reflect the region's long association with commercial forestry and timber production.

Detailed contours help identify steep gradients, drainage divides, forest ridges and access corridors, making the map particularly useful for fieldwork and forest management.

Blowering Reservoir and Eastern Catchments

The eastern side of the Batlow sheet extends towards Blowering Reservoir, part of the important Snowy Mountains water-management landscape.

The reservoir's western approaches feature forested slopes, deeply dissected valleys, waterways and recreation access routes.

The surrounding terrain is valuable for examining catchment hydrology, reservoir shorelines, slope gradients and the relationship between mountain drainage systems and water storage.

Some forest roads and reservoir access areas remain subject to restrictions following bushfire damage and subsequent repair works.

Kunama, Mountain Roads and Rural Land Management

The Kunama district and surrounding rural country contain agricultural holdings, forest boundaries, winding roads and elevated terrain.

These features illustrate how topography influences property access, farming, infrastructure development and bushfire management.

At 1:25,000 scale (1cm = 250 metres), detailed contours and grid references assist with interpreting terrain, elevation, drainage patterns, forest tracks and rural road alignments.

Whether exploring Batlow's orchard country, navigating Bago State Forest, studying the Blowering catchment or undertaking professional fieldwork, this 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 Batlow topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed 10-metre contour intervals showing mountain slopes, forested ridges, saddles, spurs, creek gullies and valleys.

• Rivers & Waterways – Mountain creeks, tributaries, drainage systems and sections of the Blowering Reservoir catchment, where mapped.

• Roads & Tracks – Batlow Road, rural access roads, forestry roads, recorded fire trails and management tracks, where mapped.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Selected town buildings, rural structures, bridges, forest infrastructure, roads, water storage features and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Native eucalypt forest, managed plantations, orchard country, agricultural clearings, mountain valleys and reservoir slopes.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Batlow, Bago State Forest, Green Hills State Forest, Kunama, Laurel Hill and Blowering Reservoir.

• Grid References – Coordinates and map grid information for navigation, GPS interpretation, surveying and professional fieldwork.

🧭 Format & Material Options

🧾 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.

• Paper maps are supplied folded by default, unless flat delivery is specifically requested in the order notes at checkout.

• Flat maps are particularly suitable for framing, 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 forest navigation, Snowy Valleys bushwalking, rural property surveys, mountain fieldwork 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 forestry management, biodiversity research, catchment planning and emergency response.

📐 Map Specifications

🎯 Ideal For

• Bushwalkers & Wilderness Navigators – Terrain reference for mountain ridges, forest trails, creek valleys and authorised access routes.

• State Forest & Conservation Managers – Mapping for Bago State Forest, Green Hills State Forest, forest roads, plantations and native vegetation.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Geographical information for eucalypt forest, vegetation recovery, forest habitats and biodiversity monitoring.

• Geologists & Geomorphologists – Study mountain landforms, weathering, stream erosion, slope gradients and regional terrain development.

• Catchment & Water Resource Managers – Terrain information for Blowering Reservoir, mountain drainage systems and surrounding catchments.

• Rural Landowners & Orchard Managers – Geographical reference for farm access, agricultural terrain, drainage, slope gradients and rural land management.

• Surveyors & Field Researchers – Coordinates, contours and terrain information for preliminary investigations and professional fieldwork.

• Emergency Services – Reference for bushfire response, remote forest access, severe weather, flooding and search-and-rescue operations.

• Geography Students & Educators – Study orchard agriculture, forestry, reservoir systems, mountain landscapes, contour mapping and bushfire recovery.

📍 Official NSW Mapping Source

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

View the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer

For current forest recreation areas, walking tracks, access restrictions and safety information, consult Forestry Corporation of NSW.

For current national park visitor facilities, walking routes and alerts, consult NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

For local road conditions, council services and regional planning information, consult Snowy Valleys Council.

For Blowering Reservoir recreation conditions and water storage information, consult WaterNSW.

For current bushfire warnings, consult NSW Rural Fire Service, and for flooding and severe-weather emergencies, consult NSW State Emergency Service.

Important Navigation & Safety Information: The Batlow district contains steep forested mountain slopes, remote forestry roads, changing creek conditions, working plantations and areas affected by the 2019–20 bushfires.

Some forest access routes, particularly around Bago State Forest and the western approaches to Blowering Reservoir, may remain closed or subject to restrictions because of fire damage, erosion, unstable trees and road maintenance.

Heavy rainfall, storms, bushfires and seasonal snow or ice may affect mountain roads, creek crossings and forest access tracks.

Some roads are forestry management routes or cross private property. Their depiction on a topographic map does not establish public access rights.

Always check current forest closures, road conditions, weather forecasts, fire danger ratings and reservoir access restrictions, and carry appropriate navigation equipment, water and emergency communication devices.

Topographic maps are not substitutes for current official access information or emergency advice.

🌏 Explore More with Mapworld

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

For advice on contour lines, mountain ridges, creek valleys and grid references, explore How to Read a Topographic Map in Australia.

For coverage immediately north of Batlow, the Wondalga 8527-3S Topographic Map extends into the adjoining Snowy Valleys hinterland, forested slopes and rural catchments.

For coverage immediately south, the Courabyra 8526-4S Topographic Map provides detailed mapping of the neighbouring mountain country, rural roads and southern highland landscapes.

For coverage immediately west, the Westbrook 8426-1N Topographic Map continues into the western Snowy Valleys foothills and agricultural hinterland.

For coverage immediately east, the Talbingo 8526-1N Topographic Map covers adjoining forested mountain terrain, reservoir approaches and the northern Snowy Mountains landscape.

For additional regional mapping, use the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer to inspect adjacent sheet boundaries and identify further companion maps.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Batlow 8526-4N Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for Snowy Valleys bushwalking, forestry management, orchard and rural property planning, environmental research, catchment conservation, surveying, emergency services and geographical education.