Blowering 8527-2S Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW Snowy Mountains & Tumut Valley Topographic Mapping | Blowering Reservoir, Blowering Dam, Kosciuszko National Park, Bogong Mountains, Goobarragandra River & Snowy Mountains Highway | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Mountain Ranges and Reservoir Landscapes of Blowering

Discover the expansive mountain reservoir, rugged forested ranges, secluded creek valleys and dramatic alpine foothills of southern New South Wales with the Blowering 8527-2S Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Blowering Reservoir and the surrounding mountain country south of Tumut, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for bushwalkers, four-wheel-drive explorers, water-resource managers, conservation professionals, environmental researchers, surveyors and emergency services.

The Blowering district occupies a remarkable landscape where the Tumut River valley cuts through the western foothills of the Snowy Mountains, creating an intricate terrain of forested mountain ridges, steep slopes, reservoir shorelines and winding waterways.

The map provides geographical coverage relevant to Blowering Reservoir, the Snowy Mountains Highway, Kosciuszko National Park, the Bogong Mountains, Goobarragandra River and surrounding forested catchments.

Blowering Reservoir is one of the region's most prominent geographical features. Formed by the construction of Blowering Dam across the Tumut River, the reservoir extends south through a deep mountain valley surrounded by wooded slopes and rugged uplands.

The reservoir forms an important component of the Snowy Mountains Scheme, storing water released from upstream hydroelectric operations for irrigation, environmental flows and downstream water supply.

Blowering Dam, completed in 1968, is a major rock-fill structure situated approximately 13 kilometres south of Tumut. With a storage capacity exceeding 1.6 million megalitres, it is one of New South Wales' largest reservoirs.

The reservoir is also famous as the location where Ken Warby established the world water-speed record in 1978, adding a distinctive chapter to the region's recreational and engineering history.

The eastern shoreline is closely associated with the Snowy Mountains Highway, which winds through steep forested country and provides important access between Tumut, Talbingo and the higher mountain regions.

Much of the surrounding landscape is protected within Kosciuszko National Park, one of Australia's most significant conservation areas.

The park's western slopes contain extensive eucalypt forests, rocky ridges, sheltered gullies and mountain waterways, providing important habitats for native wildlife.

To the east, the Goobarragandra River flows through a distinctive mountain valley before joining the Tumut River system farther north.

The map shows portions of the river's upper valley and adjoining forested terrain, where steep ridgelines and tributary gullies illustrate the complexity of mountain drainage.

The Bogong Mountains form a prominent upland landscape, with heavily wooded ridges, steep slopes and elevated drainage divides.

These mountains provide a striking example of the relationship between elevation, vegetation, erosion and catchment development in the western Snowy Mountains.

The map also identifies Blowering Cliffs, a significant geographical landmark overlooking the reservoir.

Nearby Blowering Falls is reached by a steep walking route through native forest, offering views of the reservoir and surrounding mountain country.

The Log Bridge Creek area provides a useful reference point for recreation and access to parts of Kosciuszko National Park.

Other named geographical features include Warogong Sugarloaf, Bullock Hill, Burragorang Ridge, Bogong Creek, Coles Creek and Bowlers Creek, together with numerous smaller tributaries and drainage lines.

The surrounding forests include extensive areas of dry and wet eucalypt woodland, montane forest and sheltered creekside vegetation, varying with elevation, slope orientation and rainfall.

Across the reservoir, the wider landscape includes Bago State Forest, adding to the contrast between protected national park environments and managed forest country.

The Blowering region supports a range of recreational activities, including bushwalking, camping, boating, fishing and nature observation, subject to current park, waterway and access regulations.

It is also significant for studying hydroelectric development, reservoir management, water storage, environmental flows and the relationship between engineering infrastructure and natural topography.

The combination of steep mountain slopes, forest roads, remote gullies and changing reservoir levels makes detailed topographic mapping particularly valuable for navigation, conservation management, bushfire planning and emergency response.

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

Whether you're studying the Blowering catchment, planning authorised bushwalking routes, investigating forested terrain or undertaking professional fieldwork, the Blowering 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 Blowering topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed terrain information showing steep mountain ridges, elevated forested slopes, narrow spurs, saddles, reservoir escarpments, creek gullies and mountain valleys.

• Rivers & Waterways – Blowering Reservoir, Tumut River system, Goobarragandra River, Bogong Creek, Coles Creek, Bowlers Creek and associated tributaries and drainage systems.

• Roads & Tracks – Snowy Mountains Highway, rural access roads, recorded national park management trails, fire trails, walking tracks and other mapped routes.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Selected rural buildings, reservoir infrastructure, camping areas, road crossings, transmission lines and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Native eucalypt forests, montane woodland, rocky mountain slopes, reservoir shorelines, sheltered gullies and protected national park landscapes.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Blowering Reservoir, Blowering Dam, Blowering Cliffs, Bogong Mountains, Goobarragandra River, Warogong Sugarloaf and 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.

• 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 mountain bushwalking, camping, forest exploration, catchment 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 water-resource planning, conservation management, recreational operations and emergency response.

📐 Map Specifications

🎯 Ideal For

• Bushwalkers & Mountain Explorers – Detailed mapping for mountain ridges, steep slopes, creek valleys, forested terrain and authorised walking routes.

• Camping & Outdoor Recreation Enthusiasts – Geographical reference for reservoir surroundings, recorded access roads, camping areas and surrounding landscape features.

• Water Resource & Catchment Managers – Terrain information for reservoir catchments, drainage systems, water management and environmental-flow research.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Geographical information for native forest studies, mountain vegetation, river ecosystems and biodiversity monitoring.

• National Park & Conservation Professionals – Mapping for protected-area management, vegetation assessment, access planning and bushfire preparedness.

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

• Surveyors & Civil Engineers – Terrain information for preliminary site investigations, infrastructure assessment, drainage studies and professional fieldwork.

• Emergency Services – Geographical reference for bushfire response, severe weather, remote-area search and rescue, and emergency access planning.

• Geography Students & Educators – Explore the relationship between mountain topography, river systems, hydroelectric engineering, reservoir management, native forests and conservation.

📍 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 reservoir operations, boating restrictions, water storage and visitor safety, consult Blowering Dam – WaterNSW.

For information about Kosciuszko National Park, walking tracks, camping areas, park closures and visitor safety, consult NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

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

For information about forestry operations and access restrictions in surrounding state forests, consult Forestry Corporation of NSW.

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

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

The Blowering district contains steep mountain slopes, extensive native forests, remote creek valleys, reservoir shorelines, rocky escarpments and winding mountain roads subject to changing conditions. Heavy rainfall can cause rapid rises in tributary creeks, erosion, slippery crossings and damage to access routes. Snow, ice, fog and severe weather can affect higher elevations, while bushfires, fallen trees and national park management operations may restrict roads and walking tracks. Reservoir levels and shoreline conditions can change, and boating, camping and fishing activities are subject to current regulations. Some mapped roads and trails cross private property or protected areas; their appearance on a topographic map does not establish public access rights. Always check current weather forecasts, road conditions, reservoir safety advice, national park alerts and fire danger ratings, respect property boundaries and carry appropriate navigation and emergency communication equipment. Topographic maps are not substitutes for cadastral surveys, nautical navigation charts, current access information or emergency advice.

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

For additional geographical coverage immediately north of Blowering, the Lacmalac 8527-2N Topographic Map provides a companion sheet covering the adjoining Tumut Valley country, river landscapes and surrounding hills.

For geographical coverage immediately south of Blowering, the Talbingo 8526-1N Topographic Map extends across neighbouring reservoir country, mountain valleys and the wider Snowy Mountains landscape.

For additional coverage immediately west of Blowering, the Wondalga 8527-3S Topographic Map provides detailed mapping of adjoining forested hills, rural country and the western Tumut region.

For geographical coverage immediately east of Blowering, the Brindabella 8627-3S Topographic Map provides complementary mapping of the rugged eastern mountains, forested catchments and Brindabella hinterland.

For extended coverage of Blowering Reservoir, Kosciuszko National Park, the Goobarragandra River and the surrounding Snowy Mountains, use the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer to identify further neighbouring sheets.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Blowering 8527-2S Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for bushwalking, camping, water-resource management, environmental research, conservation, remote-area navigation, surveying, emergency services and geographical education.