Braidwood 8827-2S Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW Topographic Mapping | Braidwood, Jembaicumbene Creek & Southern Tablelands | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🌿 Explore the Historic Goldfields and Rolling Landscapes of Braidwood

Discover the beautiful rural landscapes, historic goldfield country and forested hills of the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales with the Braidwood 8827-2S Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Braidwood and its surrounding countryside between Canberra and the NSW South Coast, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for rural landowners, bushwalkers, goldfield history enthusiasts, surveyors, environmental professionals, engineers and emergency services.

Braidwood is one of Australia's most distinctive historic country towns. Established during the nineteenth century and shaped by the discovery of gold in the surrounding district, the town retains a remarkable collection of heritage buildings and a rural landscape that reflects its pastoral and mining history.

The surrounding countryside is characterised by gently undulating grazing land, wooded hills, creek valleys, granite outcrops and forested ranges. Its location near the eastern edge of the Southern Tablelands creates a striking transition between the open agricultural country and the rugged escarpment leading towards the coast.

The map covers Braidwood and surrounding rural landscapes, including the network of local roads, creek systems, properties and natural features associated with the town.

Important waterways in the wider district include Jembaicumbene Creek, Gillamatong Creek and the upper Shoalhaven River catchment, whose drainage patterns have helped shape the development of agriculture and settlement.

The region also has a fascinating gold-mining heritage. Nearby Majors Creek and the historic Araluen goldfields attracted prospectors during the nineteenth century, leaving a lasting imprint on the surrounding countryside.

Braidwood's position on the Kings Highway, connecting Canberra with Batemans Bay, has also made it an important gateway between the Southern Tablelands and the South Coast.

At a scale of 1:25,000 (1cm = 250 metres), the map provides detailed geographical information about contours, waterways, roads, tracks, vegetation, rural settlements and natural landforms.

Whether you're examining rural property, researching the Braidwood goldfields, exploring the surrounding countryside or undertaking professional fieldwork, the Braidwood topographic map provides an excellent geographical reference.

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

🗺️ Map Content & Features

The Braidwood topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed terrain information showing rolling tableland hills, forested ridgelines, slopes, gullies and creek valleys.

• Rivers & Waterways – Local creeks, tributaries, farm dams and mapped drainage systems within the wider Shoalhaven catchment.

• Roads & Tracks – Kings Highway, rural roads, town streets, property access routes and mapped tracks.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Braidwood township, selected rural homesteads, agricultural structures, bridges and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Grazing country, native woodland, eucalypt forests, agricultural clearings and granite-influenced tableland landscapes.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Braidwood, surrounding rural localities, named hills, creeks and other geographical features.

• Grid References – Coordinate grids and reference information for navigation, GPS interpretation 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 option for lightweight use, archival storage, and indoor reference

• Suitable for framing, classrooms, or desktop use

💧 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, and search and rescue teams

• Can be folded or rolled repeatedly without damage

• Withstands snow, rain, mud, and UV exposure

🛡️ Laminated (Encapsulated)

• Fully sealed between two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate

• Dry-erase compatible: Write temporary notes with a whiteboard marker and wipe clean

• Use Mark-It-Dots to highlight key coordinates, routes, or activity zones

• Excellent for field planning, vehicle dashboards, workshops, classrooms, and incident control centres

📐 Map Specifications

🎯 Ideal For

• Rural Landowners & Property Managers – Detailed terrain information for understanding slopes, drainage systems, property surroundings and rural access routes.

• Bushwalkers & Country Explorers – Geographical reference for exploring the hills, creek valleys and natural landscapes surrounding Braidwood.

• Goldfield History Enthusiasts – Useful mapping for researching historic settlement patterns, waterways and the wider Braidwood gold-mining district.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Detailed geographical information for catchment assessments, vegetation surveys and conservation management.

• Surveyors & Civil Engineers – Terrain and infrastructure information for preliminary site investigations, rural road planning and professional fieldwork.

• Emergency Services – Geographical reference for bushfire response, flood planning, search-and-rescue operations and incident management.

📍 Official NSW Mapping Source

This map is sourced from the NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series, providing authoritative geographical information about New South Wales' natural and built environment.

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 current park access and visitor information, consult NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

For local planning, property and development information, consult Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council.

The Braidwood district includes rural properties, creek crossings, unsealed roads and forested country subject to changing conditions. Heavy rainfall, bushfire and winter frost can affect access. Historic mining areas may contain unsafe workings, and prospecting requires appropriate permissions. Always check current conditions and respect private property boundaries. Topographic maps are not substitutes for cadastral surveys or statutory planning documents.

🌏 Explore More with Mapworld

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

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

For additional coverage north of Braidwood, the adjoining Durran Durra 8827-2N Topographic Map provides a useful companion sheet.

For journeys extending into the historic Araluen Valley, the Araluen 8826-1S Topographic Map offers detailed mapping of the wider goldfields region.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Braidwood 8827-2S Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for rural property management, heritage research, bushwalking, surveying, environmental studies and professional fieldwork.