Brooms Head 9538-1N Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW North Coast Topographic Mapping | Brooms Head, Yuraygir National Park, Lake Cakora, Sandon River & Clarence Coast | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Coastal Headlands and Wilderness Landscapes of Brooms Head

Discover the sweeping ocean beaches, rocky headlands and coastal forests of the New South Wales Clarence Coast with the Brooms Head 9538-1N Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Brooms Head and its surrounding coastal country east of Maclean, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for bushwalkers, coastal explorers, environmental professionals, land managers, surveyors, engineers and emergency services.

The Brooms Head district occupies a distinctive landscape where the Pacific Ocean meets the protected coastal wilderness of Yuraygir National Park, creating an intricate mixture of sandy beaches, rocky headlands, coastal heathland, lagoons and wooded hills.

The map provides geographical coverage relevant to Brooms Head, Lake Cakora, Brooms Head Beach and the surrounding Yuraygir coastline, with Sandon River, Red Cliff and the broader Clarence Valley providing important regional context.

The seaside village of Brooms Head occupies a picturesque setting between the ocean and the coastal vegetation of Yuraygir National Park. Its sweeping beach, rocky shoreline and headland lookout make it a popular destination for coastal walking, camping, fishing and nature observation.

Immediately behind the village, Lake Cakora is a shallow coastal lagoon surrounded by paperbark vegetation, wetlands and low-lying coastal land. Its changing water levels and drainage patterns illustrate the relationship between freshwater runoff, coastal processes and the surrounding landscape.

The adjacent Yuraygir National Park protects one of the longest stretches of undeveloped coastline in New South Wales, including extensive beaches, rocky headlands, wetlands, heathland and eucalypt forests.

The park's celebrated Yuraygir Coastal Walk extends approximately 65 kilometres between Angourie and Red Rock, passing through spectacular coastal country and several river crossings.

The Brooms Head to Illaroo walking section, approximately 18 kilometres one-way, travels south along beaches and through protected coastal vegetation towards Sandon River and Illaroo.

The nearby Sandon River forms an important estuarine landscape where tidal waterways, sandbanks and coastal vegetation meet the Pacific Ocean. Its mouth is a significant crossing point along the longer Yuraygir Coastal Walk.

Farther south, Red Cliff and Lake Arragan provide additional examples of the region's rocky coastline, sheltered camping areas and coastal wetlands.

Inland from Brooms Head, the terrain transitions towards low forested ridges, heathland and the rural landscapes of the Clarence Valley.

The wider coastline forms part of the traditional Country of the Yaegl people, whose continuing connections with its waterways, coastal environments and cultural places remain central to the region's heritage.

The combination of beaches, coastal wetlands, national park landscapes and changing drainage systems makes Brooms Head particularly valuable for environmental assessment, coastal planning and outdoor navigation.

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

Whether you're exploring Brooms Head, walking in Yuraygir National Park, investigating coastal landforms or undertaking professional fieldwork, this map provides an excellent geographical reference.

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

🗺️ Map Content & Features

The Brooms Head topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed terrain information showing coastal headlands, dunes, forested ridges, rocky slopes, gullies and low-lying wetlands.

• Rivers & Waterways – Lake Cakora, coastal creeks, lagoons, tidal waterways and mapped drainage systems.

• Roads & Tracks – Brooms Head Road, coastal access roads, walking routes, national park trails and recorded management tracks.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Selected village buildings, roads, camping facilities, coastal infrastructure and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Coastal heathland, eucalypt woodland, paperbark wetlands, sandy beaches, dunes and rocky headlands.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Brooms Head, Lake Cakora, named beaches, headlands, waterways and surrounding geographical features.

• Grid References – Coordinates and geographical reference information for map-and-compass 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

• Bushwalkers & Coastal Explorers – Detailed terrain information for exploring Brooms Head, Yuraygir National Park and surrounding coastal walking routes.

• Campers & Fishing Enthusiasts – Geographical reference for understanding beach access, coastal landforms, lagoons and permitted recreational areas.

• Coastal Property Owners & Land Managers – Mapping for understanding elevations, drainage, coastal access and surrounding terrain.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Geographical information for coastal wetland studies, dune assessments, vegetation surveys and biodiversity monitoring.

• Coastal Planners & Engineers – Detailed terrain mapping for preliminary coastal assessments, infrastructure planning, erosion studies and environmental management.

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

• Geography Students & Researchers – Explore the relationship between coastal erosion, dune systems, lagoons, wetlands and protected national park 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 current national park access, walking conditions, closures and visitor information, consult Yuraygir National Park – NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

For walking routes, distances and river-crossing advice, consult Brooms Head to Illaroo Walking Track.

For local coastal management, roads and community services, consult Clarence Valley Council.

The Brooms Head region contains exposed beaches, rocky headlands, tidal waterways, wetlands and coastal terrain subject to rapidly changing conditions. Strong surf, rip currents and slippery rock platforms can create significant hazards. Heavy rainfall may cause local flooding and affect walking tracks or access roads. The Brooms Head to Illaroo walking route includes a Sandon River crossing requiring advance planning and suitable watercraft. Some conservation areas and culturally significant places have access restrictions. Always check current park alerts, tides and weather conditions, respect private property and carry appropriate navigation equipment. Topographic maps are not substitutes for nautical charts, official flood studies or coastal hazard assessments.

🌏 Explore More with Mapworld

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

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 geographical coverage immediately south of Brooms Head, the adjoining Sandon 9538-1S Topographic Map provides a useful companion sheet, extending coverage through the Sandon River and southern Yuraygir coastline.

For additional mapping inland towards the Clarence Valley, the Pillar Valley 9538-3N Topographic Map provides a useful regional companion.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Brooms Head 9538-1N Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for coastal walking, camping, environmental research, coastal planning, surveying, geographical education and professional fieldwork.