Burragorang 8929-1N Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW Southern Blue Mountains Topographic Mapping | Lake Burragorang, Nattai River, Tonalli Range, Burragorang Tableland, Green Wattle Creek & Burragorang State Conservation Area | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Dramatic Gorges and Wilderness of Burragorang

Discover the immense sandstone cliffs, secluded river valleys and spectacular wilderness landscapes of the Southern Blue Mountains with the Burragorang 8929-1N Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering the rugged country surrounding Lake Burragorang and the lower Nattai River, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for experienced bushwalkers, environmental scientists, water catchment managers, geologists, conservation professionals, surveyors and emergency services.

The Burragorang Valley is one of the most dramatic landscapes in southeastern New South Wales. Here, deeply incised river valleys cut through extensive sandstone tablelands, creating towering cliffs, narrow ridges and immense wilderness amphitheatres.

The map provides detailed geographical coverage of Burragorang, Lake Burragorang, the Nattai River, Tonalli Range, Burragorang Tableland, Green Wattle Creek and adjoining protected conservation areas.

The defining feature of the region is Lake Burragorang, the immense water storage formed by Warragamba Dam. The reservoir occupies the flooded valleys of the Wollondilly, Coxs and other river systems and forms a critical part of Greater Sydney's drinking water supply.

Before the completion of Warragamba Dam in 1960, the Burragorang Valley supported farming communities, historic settlements and rural properties. Much of the former valley floor now lies beneath the reservoir.

The Nattai River flows through steep sandstone country before entering Lake Burragorang. Its valley includes rugged escarpments, narrow tributary gullies and secluded mountain landscapes.

One of the area's most impressive geographical formations is the Tonalli Range, a striking succession of steep sandstone ridges, rocky summits and formidable cliff lines overlooking the reservoir.

The map identifies features including Tonalli Peak, Tonalli Walls, Tonalli Tableland, Tonalli Cove and Tonalli Pass, illustrating the varied terrain associated with this remarkable range.

Nearby, the Burragorang Tableland and Burragorang Peak provide further examples of the sandstone plateaux and escarpments that dominate the Southern Blue Mountains.

The topography includes Bimlow Walls, Bimlow Tableland, Snake Mountains, Tumbledown Mountain, Mount Gorman and Mount Kamilaroi, together with numerous smaller peaks and rock formations.

The waterways are equally distinctive. Green Wattle Creek, Higgins Creek, Lacys Creek, Gillans Creek and Brimstone Creek drain sections of the surrounding mountain country through steep gullies towards the lake and its tributaries.

Headlands, points and sheltered inlets around the reservoir include Higgins Bay, Irish Bay, Tonalli River Arm, Gorman Point and Murrungurry Point.

These features create an intricate shoreline whose arrangement reflects the original river valleys now inundated by Lake Burragorang.

Much of the landscape lies within or near Burragorang State Conservation Area, Nattai State Conservation Area and Yerranderie State Conservation Area, with adjoining national park wilderness forming part of the broader protected Southern Blue Mountains.

The region is particularly important for conservation because extensive sandstone forests, sheltered gullies and relatively undisturbed catchments provide habitat for native wildlife.

Its geology is equally fascinating. Over millions of years, the Nattai and Wollondilly river systems have carved deep valleys into the sandstone plateaux, exposing the relationship between rock formations, erosion and drainage.

At 1:25,000 scale (1cm = 250 metres), closely spaced contour lines reveal the enormous changes in elevation between the tablelands and valley floors.

The resulting map offers a compelling illustration of how topographic mapping transforms a complex mountain landscape into an understandable geographical picture.

Whether you're studying the Burragorang catchment, examining sandstone geology, interpreting remote mountain terrain or undertaking authorised professional fieldwork, this map is an outstanding geographical reference.

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

🗺️ Map Content & Features

The Burragorang topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed terrain information showing sandstone escarpments, steep cliff lines, rugged mountain ridges, narrow spurs, saddles, gullies, tablelands and deeply incised valleys.

• Rivers & Waterways – Lake Burragorang, Nattai River, Green Wattle Creek, Higgins Creek, Lacys Creek and associated tributaries, bays and drainage systems.

• Roads & Tracks – Recorded historic routes, walking tracks, management trails and access roads where mapped; not all routes are open to the public.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Selected structures, historic sites, mapped infrastructure, management facilities and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Native sandstone forests, wooded slopes, rocky escarpments, exposed plateaux, sheltered gullies and reservoir shorelines.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Burragorang Peak, Tonalli Range, Bimlow Walls, Snake Mountains, Tumbledown Mountain, Mount Gorman and numerous named geographical features.

• Grid References – Coordinate and grid information for map-and-compass navigation, GPS interpretation, terrain analysis 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

• Experienced Bushwalkers & Wilderness Researchers – Detailed terrain information for interpreting sandstone ridges, steep escarpments, remote valleys and protected wilderness.

• Water Catchment Managers – Geographical reference for understanding reservoir tributaries, watershed boundaries, erosion processes and protected catchment landscapes.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Mapping for native vegetation surveys, riverine ecology, habitat assessments and conservation research.

• Geologists & Geomorphologists – Explore sandstone tablelands, cliff formations, river incision, geological structure and landscape evolution.

• National Park Rangers & Conservation Professionals – Terrain information for protected-area management, biodiversity monitoring and authorised field operations.

• Surveyors & Engineers – Mapping for preliminary terrain analysis, drainage assessments and infrastructure investigations where authorised.

• Emergency Services – Geographical reference for bushfire response, remote-area search and rescue, terrain assessment and incident management.

• Geography Students & Educators – Study the relationship between river valleys, sandstone erosion, water storage, protected catchments and the transformation of Burragorang Valley.

📍 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 conservation area access, visitor information and park alerts, consult Burragorang State Conservation Area – NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

For protected catchment information, drinking water management and restrictions, consult WaterNSW.

For visitor information about the wider Southern Blue Mountains, consult NSW National Parks – Southern Blue Mountains Area.

The Burragorang region contains extremely rugged sandstone escarpments, vertical cliffs, remote valleys and extensive restricted water catchment land. Much of the Lake Burragorang and Warragamba drinking water catchment is subject to strict access controls, and public entry is prohibited in many areas. The presence of a road, track or geographical feature on this map does not imply permission to enter. There is no public through-route into Yerranderie via Burragorang Valley from the east. Never assume that bushwalking, camping, fishing, boating or vehicle access is permitted without checking the responsible authority. Remote terrain, cliffs, bushfires, flash flooding and unreliable communications create additional hazards. Always obtain necessary permissions and check official park and WaterNSW information before travelling. Topographic maps are not substitutes for official access approvals, specialist wilderness guidance or current emergency advice.

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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, understanding ridgelines and valleys, using grid references and navigating Australian terrain, read How to Read a Topographic Map in Australia.

For additional geographical coverage immediately south of Burragorang, the adjoining Nattai 8929-1S Topographic Map provides a useful companion sheet covering the southern Nattai Valley and adjoining sandstone wilderness.

For surrounding mountain landscapes, the Yerranderie 8929-4N and Hilltop 8929-2N topographic maps provide additional coverage of the wider Southern Blue Mountains region.

Use the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer to identify additional adjoining sheets and plan comprehensive regional coverage.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Burragorang 8929-1N Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for geological research, wilderness terrain interpretation, conservation management, water catchment studies, environmental assessment, surveying, geography education and authorised professional fieldwork.