Captains Flat 8726-1N Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW Topographic Mapping | Captains Flat, Molonglo River, Lake George Mine & Yanununbeyan National Park | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Historic Mining Landscapes and Mountain Country of Captains Flat

Discover the fascinating mining heritage, rugged mountain landscapes and forested valleys of the Southern Tablelands of New South Wales with the Captains Flat 8726-1N Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Captains Flat and its surrounding countryside south-east of Canberra, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for bushwalkers, mining history enthusiasts, environmental professionals, rural landowners, surveyors, engineers and emergency services.

Nestled beside the Molonglo River, Captains Flat occupies a distinctive landscape of steep forested hills, rocky ridgelines, historic mining country and secluded rural valleys.

The district is particularly renowned for the Lake George Mine, once one of Australia's significant producers of lead, zinc, copper, silver and gold. Mining transformed Captains Flat into an important industrial settlement, leaving a remarkable legacy of mine workings, transport infrastructure and historic buildings.

The mapped region includes Captains Flat, the Molonglo River, Lake George Mine, the surrounding Tallaganda State Forest and sections of Yanununbeyan National Park and State Conservation Area.

To the north-west, Yanununbeyan protects extensive eucalypt forests and native woodland across a rugged landscape of ridges, creek valleys and natural habitats.

The wider district also includes historic rural properties, the former Captains Flat railway corridor, mountain roads and the upper Molonglo catchment.

The region offers a particularly interesting example of how mining, river systems and settlement have influenced one another. Historical mine workings and waste deposits have also created important environmental management challenges, particularly concerning the protection of water quality in the Molonglo River.

At a scale of 1:25,000 (1cm = 250 metres), the map provides the detail needed to interpret contours, identify drainage networks, understand mountain ridgelines and examine the geographical relationship between the township, mining landscape and surrounding forests.

Whether you're researching Captains Flat's industrial heritage, exploring the Southern Tablelands, studying the Molonglo catchment or undertaking professional fieldwork, this 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 Captains Flat topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed terrain information showing mountain ridges, steep forested slopes, elevated tableland country, gullies and creek valleys.

• Rivers & Waterways – Molonglo River, Captains Flat Dam, local creeks, tributaries and mapped drainage systems.

• Roads & Tracks – Captains Flat Road, rural roads, forest management trails, fire trails and other mapped access routes.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Captains Flat township, selected buildings, historic mining infrastructure, the former railway corridor and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Eucalypt forests, native woodland, grazing country, rocky hillsides and forested mountain landscapes.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Captains Flat, Lake George Mine, Yanununbeyan National Park, Tallaganda State Forest 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

• Mining History Enthusiasts & Heritage Researchers – Detailed geographical reference for understanding the Lake George Mine, historic Captains Flat township and the surrounding industrial landscape.

• Bushwalkers & Forest Explorers – Terrain information for exploring authorised routes through the forested hills and surrounding Southern Tablelands.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Detailed mapping for Molonglo River catchment studies, vegetation surveys, mine-site rehabilitation assessments and environmental management.

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

• Rural Landowners & Property Managers – Geographical reference for understanding slopes, waterways, rural access routes and surrounding landforms.

• Emergency Services – Detailed geographical information for bushfire response, search-and-rescue operations and incident planning.

📍 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 information about historic mine contamination, remediation works and site restrictions, visit NSW Resources – Captains Flat Lake George Mine.

Important visitor information: The historic Lake George Mine is subject to environmental remediation and access restrictions due to contaminated mine materials. The mine site is not open for general public exploration. Visitors should remain on authorised public routes and avoid disturbed mine workings, tailings and restricted areas.

The Captains Flat region contains steep mountain terrain, remote forest roads, rural properties and historic mining hazards. Heavy rainfall, bushfire and remediation activities can affect local access. Always check current conditions, respect private property and observe all mine-site and conservation-area restrictions. A mapped road or track does not necessarily indicate a public right of access.

🌏 Explore More with Mapworld

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

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

For additional coverage south into the rugged Tinderry high country, the adjoining Tinderry 8726-1S Topographic Map provides a useful companion sheet.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Captains Flat 8726-1N Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for mining heritage research, bushwalking, environmental management, surveying, rural property planning and professional fieldwork.