Carrai 9336-3N Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW Oxley Wild Rivers Topographic Mapping | Carrai National Park, Carrai State Conservation Area, Macleay River, Oven Mountain, Daisy Plains, Landers Ridge & Rugged Mountain Wilderness | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Rugged Mountain Ranges and Wilderness Valleys of Carrai

Discover the spectacular mountain escarpments, deeply incised river valleys, extensive native forests and secluded wilderness landscapes of northern New South Wales with the Carrai 9336-3N Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Carrai and the rugged mountain country between the Northern Tablelands and the upper Macleay Valley, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for experienced bushwalkers, conservation managers, environmental researchers, forestry professionals, surveyors and emergency services.

The Carrai district occupies a remarkable landscape where the elevated country of the New England Tablelands descends towards the Macleay River catchment, creating a complex network of forested ridges, steep escarpments, rocky slopes and deeply dissected drainage valleys.

The map provides geographical coverage relevant to Carrai National Park, Carrai State Conservation Area, the Macleay River, Oven Mountain, Daisy Plains, Landers Ridge and surrounding mountain country.

The Carrai Plateau forms part of the rugged eastern highlands, where forested uplands and narrow ridgelines contrast dramatically with the steep-sided river valleys below.

This extensive mountain landscape is characterised by steep slopes, rocky spurs, sheltered gullies and deeply incised watercourses, making it particularly valuable for interpreting topography and terrain elevation.

One of the district's defining geographical features is the Macleay River, which drains the mountains of the Northern Tablelands before continuing east towards Kempsey and the NSW Mid North Coast.

Through the Carrai hinterland, the river flows within a spectacular landscape of rugged gorges, forested slopes and narrow valleys, shaped by millions of years of erosion.

The river and its tributaries illustrate the relationship between geological structure, rainfall, stream gradients and the formation of deeply dissected mountain terrain.

Smaller waterways associated with the surrounding high country include Sandy Creek, Running Creek, Stockyard Creek and numerous additional mountain tributaries.

Their branching drainage patterns demonstrate how ridgelines and elevated plateaus influence catchment formation and the movement of water through rugged country.

The surrounding mountain landscape includes Oven Mountain, a prominent geographical landmark rising to approximately 1,140 metres above sea level.

Nearby Feltons Knob, at approximately 1,190 metres, provides another significant reference point for understanding the region's elevation and complex relief.

These elevated features contrast with the lower Macleay River valley, illustrating the remarkable variation in terrain across the eastern escarpment.

The district also contains Daisy Plains, an elevated landscape associated with historical pastoral activity and remote mountain settlement.

The Daisy Plains Huts provide an important reminder of earlier land use in the high country, where pastoral families and workers established isolated properties and access routes.

The wider landscape includes Landers Ridge, an important forested ridgeline that contributes to the district's complex topography.

One of the region's most significant conservation areas is Carrai National Park, protecting extensive mountain forests, rugged waterways and important native wildlife habitats.

The park forms part of the broader conservation landscape associated with Oxley Wild Rivers National Park, where steep river gorges and extensive native vegetation dominate the eastern New England escarpment.

Adjoining Carrai State Conservation Area protects further sections of the plateau and mountain ranges, including important forest communities and remote drainage systems.

Together, these protected areas contribute to the conservation of native eucalypt forests, sheltered rainforest gullies, mountain ecosystems and wildlife corridors.

Vegetation across the district includes dry sclerophyll woodland, wet eucalypt forest and moist vegetation within sheltered gullies, with plant communities changing according to elevation, rainfall, soil conditions and slope orientation.

The wider Carrai landscape has longstanding Aboriginal cultural significance, with its mountains, waterways and forests forming part of the traditional Country of the region's First Nations peoples.

The district's historical land use also includes pastoral settlement, forestry, rural access and mineral exploration, reflected in local tracks, roads and geographical names.

The map's broader transport landscape includes Carrai Road, Cochrane Road, Cochrane Trail, Warrick Road and Mines Road, together with recorded management trails and access routes.

Some of these roads pass through steep forested terrain or protected conservation areas and may be gated, closed or restricted to authorised vehicles.

The region's complex geography makes detailed mapping especially useful for remote-area navigation, vegetation surveys, catchment research, bushfire planning and emergency operations.

Its combination of high mountain plateaus, deep river gorges, native forests and remote access routes provides an outstanding setting for studying geomorphology, hydrology, conservation and historical rural settlement.

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

Whether you're studying the Macleay River catchment, exploring authorised wilderness routes, investigating mountain habitats or undertaking professional fieldwork, the Carrai 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 Carrai topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed terrain information showing rugged escarpments, elevated plateaus, forested mountain ridges, narrow spurs, saddles, steep river gorges and deeply incised gullies.

• Rivers & Waterways – Macleay River, mountain tributaries, Sandy Creek, Running Creek, Stockyard Creek and surrounding drainage systems.

• Roads & Tracks – Carrai Road, Cochrane Road, Cochrane Trail, Warrick Road, Mines Road and other recorded access and management routes.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Selected rural and historical structures, mountain huts, access tracks, management facilities and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Native eucalypt forest, dry woodland, sheltered moist gullies, rocky mountain slopes and protected wilderness landscapes.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Carrai, Oven Mountain, Feltons Knob, Daisy Plains, Landers Ridge, Macleay River 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 remote bushwalking, wilderness navigation, conservation 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 conservation management, environmental research, remote-area planning and emergency response.

📐 Map Specifications

🎯 Ideal For

• Experienced Bushwalkers & Wilderness Navigators – Detailed mapping for remote ridges, steep gorges, mountain creeks and authorised wilderness routes.

• National Park & Conservation Managers – Terrain information for protected-area planning, native vegetation assessment, ecological surveys and wilderness conservation.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Geographical information for mountain ecosystems, native forest habitats, biodiversity monitoring and environmental research.

• Catchment & Water Resource Managers – Mapping for the Macleay River catchment, mountain tributaries, drainage divides, erosion assessment and waterway conservation.

• Geologists & Geomorphologists – Terrain reference for studying the eastern escarpment, river gorge development, rocky landforms and geological processes.

• Forestry Professionals & Land Managers – Mapping for forest access, vegetation management, fire preparedness and environmental assessment.

• Historical & Heritage Researchers – Geographical context for Daisy Plains, historic mountain huts, pastoral settlement and remote access routes.

• Surveyors & Civil Engineers – Terrain information for preliminary site investigations, remote infrastructure assessment, access planning and professional fieldwork.

• Emergency Services & Search-and-Rescue Teams – Geographical reference for bushfire response, remote-area navigation, difficult terrain and operational coordination.

• Geography Students & Researchers – Explore the relationship between mountain topography, drainage systems, native forests, erosion, conservation and historical settlement.

📍 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 protected mountain forests, remote wilderness, national park access, conservation management and visitor safety, consult Carrai National Park – NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

For additional information about protected mountain country and conservation management, consult Carrai State Conservation Area – NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

For information about the adjoining Macleay River wilderness, consult Oxley Wild Rivers National Park – NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

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 Carrai district contains steep mountain escarpments, remote wilderness valleys, densely forested slopes, rocky terrain and isolated access tracks subject to changing conditions. Heavy rainfall can cause rapid rises in mountain waterways, erosion, slippery crossings and damage to management trails. Bushfires, fallen trees and conservation operations may restrict access to forest roads and protected areas. Remote valleys may have limited mobile telephone coverage and difficult emergency access. Some mapped routes cross private property, restricted conservation land or management-only tracks; their appearance on a topographic map does not establish public access rights. Always check national park alerts, road closures, weather forecasts, river conditions, flood warnings and fire danger ratings, respect property boundaries and protected environments, and carry appropriate navigation equipment, adequate water and emergency communication devices. Topographic maps are not substitutes for cadastral surveys, current official access information or emergency advice.

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For additional geographical coverage immediately north of Carrai, the Big Hill 9336-4S Topographic Map provides mapping of adjoining elevated forest country, mountain ridges and drainage valleys.

For geographical coverage immediately south of Carrai, the Kunderang 9336-3S Topographic Map provides detailed mapping of the adjoining Apsley River Gorge, Kunderang wilderness and Oxley Wild Rivers conservation landscape.

For additional geographical coverage immediately west of Carrai, the Winterbourne 9236-2N Topographic Map extends across the neighbouring Northern Tablelands escarpment, Macleay River catchments and rugged mountain country.

For geographical coverage immediately east of Carrai, the Comara 9336-2N Topographic Map provides complementary coverage of adjoining mountain forests, the Carrai conservation landscape and eastern tributary valleys.

For extended mapping of Carrai National Park, Carrai State Conservation Area, the Macleay River, Oven Mountain and the surrounding eastern escarpment, use the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer to identify additional neighbouring sheets.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Carrai 9336-3N Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for wilderness navigation, conservation management, environmental research, catchment studies, geology, surveying, emergency services and geographical education.