Coricudgy 8932-2N Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW Wollemi Wilderness Topographic Mapping | Mount Coricudgy, Mount Coriaday, Hunter Range, Bare Rock Bluff, Wollemi Creek, Cudgegong River & Coricudgy State Forest | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Ancient Mountains and Remote Wilderness of Coricudgy

Discover the towering volcanic highlands, rugged sandstone escarpments, deeply dissected creek valleys and immense native forests of central New South Wales with the Coricudgy 8932-2N Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Mount Coricudgy and the remote northwestern Wollemi wilderness, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for experienced bushwalkers, conservation managers, environmental scientists, geologists, forestry professionals, surveyors and emergency services.

The Coricudgy district occupies a spectacular landscape where the Great Dividing Range, Hunter Range and Wollemi sandstone country converge. Its terrain combines elevated volcanic summits, long forested ridges, rocky escarpments and secluded river valleys, creating one of the most interesting mountain environments in the Greater Blue Mountains region.

Mount Coricudgy and the Volcanic Highlands

The defining landmark is Mount Coricudgy, an impressive mountain rising to approximately 1,200 metres above sea level.

Unlike many surrounding sandstone ridges, Mount Coricudgy belongs to a landscape influenced by ancient volcanic activity, with resistant basalt formations contributing to the elevated terrain.

The mountain is particularly important for understanding the geological contrast between volcanic highlands and the deeply eroded sandstone plateaus of Wollemi National Park.

Nearby Mount Coriaday, Mount Baker, Mount Kelgoola and Mount Wilworril form part of the remarkable collection of named mountain features.

The official map also identifies Mount Midderula, Mount Never Never, Middle Hill, Pinnacle Hill and Bin Ben, providing valuable reference points for interpreting elevation and relief.

The intricate contours reveal steep slopes, narrow ridges, saddles, mountain spurs and drainage divides across a landscape where elevation changes substantially over relatively short distances.

Hunter Range and Bare Rock Bluff

The Hunter Range extends through the northern wilderness, forming part of the highland divide between major river catchments.

Its wooded ridgelines and rocky slopes contrast with the lower valleys dissecting the surrounding country.

Bare Rock Bluff is a significant topographic landmark, associated with elevated sandstone country and impressive escarpment terrain.

The map also identifies Baker Ridge, Kekeelbon Mountains, Ross Castle and Hanging Rock, reflecting the distinctive geology and landforms of this remote region.

These features demonstrate the relationship between geological resistance, weathering, erosion and mountain formation.

For bushwalkers and field researchers, detailed contour mapping is especially useful in identifying steep cliff lines, ridges, saddles and the complex arrangement of adjoining catchments.

Wollemi Creek and Mountain Waterways

The Coricudgy landscape contains an extensive network of mountain creeks, deeply incised gullies and river catchments.

Wollemi Creek is one of the most important named waterways, draining rugged sandstone country through remote forested valleys.

Other waterways shown on the official map include Coricudgy Creek, Blackwater Creek, Never Never Creek, Table Bay Creek, Red Creek, Mill Creek, Pinnacle Creek and Jones Hole Creek.

The sheet also identifies Rollen Creek, Sugarloaf Creek, Razorback Creek and Gavins Creek, together with numerous smaller tributaries.

These waterways illustrate how rainfall, rock formations and steep gradients shape the branching drainage patterns of the Wollemi wilderness.

The map also includes country associated with Widden Brook and the Cudgegong River, providing important geographical context for the meeting of different catchment landscapes.

Their valleys and drainage divides demonstrate the relationship between surface relief, river erosion, water movement and the development of mountain ecosystems.

Wollemi National Park and World Heritage Wilderness

Much of the region is protected within Wollemi National Park, part of the internationally recognised Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area.

The park protects an immense wilderness of sandstone plateaus, rugged mountain ranges, river gorges, native forests and important biodiversity.

Its vegetation includes dry eucalypt woodland, wet forest, sandstone heath and sheltered moist communities, with plant distributions influenced by elevation, rainfall, aspect and geology.

The volcanic soils associated with Mount Coricudgy and nearby highland summits can support vegetation that differs substantially from the surrounding sandstone country.

This ecological contrast makes the district especially significant for botanical research, vegetation mapping, threatened-species monitoring and landscape conservation.

The wider Wollemi region is also associated with the extraordinary survival of the Wollemi pine, although its protected wild locations must not be inferred from this topographic sheet.

Coricudgy and Nullo Mountain State Forests

The official map identifies sections of Coricudgy State Forest and Nullo Mountain State Forest, forming part of the broader forested landscape between the Wollemi wilderness and adjoining rural highlands.

These forests contain native vegetation, recorded management roads and remote drainage systems.

Their presence illustrates the relationship between conservation lands, forest management, rural access and natural catchments.

The nearby Kelgoola district provides an important western access reference, with Coricudgy Road, Mount Coricudgy Road and Kerry Track associated with the surrounding mountain country.

Some tracks and forest routes are gated, restricted or unsuitable for ordinary vehicles. Conditions may change after rain, storm damage or management operations.

Wilderness Navigation and Geological Research

The rugged Coricudgy landscape presents considerable challenges for navigation.

Dense forest, steep valleys, rocky escarpments and long distances between access points can make cross-country travel difficult.

The map is especially valuable for interpreting contour spacing, drainage divides, ridge alignments, creek systems and remote access routes.

It also provides excellent geographical context for studying the relationship between ancient volcanism, sandstone geology, erosion, vegetation and water catchments.

For professional users, the sheet supports preliminary terrain investigations, environmental surveys, conservation planning, forest management and emergency operations.

For experienced wilderness walkers, the map provides a detailed reference for understanding the country, although remote routes should only be attempted with suitable preparation and current access information.

At 1:25,000 scale (1cm = 250 metres), the map provides detailed elevation contours, waterways, roads and tracks where recorded, vegetation, place names, natural landmarks and geographical grid references.

Whether you're investigating Mount Coricudgy, studying the Wollemi catchments, exploring authorised wilderness routes or undertaking professional fieldwork, the Coricudgy 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 Coricudgy topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed 20-metre contours showing Mount Coricudgy, Mount Coriaday, Hunter Range, Bare Rock Bluff, steep sandstone slopes, ridges, saddles and deeply incised valleys.

• Rivers & Waterways – Wollemi Creek, Coricudgy Creek, Blackwater Creek, Never Never Creek, Table Bay Creek, Red Creek, Widden Brook and associated mountain drainage systems.

• Roads & Tracks – Coricudgy Road, Kerry Track, recorded forest management roads, rural access tracks and other mapped routes.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Selected rural structures, management features, gates, stockyards, survey landmarks and geographical reference points where mapped.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Native eucalypt forest, sandstone woodland, volcanic highlands, rocky escarpments, sheltered gullies and protected wilderness.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Mount Coricudgy, Mount Coriaday, Bare Rock Bluff, Mount Baker, Mount Kelgoola, Hanging Rock, Ross Castle 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 wilderness navigation, mountain bushwalking, geological fieldwork, 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 wilderness management, geological investigations, environmental research and emergency response.

📐 Map Specifications

🎯 Ideal For

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

• National Park & Conservation Managers – Terrain information for Wollemi National Park, vegetation assessment, protected habitats and wilderness conservation.

• Geologists & Geomorphologists – Study Mount Coricudgy's volcanic geology, sandstone escarpments, ridgeline formation and river erosion.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Geographical reference for mountain forests, vegetation communities, biodiversity surveys and ecological monitoring.

• Catchment & Water Resource Managers – Mapping for Wollemi Creek, Cudgegong drainage, tributary valleys and watershed research.

• Forestry Professionals & Land Managers – Reference for state forest roads, vegetation management, access assessment and bushfire preparedness.

• Surveyors & Field Researchers – Detailed terrain information for preliminary investigations, coordinate interpretation and professional fieldwork.

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

• Geography Students & Educators – Study volcanic mountains, sandstone plateaus, drainage divides, contour interpretation and World Heritage conservation.

📍 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 wilderness access, visitor information, park alerts and conservation management, consult Wollemi National Park – NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

For state forest operations, management roads, access restrictions and temporary closures, consult Forestry Corporation of NSW.

For geological research and historical mapping, consult Geological Survey of NSW.

For current bushfire information, fire danger ratings and emergency warnings, consult NSW Rural Fire Service.

For flood warnings, severe weather and emergency planning, consult NSW State Emergency Service.

The Coricudgy district contains rugged mountain ridges, steep sandstone cliffs, remote forested valleys, isolated creek systems and restricted management tracks subject to changing conditions. Heavy rainfall can cause rapid rises in mountain waterways, erosion, slippery crossings and hazardous access conditions. Some creeks are intermittent and should not be relied upon as permanent water sources. Bushfires, fallen trees and forest management operations may restrict routes, while mobile reception may be limited or absent. Mapped roads and tracks may be locked or cross private property or protected land; their depiction does not establish public access rights. Always check current national park alerts, forest access restrictions, weather forecasts, flood warnings and fire danger ratings, and carry suitable navigation equipment, adequate water and emergency communication devices. Topographic maps are not substitutes for cadastral surveys, current official access advice or emergency information.

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For advice on interpreting contours, ridges, drainage patterns and grid references, read How to Read a Topographic Map in Australia.

For immediate geographical coverage north of Coricudgy, the Mount Pomany 8932-1S Topographic Map extends across the adjoining mountain ranges and Wollemi wilderness.

For coverage immediately south, the Coorongooba 8932-2S Topographic Map provides mapping of neighbouring sandstone plateaus, creek valleys and protected forest country.

For geographical coverage immediately west, the Olinda 8932-3N Topographic Map extends across the neighbouring western highlands and catchment country.

For additional coverage immediately east, the Kindarun 9032-3N Topographic Map provides detailed mapping of adjoining remote Wollemi ranges and forested mountain terrain.

For broader geographical coverage of Mount Coricudgy, Mount Coriaday, Wollemi Creek, the Hunter Range and the Greater Blue Mountains wilderness, consult the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer to identify surrounding sheets.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Coricudgy 8932-2N Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for wilderness navigation, geological research, national park management, environmental monitoring, catchment studies, surveying, emergency services and geographical education.