Craven 9233-1S Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW Mid North Coast Topographic Mapping | Craven, Avon River State Forest, Karuah River, Wards River, Lawlers Range & Gloucester Hinterland | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Forested Ranges and River Valleys of Craven

Discover the beautiful forested ranges, winding rivers and secluded rural valleys of the New South Wales Mid North Coast with the Craven 9233-1S Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Craven and surrounding country south of Gloucester, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for bushwalkers, rural landowners, forestry professionals, environmental researchers, surveyors, engineers and emergency services.

The Craven district occupies a distinctive landscape within the Barrington Coast hinterland, where fertile grazing country meets forested mountain ridges and the deeply dissected valleys of the Great Dividing Range.

The map provides geographical coverage of Craven, Avon River State Forest, Wards River, Faulkland, Lawlers Range and surrounding rural and forested country.

The small settlement of Craven lies along the historic railway corridor connecting Gloucester with the southern Mid North Coast. Surrounded by agricultural properties, wooded hills and winding country roads, the village reflects the region's longstanding associations with timber production, farming and rural transport.

Nearby, Craven Railway Station and Craven Public School are important landmarks in the area's settlement history.

The Avon River is a defining geographical feature of the wider district. Its catchment drains forested slopes and rural valleys before the river joins the Gloucester River farther north.

Within the Craven district, numerous tributaries and small creeks have carved intricate drainage patterns through the surrounding hills. Their influence can be seen in the arrangement of valley floors, rural access roads and areas of remnant native vegetation.

Avon River State Forest protects and manages an extensive landscape of eucalypt forests, steep ridgelines and sheltered gullies. Its forest roads, terrain variations and drainage systems make detailed topographic mapping particularly valuable.

The adjoining Craven State Forest contains additional native forest, wooded slopes and forest management tracks.

East of Craven, Wards River is another historic rural settlement, with a railway station, school and surrounding grazing properties.

The nearby Lawlers Range forms a distinctive area of elevated country, characterised by rugged slopes, wooded ridges and narrow valleys.

Other prominent geographical features identified across the Craven sheet include Black Knob, Black Bulga Creek, Big Avon Creek, Clear Hill Creek, Running Creek and Faulkland.

The map also includes mountain and forest features associated with Deans Hill, Edwards Hill, Prickly Peak, Nogra Nogra Hill and Wilsons Spur, providing useful reference points for interpreting the surrounding terrain.

Farther east, the Karuah River catchment drains sections of the adjoining forested country towards the lower Mid North Coast.

The intricate relationships between mountain ridges, tributary streams and river catchments make Craven particularly interesting for understanding the natural drainage divisions of the region.

North of Craven, the historic town of Gloucester provides an important regional centre, while the wider Barrington Tops landscape rises dramatically towards the west.

These neighbouring areas provide broader geographical context, with their full coverage requiring additional topographic sheets.

The combination of rural settlement, native forests, river catchments and rugged terrain makes the Craven district particularly valuable for land management, environmental assessment, forestry planning and geographical research.

At 1:25,000 scale (1cm = 250 metres), the map provides detailed contours, waterways, roads, tracks and geographical references for interpreting this varied landscape.

Whether you're exploring the Gloucester hinterland, studying the Avon River catchment, investigating rural property or undertaking professional fieldwork, the Craven 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 Craven topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed terrain information showing forested mountain ridges, steep slopes, rural hills, narrow spurs, saddles, gullies and river valleys.

• Rivers & Waterways – Big Avon Creek, Karuah River tributaries, Black Bulga Creek, Clear Hill Creek, Running Creek, Wards River drainage and other mapped waterways.

• Roads & Tracks – Rural access roads, property tracks, forestry management trails, fire trails and recorded routes where mapped.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Selected rural buildings, homesteads, railway stations, railway corridors, bridges, roads and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Native eucalypt forests, managed state forest, grazing country, wooded hillsides and creekside vegetation.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Craven, Faulkland, Wards River, Lawlers Range, Black Knob, Prickly Peak 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 & Nature Explorers – Detailed terrain information for exploring forested hills, creek valleys and the natural landscapes surrounding Craven.

• Rural Landowners & Property Managers – Geographical reference for understanding property access, slopes, waterways, farm dams and surrounding terrain.

• Forestry Professionals & Land Managers – Mapping for forest access, vegetation assessment, management roads, fire trails and operational planning.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Geographical information for Avon River and Karuah River catchment studies, native vegetation surveys and biodiversity monitoring.

• Agricultural Professionals & Graziers – Terrain information for grazing properties, drainage assessments, erosion management and rural infrastructure.

• Surveyors & Civil Engineers – Mapping for preliminary site investigations, drainage assessments, rural road planning and professional fieldwork.

• Emergency Services – Geographical reference for bushfire response, local flooding, rural property access and remote-area search and rescue.

• Geography Students & Historical Researchers – Explore the relationship between river catchments, forested mountain landscapes, railway development, timber production and rural 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 forestry operations, state forest access and temporary closures, consult Forestry Corporation of NSW.

For local roads, rural property planning, environmental management and community services, consult MidCoast Council.

For visitor information about the wider Gloucester hinterland, including walking and outdoor activities, consult Barrington Coast.

The Craven district contains steep forested slopes, rural properties, creek crossings and unsealed roads subject to changing conditions. Heavy rainfall can cause rapid rises in local waterways, erosion and damage to forest roads. Bushfires, fallen trees and forestry operations may restrict access to management tracks. Some roads and trails cross private land or have restricted access. Their appearance on a topographic map does not establish public access rights. Always check current road and forestry conditions, respect property boundaries and carry appropriate navigation and emergency communication equipment. Topographic maps are not substitutes for cadastral surveys, official flood studies or current emergency advice.

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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 north of Craven, the adjoining Gloucester 9233-1N Topographic Map provides a useful companion sheet covering Gloucester, the adjoining river valleys and surrounding rural landscape.

For additional coverage farther east, the Warranulla 9333-4S Topographic Map provides mapping of neighbouring forested country in the Mid North Coast hinterland.

Use the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer to identify further adjoining sheets for extended regional coverage.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Craven 9233-1S Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for bushwalking, forestry management, rural property assessment, environmental research, surveying, catchment planning, geographical education and professional fieldwork.