Cudgen 9641-3N Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed Tweed Coast & Northern Rivers Topographic Mapping | Cudgen, Kingscliff, Chinderah, Casuarina, Cabarita Beach, Bogangar, Cudgen Creek, Cudgen Lake & Coastal Wetlands | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Tweed Coast and Coastal Hinterland of Cudgen

Discover the spectacular sandy beaches, coastal wetlands, fertile agricultural hills, tidal waterways and subtropical landscapes of northern New South Wales with the Cudgen 9641-3N Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Cudgen, Kingscliff and the surrounding Tweed Coast, this detailed 1:25,000 topographic map provides valuable geographical information for bushwalkers, coastal planners, environmental researchers, rural landowners, surveyors and emergency services.

Cudgen Village and Agricultural Highlands

Cudgen occupies gently elevated agricultural country inland from Kingscliff, within the northern Tweed district.

The surrounding landscape is recognised for its rich volcanic soils, horticultural properties, agricultural clearings and rolling coastal hills.

Historic farming activities, including sugar cane cultivation and vegetable growing, have contributed to the district's rural identity.

The contrast between agricultural highlands and low-lying coastal wetlands makes the area particularly interesting for studying land use and drainage.

Kingscliff, Chinderah and the Tweed Coast

Kingscliff is a popular coastal township overlooking the South Pacific Ocean, with extensive beaches, residential areas and recreational facilities.

Nearby Chinderah occupies low-lying country beside the Tweed River, where tidal waterways and floodplains influence settlement and transport.

The surrounding coastal landscape includes Kingscliff Beach, coastal dunes, tidal creeks and developed foreshore environments.

These features demonstrate the relationship between coastal processes, river systems, urban development and environmental management.

Cudgen Creek, Cudgen Lake and Coastal Wetlands

Cudgen Creek forms an important tidal waterway connecting inland wetlands with the coastal environment near Kingscliff.

Farther south, Cudgen Lake provides a distinctive freshwater and estuarine landscape near Bogangar and Cabarita Beach.

The surrounding wetlands, swamp forests, drainage channels and riparian vegetation support important ecological communities.

Detailed mapping assists with understanding catchment connectivity, coastal flooding, wetland conservation and estuarine processes.

Cudgen Nature Reserve and Kings Forest

Cudgen Nature Reserve protects important native vegetation and wildlife habitat within the coastal hinterland.

The wider Kings Forest landscape contains woodland, wetland environments, low ridges and coastal drainage systems.

These habitats support native birds, amphibians and other wildlife associated with subtropical coastal ecosystems.

Casuarina, Bogangar and Cabarita Beach

The coastal settlements of Casuarina, Bogangar and Cabarita Beach illustrate the transition between beachfront communities, coastal conservation areas and agricultural hinterland.

Nearby Norries Headland provides an elevated coastal landmark overlooking beaches and the Pacific Ocean.

The area is valuable for studying coastal erosion, dune systems, tourism development and land-use change.

Coastal Navigation and Field Research

At 1:25,000 scale (1cm = 250 metres), detailed contours and grid references assist with interpreting terrain, coastal roads, waterways, drainage patterns and settlement boundaries.

Whether exploring Kingscliff, investigating Cudgen Creek and Lake, studying coastal wetlands or undertaking professional fieldwork, this map provides an excellent geographical reference.

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

🗺️ Map Content & Features

The Cudgen topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed elevation information showing Cudgen's agricultural hills, coastal lowlands, gently sloping ridges, drainage depressions and coastal headlands.

• Rivers & Waterways – Cudgen Creek, Cudgen Lake, Tweed River coastal catchments, tidal waterways, tributaries, drainage channels and wetlands.

• Roads & Tracks – Pacific Motorway, Tweed Coast Road, Cudgen Road, Clothiers Creek Road, local streets, rural roads and recorded management tracks, where mapped.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Selected township buildings, rural structures, bridges, highway infrastructure, recreational facilities, road crossings and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Coastal woodland, swamp forests, riparian vegetation, agricultural clearings, sandy beaches, coastal dunes and estuarine wetlands.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Cudgen, Kingscliff, Chinderah, Casuarina, Bogangar, Cabarita Beach, Cudgen Nature Reserve, Kings Forest and Cudgen Lake.

• Grid References – Coordinates and map grid information for navigation, GPS interpretation, surveying, environmental management and professional fieldwork.

🧭 Format & Material Options

🧾 Standard Paper (Folded or Flat)

• Traditional, lightweight and economical option for everyday use, archival storage and indoor reference.

• Printed on 160 gsm matte paper for clear geographical detail and excellent cartographic reproduction.

• 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®

• Printed on DuPont™ Tyvek® 1443R, a fully synthetic material made from high-density polyethylene fibres.

• Waterproof, tear-resistant, lightweight and flexible, making it suitable for demanding outdoor conditions.

• Ideal for bushwalkers, coastal field researchers, environmental professionals, surveyors, rangers and search-and-rescue teams.

• Can be folded or rolled repeatedly, providing a durable alternative to traditional paper maps.

• Particularly suitable for Tweed Coast field navigation, wetland surveys, coastal conservation research, rural property inspections 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 coastal planning, wetland management, biodiversity research, catchment investigations and emergency response.

All formats are professionally printed by Mapworld using pigment-based inks for sharp cartographic detail and lasting colour reproduction.

📐 Map Specifications

🎯 Ideal For

• Bushwalkers & Coastal Navigators – Terrain reference for coastal tracks, beaches, wetland environments and authorised access routes.

• National Park & Conservation Managers – Mapping for Cudgen Nature Reserve, coastal woodland, wetland habitats and environmental management.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Geographical information for swamp forests, riparian vegetation, tidal waterways, wetland habitats and biodiversity monitoring.

• Geologists & Geomorphologists – Study coastal landforms, headlands, dune systems, erosion, lowland drainage and coastal landscape development.

• Catchment & Water Resource Managers – Terrain information for Cudgen Creek, Cudgen Lake, coastal wetlands and associated drainage systems.

• Rural Landowners & Agricultural Managers – Geographical reference for horticultural properties, agricultural drainage, access roads, terrain gradients and land management.

• Coastal & Regional Planners – Mapping for settlement growth, coastal development, flood-prone land, transport corridors and environmental planning.

• Surveyors & Civil Engineers – Coordinates, contours and terrain information for preliminary site investigations, infrastructure planning and professional fieldwork.

• Emergency Services – Reference for coastal storms, flood response, bushfires, road access and search-and-rescue operations.

• Geography Students & Educators – Study coastal wetlands, estuaries, agricultural land use, urban development, beach systems and topographic mapping.

📍 Official NSW Mapping Source

This map forms part of the NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series, providing authoritative geographical information about the natural and built environment of New South Wales.

View the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer

For current national park access, visitor facilities, conservation restrictions and alerts, consult NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

For local road conditions, coastal planning, development information and regional services, consult Tweed Shire Council.

For beach conditions and surf safety information, consult Beachsafe.

For highway closures and traffic information, consult Live Traffic NSW.

For current bushfire warnings, consult NSW Rural Fire Service, and for flooding and severe-weather emergencies, consult NSW State Emergency Service.

Important Navigation & Safety Information: The Cudgen district includes ocean beaches, exposed headlands, tidal creeks, coastal wetlands, flood-prone lowlands, agricultural properties and busy transport corridors.

Heavy rainfall may cause rapid water-level changes, flash flooding, flooded roads and hazardous creek crossings, while strong surf, dangerous currents, coastal erosion and storms can affect beaches and coastal access routes.

Some tracks pass through protected conservation land or private agricultural properties. Their depiction on a topographic map does not establish public access rights.

Always check current weather forecasts, tide and surf conditions, coastal warnings, road closures, flood alerts and fire danger ratings, and carry appropriate navigation equipment for outdoor activities.

Topographic maps are not substitutes for current official access information, nautical charts, cadastral surveys or emergency advice.

🌏 Explore More with Mapworld

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

For advice on contour lines, coastal terrain, river valleys, wetlands and grid references, explore How to Read a Topographic Map in Australia.

Northern Adjoining Coverage – Tweed Heads

For coverage immediately north of Cudgen, the Tweed Heads 9641-4S Topographic Map provides continuing mapping of the Tweed River estuary, Chinderah, Tweed Heads, coastal settlements and the NSW–Queensland border.

Together, the two sheets provide valuable geographical coverage of the northern Tweed Coast and river catchments.

Southern Adjoining Coverage – Pottsville

For coverage immediately south, the Pottsville 9641-3S Topographic Map extends into the Pottsville district, coastal wetlands, waterways, sandy beaches and surrounding lowland forests.

This sheet is particularly valuable for coastal conservation, wetland research, rural property management and local navigation.

Western Adjoining Coverage – Murwillumbah

For coverage immediately west, the Murwillumbah 9541-2N Topographic Map provides detailed mapping of the Tweed Valley hinterland, agricultural land, rural settlements and adjoining creek catchments.

This companion extends geographical coverage inland towards Murwillumbah and the surrounding northern Tweed countryside.

Eastern Coverage – South Pacific Ocean

The eastern boundary extends towards the South Pacific Ocean, where coastal and offshore navigation requires appropriate official nautical charts rather than additional terrestrial topographic mapping.

For further regional coverage, use the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer to inspect the relevant boundaries and surrounding sheets.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Cudgen 9641-3N Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for Tweed Coast bushwalking, coastal and environmental planning, wetland conservation, agricultural property management, surveying, emergency services and geographical education.