Glenreagh 9437-1N Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW North Coast Topographic Mapping | Glenreagh, Orara River, Tallawudjah Creek, Sherwood Creek, Flaggy Creek Nature Reserve & Orara Valley | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Forested Valleys and Historic Landscapes of Glenreagh

Discover the winding rivers, forested mountain ranges and picturesque rural landscapes of the New South Wales North Coast with the Glenreagh 9437-1N Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Glenreagh and the surrounding country northwest of Coffs Harbour, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for bushwalkers, rural landowners, forestry professionals, environmental researchers, surveyors, engineers and emergency services.

The Glenreagh district occupies a distinctive landscape within the Orara River Valley, where fertile rural flats are surrounded by wooded hills, sandstone ridges and extensive native forests.

The map provides geographical coverage relevant to Glenreagh, the Orara River, Tallawudjah Creek, Sherwood Creek and surrounding forested catchments, with Nana Glen, Moleton and the wider Clarence Valley providing important regional context.

The Orara River is the defining geographical feature of the district. Rising in the hinterland west of Coffs Harbour, the river winds northward through the Orara Valley before joining the Clarence River system.

Around Glenreagh, the river passes through rural floodplains, grazing properties and forested country, receiving tributaries including Tallawudjah Creek and Glenreagh Creek.

These waterways have shaped the surrounding landscape, creating fertile alluvial flats, creek valleys and an intricate network of drainage systems.

The historic village of Glenreagh developed as an agricultural and timber-working settlement, closely associated with the region's forests and railway connections.

The town is particularly well known for its railway heritage. The former Glenreagh–Dorrigo railway once carried passengers, timber and agricultural produce through the mountainous hinterland.

Today, the Glenreagh Heritage Railway preserves important elements of this railway history, including historic locomotives, rolling stock and railway infrastructure.

Northwest of Glenreagh, Tallawudjah Nature Reserve protects approximately 1,247 hectares of significant native forest and sandstone country.

The reserve contains old-growth eucalypt forests, prominent sandstone escarpments, ridgelines and sheltered gullies, providing important habitat for threatened plants and animals.

Nearby, Flaggy Creek Nature Reserve protects additional forest ecosystems, including dry and wet sclerophyll communities and sheltered creek vegetation.

These reserves occupy part of the distinctive Kangaroo Creek Sandstone landscape, renowned for its unusual geological features and plant diversity.

The wider district includes forested country associated with Sherwood Nature Reserve, Ellis State Forest and Kangaroo River State Forest, reflecting the region's strong connections with forestry and conservation.

The Orara Way provides an important regional transport route through Glenreagh, linking rural communities between Coffs Harbour and the Clarence Valley.

The surrounding landscape also contains rural access roads, forest management tracks, grazing properties and native vegetation, making accurate topographic mapping particularly valuable for land management.

The combination of river floodplains, historic railway infrastructure, protected forests and sandstone ranges makes Glenreagh especially relevant for environmental research, catchment assessment and geographical education.

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

Whether you're exploring the Orara Valley, investigating rural property, studying forest catchments or undertaking professional fieldwork, the Glenreagh 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 Glenreagh topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed terrain information showing river valleys, sandstone ridges, forested hills, slopes, spurs, gullies and floodplains.

• Rivers & Waterways – Orara River, Tallawudjah Creek, Sherwood Creek, Glenreagh Creek and surrounding drainage systems.

• Roads & Tracks – Orara Way, rural roads, forest management trails, property access routes and recorded tracks.

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

• Vegetation & Landforms – Native eucalypt forests, sandstone escarpments, grazing country, riverine vegetation and sheltered forest gullies.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Glenreagh, Orara River, Tallawudjah Creek, surrounding reserves, named ridgelines and 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, river valleys and natural landscapes around Glenreagh.

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

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

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Geographical information for Orara River catchment assessments, biodiversity monitoring, vegetation surveys and conservation research.

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

• Emergency Services – Geographical reference for bushfire response, flood planning, rural property access and search-and-rescue operations.

• Geography Students & Historical Researchers – Explore the relationship between river systems, railway heritage, sandstone geology, forestry 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 protected forests and conservation management, consult the Flaggy Creek and Tallawudjah Nature Reserves Plan of Management.

For information about the region's historic railway, consult Glenreagh Heritage Railway.

For local flood planning, rural roads and community services, consult Clarence Valley Council.

The Glenreagh region contains flood-prone river flats, forested hills, creek crossings and rural properties subject to changing conditions. Heavy rainfall can cause flooding along the Orara River and its tributaries, affecting roads, bridges and low-lying properties. Bushfires, fallen trees and forestry operations may restrict access to forest roads and tracks. Some conservation areas and rural access routes have restricted entry. Always check current conditions, respect private property and carry appropriate navigation equipment. Topographic maps are not substitutes for cadastral surveys, official flood studies or current road access information.

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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 south of Glenreagh, the adjoining Moleton 9437-1S Topographic Map provides a useful companion sheet, extending coverage through the southern Orara Valley and surrounding forested hills.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Glenreagh 9437-1N 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, floodplain planning, geographical education and professional fieldwork.