Grenfell 8530-S Topographic Map 1:50,000

Detailed NSW Central West Topographic Mapping | Grenfell, Weddin Mountains, Emu Creek, Greenethorpe, Bogolong & Conimbla Range | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Historic Goldfields and Mountain Landscapes of Grenfell

Discover the historic goldfields, rolling agricultural plains and dramatic forested ranges of Central West New South Wales with the Grenfell 8530-S Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Grenfell and surrounding country within Weddin Shire, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for rural landowners, agricultural professionals, bushwalkers, historical researchers, environmental scientists, surveyors and emergency services.

The Grenfell district occupies a distinctive landscape of productive grazing country, cropping properties, winding creeks and isolated mountain ranges. Broad rural valleys contrast with rugged wooded hills, creating a varied landscape that rewards detailed topographic study.

The map provides coverage relevant to Grenfell, Greenethorpe, Bogolong, Emu Creek, Brundah, Bimbi and the Weddin and Conimbla ranges.

The historic township of Grenfell developed following the discovery of gold in 1866. Originally known as Emu Creek, it rapidly became one of the most important gold-mining centres in colonial New South Wales.

At the height of the gold rush, thousands of prospectors arrived to work the surrounding hills and creek beds. Their activities left a legacy of historic mining localities, settlement routes and geographical place names.

O'Brien's Hill, near the township, commemorates the discovery of gold by Cornelius O'Brien. Today, the historic site includes interpretive walking paths and surviving mining features, providing a connection between the landscape and Grenfell's goldfields history.

Grenfell is also celebrated as the birthplace of the Australian writer Henry Lawson, born on the goldfields in 1867. Its historic streets, museum and surrounding rural scenery preserve much of the character of the nineteenth-century Central West.

The district's waterways include Emu Creek, Grenfell Creek, Bogolong Creek, Brundah Creek, Yambira Creek and numerous smaller tributaries.

These waterways create an intricate network of shallow valleys, farm dams, drainage lines and creek junctions across the agricultural landscape.

West and southwest of Grenfell, Weddin Mountains National Park protects a striking range of steep wooded slopes, rocky ridges and rugged sandstone formations rising above the surrounding plains.

The mountains are closely associated with the history of bushranger Ben Hall, while walking tracks and lookouts provide opportunities to appreciate the landscape's natural and cultural heritage.

In the wider district, Weddin Gap, Sugarloaf Mountain and Weddin Mountain provide prominent geographical reference points.

To the northeast, Conimbla National Park protects extensive forests and woodland across the Conimbla Range. The park contains rocky outcrops, sheltered gullies, seasonal waterfalls and habitats supporting a remarkable diversity of native birds.

Yambira Mountain rises prominently above the surrounding agricultural country, illustrating the contrast between the forested ranges and open Central West plains.

The surrounding rural districts of Greenethorpe, Bogolong and Bimbi contain grazing properties, agricultural roads, historic settlements and patches of native woodland.

The landscape's combination of productive farmland, old goldfields, waterways and protected forests makes Grenfell particularly valuable for rural planning, conservation assessment and regional history.

At 1:50,000 scale (1cm = 500 metres), the map offers a practical balance between detailed landform information and broad regional coverage.

Whether you're investigating rural property, researching gold-mining history, exploring the Weddin Mountains or undertaking professional fieldwork, the Grenfell 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 Grenfell topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed terrain information showing isolated mountain ranges, rocky ridges, rolling agricultural hills, slopes, spurs, saddles, gullies and creek valleys.

• Rivers & Waterways – Emu Creek, Grenfell Creek, Bogolong Creek, Brundah Creek, Yambira Creek, local tributaries, farm dams and mapped drainage systems.

• Roads & Tracks – Grenfell township streets, regional roads, rural access routes, property tracks and recorded walking or management trails where mapped.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Selected township buildings, rural homesteads, railway features, bridges, roads, agricultural infrastructure and historical features where recorded.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Cropping and grazing country, native eucalypt woodland, forested mountain slopes, rocky outcrops and creekside vegetation.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Grenfell, Greenethorpe, Bogolong, Bimbi, Weddin Mountains, Conimbla Range and named hills, creeks and historical localities.

• 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

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

• Agricultural Professionals & Graziers – Mapping for cropping, grazing properties, rural infrastructure, drainage assessment and erosion management.

• Bushwalkers & Nature Explorers – Detailed terrain information for understanding the Weddin Mountains, Conimbla Range and surrounding countryside.

• Goldfields Historians & Prospectors – Study the geographical setting of Grenfell's historic goldfields and creek systems, subject to current prospecting permissions.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Mapping for native woodland surveys, creek catchment assessments, habitat research and conservation planning.

• National Park Rangers & Land Managers – Terrain information for protected-area management, walking tracks, vegetation and authorised field operations.

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

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

• Geography Students & Historical Researchers – Explore the relationship between gold mining, rural settlement, agricultural development, waterways and mountain landforms.

📍 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 current walking conditions, camping and park alerts, consult Weddin Mountains National Park.

For information about forested mountain country, walking tracks and wildlife habitats, consult Conimbla National Park.

For local planning, road conditions, rural land management and heritage information, consult Weddin Shire Council.

For information about the region's goldfields heritage, consult O'Brien's Hill – NSW Government.

The Grenfell district contains private agricultural properties, rocky mountain terrain, creek crossings and rural roads subject to changing conditions. Heavy rainfall may cause local flooding and damage to unsealed roads. Forest and park tracks can be affected by bushfires, fallen trees and temporary closures. Historic goldfields may contain abandoned mine shafts, unstable ground and other hazards. Prospecting requires appropriate permissions and must comply with NSW regulations. Always check current weather and access conditions, respect property boundaries and carry suitable navigation equipment. Topographic maps are not substitutes for cadastral surveys, official flood studies, prospecting permissions or current emergency advice.

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For additional geographical coverage immediately north of Grenfell, the adjoining Gooloogong 8530-N Topographic Map provides a useful companion sheet extending across the neighbouring Central West countryside.

For regional coverage beyond Grenfell, use the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer to identify further adjoining sheets.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Grenfell 8530-S Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for rural property management, agricultural planning, goldfields research, bushwalking, conservation assessment, surveying, geographical education and professional fieldwork.