Guy Fawkes River 9338-2S Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW Northern Tablelands Topographic Mapping | Guy Fawkes River Gorge, Chaelundi State Forest, Frenchmans Ridge, Fossickers Ridge & Black Slate Range | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Wilderness Gorges and Forested Ranges of the Guy Fawkes River

Discover the deeply carved river gorges, towering forested ridges and secluded wilderness of northeastern New South Wales with the Guy Fawkes River 9338-2S Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering remote mountain country within the Clarence Valley hinterland, this detailed map provides an excellent geographical reference for experienced bushwalkers, forestry professionals, environmental researchers, conservation managers, surveyors and emergency services.

The Guy Fawkes River is one of the region's defining natural features. Rising in the high country near Ebor, the river flows northwards through rugged mountain terrain before eventually joining the Boyd River to form the Mann River, part of the greater Clarence River system.

Over millions of years, its waterways have carved spectacular valleys into the eastern slopes of the Great Dividing Range, producing a landscape of steep escarpments, narrow spurs, rocky slopes and sheltered gullies.

The Guy Fawkes River sheet provides detailed coverage of the river's remote gorge country, Chaelundi State Forest, Frenchmans Ridge, Fossickers Ridge, Black Slate Range and adjoining forested catchments.

One of the landscape's most interesting characteristics is the contrast between the river valleys and the elevated ridges that surround them. Closely spaced contours reveal steep slopes, while broader contour patterns identify saddles, spurs and areas of relatively level forested high ground.

Frenchmans Ridge forms a significant geographical feature within the mapped landscape. Its elongated slopes and surrounding gullies illustrate how erosion has shaped the watershed between neighbouring drainage systems.

Nearby Fossickers Ridge reflects the region's historical association with mineral exploration and prospecting.

The wider district experienced gold-mining activity during the nineteenth century, particularly around Dalmorton, once a thriving settlement along the historic Grafton–Glen Innes route.

Although the Dalmorton township lies to the north, its mining and settlement history provides important context for the geographical names found throughout the Guy Fawkes River country.

The Black Slate Range provides another distinctive example of rugged mountain terrain, with forested ridges, rocky slopes and winding drainage lines.

Additional mapped features include Black Snake Road, Goldfields Road, Quartz Slate Road, Fossickers Ridge Trail, Frenchmans Trail and Chaelundi Road.

The waterways are equally intricate. Main Camp Creek, Piper Creek, Pot Creek and numerous smaller gullies drain the slopes, providing important clues to the region's natural catchment structure.

Extensive sections of Chaelundi State Forest occupy the surrounding mountain country, containing native eucalypt forests, management roads, vegetation communities and remote creek valleys.

Nearby, Guy Fawkes River National Park and Guy Fawkes River State Conservation Area protect important wilderness landscapes and wildlife habitats.

The wider national park is renowned for its impressive gorge scenery and conservation significance, including habitats supporting the threatened brush-tailed rock-wallaby.

The region also contains sections of the Bicentennial National Trail, a long-distance route connecting remote landscapes across eastern Australia. The route traverses the wider Guy Fawkes River wilderness and is marked on the topographic sheet.

Farther south, the Chaelundi district offers spectacular escarpment scenery, walking opportunities and forested mountain environments. Additional sheets are required for complete coverage of its walking routes and visitor facilities.

The surrounding wilderness is part of the traditional Country of the Gumbaynggirr and Banbai peoples, whose cultural connections with the rivers, mountain forests and highland routes continue today.

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

Whether you're studying river catchments, researching historic goldfields, navigating authorised forest routes or undertaking professional environmental fieldwork, the Guy Fawkes River topographic map provides an outstanding geographical reference.

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

🗺️ Map Content & Features

The Guy Fawkes River topographic map includes:

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

• Rivers & Waterways – Guy Fawkes River, Main Camp Creek, Piper Creek, Pot Creek and numerous named and unnamed mountain tributaries.

• Roads & Tracks – Chaelundi Road, Goldfields Road, Black Slate Road, Fossickers Ridge Trail, forest management tracks, fire trails and recorded access routes.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Selected rural and forestry structures, management facilities, roads, crossings and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Native eucalypt forest, steep wooded ridges, rocky escarpments, sheltered gullies, forested slopes and riverine vegetation.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Frenchmans Ridge, Fossickers Ridge, Black Slate Range, Guy Fawkes River, Chaelundi State Forest and surrounding named 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

• Experienced Bushwalkers & Wilderness Explorers – Detailed terrain information for interpreting remote gorges, steep ridgelines, creek valleys and challenging mountain country.

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

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Geographical information for Guy Fawkes River catchment studies, native forest surveys, threatened species monitoring and habitat assessment.

• National Park Rangers & Conservation Managers – Terrain information for protected-area management, ecological research and authorised field operations.

• Geologists & Historical Researchers – Study the geographical setting of historic goldfields, rocky ridges, river erosion and mountain geology.

• Surveyors & Civil Engineers – Mapping for preliminary terrain assessment, drainage studies, forest road investigations and professional fieldwork.

• Emergency Services – Geographical reference for bushfire response, remote-area search and rescue, access planning and incident management.

• Geography Students & Educators – Explore the relationship between river incision, mountain erosion, watershed boundaries, forest ecology and conservation.

• 4WD Travellers & Outdoor Adventurers – Geographical reference for understanding authorised forest access routes and the relationship between tracks and surrounding terrain.

📍 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 national park access, walking conditions, road closures and visitor information, consult Guy Fawkes River National Park – NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

For information about park access and facilities, consult Guy Fawkes River National Park Visitor Information.

For information about forestry operations, management roads and temporary closures, consult Forestry Corporation of NSW.

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

The Guy Fawkes River district contains remote mountain wilderness, extremely steep gorge slopes, dense forest, isolated creek crossings and unsealed roads. River and creek levels can rise rapidly following heavy rainfall in upstream catchments. Forest tracks may be damaged or closed because of fallen trees, bushfires, severe weather or management operations. Some roads cross private land or are restricted to authorised vehicles, and a mapped trail does not necessarily provide public access. Mobile coverage can be unreliable, and remote terrain may require advanced navigation skills. Always check current national park alerts, road conditions and weather forecasts, respect access restrictions and carry adequate water, navigation equipment and emergency communication devices. Topographic maps are not substitutes for current access permissions, specialist wilderness advice or emergency instructions.

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

For practical advice on interpreting contour lines, recognising mountain ridges, understanding grid references and navigating Australian landscapes, explore our guide to How to Read a Topographic Map in Australia.

For geographical coverage immediately north of Guy Fawkes River, the adjoining Dalmorton 9338-2N Topographic Map provides a useful companion sheet for the historic Dalmorton goldfields and neighbouring river gorges.

For coverage immediately south, the adjoining Chaelundi 9337-1N Topographic Map extends across the southern mountain forest country.

For additional coverage west of the Guy Fawkes River sheet, the adjoining Sara River 9338-3S Topographic Map provides geographical reference for the western forested ranges and valleys.

Use the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer to identify additional neighbouring sheets for longer wilderness journeys and field investigations.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Guy Fawkes River 9338-2S Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for mountain navigation, forestry management, bushwalking, environmental research, conservation planning, surveying, historical studies, geographical education and professional fieldwork.