Hanworth 8929-3S Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW Topographic Mapping | Wollondilly River, Southern Highlands, Barrallier & Rugged Tablelands | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the River Valleys and Rugged Landscapes of Hanworth

Discover the dramatic river valleys, forested ridgelines and secluded mountain country of the New South Wales Southern Highlands with the Hanworth 8929-3S Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering the Hanworth district and surrounding country west of the Southern Highlands, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for bushwalkers, environmental professionals, rural landowners, surveyors, engineers, land managers and emergency services.

The Hanworth region occupies a distinctive landscape along the western margins of the Southern Highlands, where the Wollondilly River and its tributaries have carved valleys through the rugged country between the elevated tablelands and the greater Blue Mountains landscape.

The surrounding countryside combines steep river slopes, forested ridgelines, narrow gullies, rocky terrain and scattered rural properties. Its considerable variations in elevation make detailed topographic mapping particularly valuable for understanding the landscape.

The map provides geographical coverage relevant to Hanworth, the Wollondilly River corridor and surrounding forested country, with the adjoining Barrallier and Canyonleigh districts providing important regional context.

The Wollondilly River is a defining geographical feature of the district. Flowing through the Southern Tablelands and towards Lake Burragorang, the river has shaped an extensive system of valleys, tributaries and steep-sided slopes.

Within the Hanworth district, the river forms part of the western boundary of the Wingecarribee Shire, illustrating the important relationship between natural waterways and administrative boundaries in the Southern Highlands.

The nearby Barrallier district, immediately north of the Hanworth sheet, is associated with the upper Wollondilly River and its surrounding rugged country. These landscapes provide a fascinating example of how river erosion has dissected the elevated terrain of southeastern New South Wales.

To the south, the Canyonleigh district contains a combination of rural landscapes, forested ridges and creek systems. Together, these adjoining areas form an intricate geographical setting between the Southern Highlands and the more remote western ranges.

The wider landscape is characterised by native eucalypt vegetation, steep hillsides and drainage systems that descend towards the Wollondilly River. Its relatively isolated character makes detailed mapping particularly useful for property management, environmental assessment and outdoor navigation.

The broader Wollondilly catchment is also an important component of the Sydney region's water supply system, with the river eventually flowing into Lake Burragorang, the principal storage of Warragamba Dam.

Understanding the catchment's topography, watercourses and landforms is valuable for environmental management, water resource studies and the assessment of erosion and drainage patterns.

At a scale of 1:25,000 (1cm = 250 metres), the map provides the detail needed to interpret contours, identify waterways, recognise ridgelines and examine access routes through this varied terrain.

Whether you're exploring the Wollondilly River country, investigating rural property, studying catchment geography or undertaking professional fieldwork, the Hanworth 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 Hanworth topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed terrain information showing steep river valleys, forested ridgelines, rocky slopes, spurs, gullies and elevated country.

• Rivers & Waterways – Wollondilly River, local creeks, tributaries, drainage lines and mapped watercourses.

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

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Selected rural buildings, homesteads, roads, property-related infrastructure and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Eucalypt woodland, native bushland, grasslands, rocky slopes and riverine vegetation.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Hanworth, named waterways, ridgelines, hills, valleys 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 understanding the rugged river valleys, forested hills and remote landscapes west of the Southern Highlands.

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

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Mapping for Wollondilly catchment assessments, vegetation surveys, habitat studies and natural resource management.

• 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, search-and-rescue operations and incident management.

• Geography Students & Researchers – Explore the relationship between river erosion, steep valleys, catchment systems, rural land use and conservation in the Southern Highlands.

📍 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, closures and visitor information, consult NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

The Hanworth region contains steep river valleys, rugged forested terrain, rocky slopes, rural properties and waterways subject to rapidly changing conditions. Heavy rainfall may cause flooding, dangerous river crossings and damage to access roads. Bushfires, fallen trees and seasonal conditions can also affect remote tracks. Some areas contain private property or restricted access routes. Always check current conditions, obtain necessary access permissions and carry appropriate navigation and communication equipment. Topographic maps are not substitutes for cadastral surveys or official flood studies.

🌏 Explore More with Mapworld

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

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 Hanworth, the adjoining Barrallier 8929-3N Topographic Map provides a useful companion sheet.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Hanworth 8929-3S Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for bushwalking, environmental research, rural property management, surveying, catchment assessment, geographical education and professional fieldwork.