St Albans 9031-2N Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW Topographic Mapping | St Albans, Macdonald River, Yengo National Park & Hawkesbury Hinterland | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🌿 Explore the Historic River Valleys and Sandstone Wilderness of St Albans

Discover the remarkable river landscapes, historic settlements and rugged sandstone country of the Hawkesbury hinterland in New South Wales with the St Albans 9031-2N Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering St Albans and its surrounding countryside north of Wisemans Ferry, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for bushwalkers, four-wheel-drive enthusiasts, rural landowners, environmental professionals, surveyors and emergency services.

Nestled beside the Macdonald River, St Albans is one of the Hawkesbury region's most distinctive historic villages. Its setting combines fertile river flats, secluded rural properties, forested sandstone ridges and the extensive wilderness of the surrounding national parks.

The district retains a fascinating colonial history. Established as an agricultural settlement during the early nineteenth century, St Albans became an important community along the Macdonald River, with produce transported through the Hawkesbury river system.

The village is particularly renowned for the Settlers Arms Inn, its historic courthouse and surviving nineteenth-century buildings, which provide a remarkable connection to the area's early settlement.

Beyond the village, the landscape rises into the steep sandstone country of Yengo National Park and Parr State Conservation Area, where extensive eucalypt forests, rugged escarpments and winding creek valleys dominate the terrain.

The Macdonald River is the defining geographical feature of the district. Its broad bends, alluvial flats and tributary valleys have shaped the region's agricultural history, transport routes and settlement patterns.

The surrounding country is characterised by narrow ridgelines, deeply dissected sandstone hills and secluded waterways. These natural features make detailed topographic mapping particularly valuable for understanding the terrain and planning journeys through the hinterland.

The wider region also includes sections of the historic Great North Road corridor, an important reminder of the extraordinary engineering works undertaken to connect Sydney with the Hunter Valley.

At a scale of 1:25,000 (1cm = 250 metres), the map provides detailed geographical information through contour lines, waterways, roads, tracks, vegetation, rural properties and natural landforms.

Whether you're exploring the St Albans Valley, examining the Macdonald River catchment, researching historic settlement or undertaking professional fieldwork, this 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 St Albans topographic map includes:

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

• Rivers & Waterways – Macdonald River, local creeks, tributaries, river flats and mapped drainage systems.

• Roads & Tracks – Wollombi Road, rural access roads, forest management trails, fire trails and other recorded routes.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – St Albans village, selected rural homesteads, historic structures, bridges and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Eucalypt forests, native woodland, grazing country, alluvial river flats and rugged sandstone landscapes.

• Place Names & Landmarks – St Albans, Macdonald River, surrounding valleys, ridges, rural localities and named 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 & Wilderness Explorers – Detailed terrain information for exploring the forested ridges, sandstone valleys and surrounding protected landscapes.

• Four-Wheel-Drive & Touring Enthusiasts – Geographical reference for understanding rural roads, unsealed routes and remote mountain country.

• Rural Landowners & Property Managers – Useful for understanding slopes, creek systems, river flats, property surroundings and access routes.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Detailed mapping for Macdonald River catchment assessments, vegetation surveys, erosion studies and conservation management.

• Emergency Services – Geographical reference for bushfire response, flood planning, search-and-rescue operations and incident management.

• Surveyors & Heritage Researchers – Explore the relationship between historic settlements, river geography, sandstone landforms and the development of the Hawkesbury hinterland.

📍 Official NSW Mapping Source

This map is sourced from the NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series, providing authoritative geographical information about New South Wales' natural and built environment.

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, road closures, walking conditions and visitor information, consult NSW National Parks – Yengo National Park.

The St Albans district contains remote sandstone terrain, unsealed roads, rural properties and river crossings subject to changing conditions. Heavy rainfall can cause rapid rises in the Macdonald River and may isolate low-lying roads. Bushfire, fallen trees and park closures can also restrict access. Always check current conditions, respect private property and carry appropriate navigation equipment. A mapped track does not necessarily indicate public vehicle access.

🌏 Explore More with Mapworld

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

For practical advice on interpreting contours, understanding grid references and navigating Australian terrain, explore our guide to How to Read a Topographic Map in Australia.

For additional coverage south towards the Hawkesbury River and Lower Portland, the adjoining Lower Portland 9031-2S Topographic Map provides a useful companion sheet.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the St Albans 9031-2N Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for bushwalking, four-wheel-drive exploration, rural property management, environmental research, heritage studies and professional fieldwork.