Tarana 8830-1N Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW Central Tablelands Topographic Mapping | Tarana, Evans Crown Nature Reserve, Fish River, Lowes Mount State Forest & Oberon Highlands | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Granite Highlands and River Valleys of Tarana

Discover the remarkable granite formations, picturesque river valleys and forested highlands of Central West New South Wales with the Tarana 8830-1N Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Tarana and its surrounding country between Bathurst, Lithgow and Oberon, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for bushwalkers, rural landowners, environmental professionals, forestry managers, surveyors, engineers and emergency services.

The Tarana district occupies a distinctive landscape within the Central Tablelands, where the Fish River winds through rolling agricultural country beneath prominent granite mountains, rocky ridgelines and extensive native woodland.

The map provides geographical coverage relevant to Tarana, Evans Crown Nature Reserve, the Fish River and Lowes Mount State Forest, with O'Connell, Sodwalls, Tarana Valley and the Oberon highlands providing important regional context.

The Fish River is a defining geographical feature of the district. Flowing through the elevated Central Tablelands, it forms part of the Macquarie River catchment and has influenced the region's settlement, agriculture and transport routes.

Near Tarana, the river passes through picturesque rural valleys, with rocky banks, tributary creeks and fertile grazing flats surrounded by wooded hills.

One of the district's most spectacular landmarks is Evans Crown, a remarkable collection of enormous granite tors rising above the surrounding countryside.

Located approximately three kilometres southeast of Tarana village, Evans Crown Nature Reserve protects 425 hectares of native vegetation and distinctive geological formations.

The prominent summit at Crown Rock, approximately 1,104 metres above sea level, offers sweeping views across the Fish River Valley and surrounding Central Tablelands.

These dramatic granite formations were shaped by millions of years of weathering and erosion, leaving enormous rounded boulders balanced along the exposed mountain ridge.

The reserve holds considerable cultural significance for the Wiradjuri people, with longstanding Aboriginal connections to the granite landscape.

The Evans Crown walking track, accessed from Honeysuckle Falls Road, provides an opportunity to explore the area's rocky formations, native woodland and elevated terrain.

Nearby, Lowes Mount State Forest contains extensive forested country, mountain slopes and management tracks. Its landscape provides important geographical context for forestry operations, conservation and outdoor exploration.

The historic village of Tarana developed around the railway connecting Sydney, Lithgow and Bathurst.

Its railway station and former branch line to Oberon reflect the importance of rail transport in opening the surrounding agricultural and timber-producing country.

The wider district includes rural localities such as Sodwalls and O'Connell, where grazing properties, creek valleys and wooded ridgelines create a picturesque highland environment.

The landscape's varied geology, natural waterways and rural settlement patterns make Tarana particularly valuable for environmental assessment, property management and geographical research.

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

Whether you're exploring Evans Crown, studying the Fish River catchment, investigating rural property or undertaking professional fieldwork, the Tarana 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 Tarana topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed terrain information showing granite peaks, rocky outcrops, forested ridgelines, rolling rural hills, spurs, gullies and river valleys.

• Rivers & Waterways – Fish River, Solitary Creek, local tributaries, farm dams and mapped drainage systems.

• Roads & Tracks – Tarana Road, rural access roads, property tracks, forest management trails and recorded walking routes.

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

• Vegetation & Landforms – Native eucalypt woodland, granite formations, grazing country, forested slopes and riverine vegetation.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Tarana, Evans Crown, Fish River, Lowes Mount, named waterways, ridgelines 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 exploring Evans Crown Nature Reserve, granite ridges and surrounding highland landscapes.

• 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 assessment, terrain management and operational planning.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Geographical information for Fish River catchment studies, native woodland surveys and biodiversity monitoring.

• Geologists & Geography Researchers – Explore the granite formations of Evans Crown, mountain weathering, erosion and the development of the Central Tablelands landscape.

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

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

• Geography Students & Historical Researchers – Examine the relationship between granite geology, river systems, railway development and agricultural 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 current reserve access, walking conditions, closures and visitor information, consult Evans Crown Nature Reserve – NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

For information about the area's geology, cultural heritage and conservation management, consult the Evans Crown Nature Reserve Plan of Management.

For information about forestry operations, state forest access and temporary closures, consult Forestry Corporation of NSW.

The Tarana region contains exposed granite formations, steep rocky slopes, rural properties, creek crossings and forest roads subject to changing conditions. Granite surfaces can become slippery in wet weather, and exposed boulders and cliffs present fall hazards. Heavy rainfall may cause creek flooding and damage to unsealed roads. Rock climbing, abseiling and organised group activities within Evans Crown Nature Reserve may require permits. Camping and fires are prohibited within the reserve. Always check current conditions, respect Aboriginal cultural heritage and private property, and carry appropriate navigation equipment. Topographic maps are not substitutes for cadastral surveys, official flood studies or current park advice.

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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 Tarana, the adjoining Oberon 8830-1S Topographic Map provides a useful companion sheet, extending coverage towards Oberon, the Fish River highlands and surrounding forested country.

For broader coverage of the Central Tablelands, use the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer to identify additional adjoining sheets.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Tarana 8830-1N Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for bushwalking, geological research, forestry management, rural property assessment, environmental studies, surveying, geographical education and professional fieldwork.