Tumut 8527-3N Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW Snowy Valleys Topographic Mapping | Tumut, Adelong, Gilmore, Gadara, Tumut River & Wereboldera State Conservation Area | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the River Valleys and Forested Highlands of Tumut

Discover the picturesque river valleys, rolling farmland and forested foothills of the New South Wales Snowy Mountains region with the Tumut 8527-3N Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Tumut, Adelong and surrounding country within the Snowy Valleys, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for bushwalkers, rural landowners, environmental professionals, forestry managers, surveyors, engineers and emergency services.

The Tumut district occupies a distinctive landscape where fertile agricultural valleys meet the forested western foothills of the Great Dividing Range. Rolling grazing country, rocky ridgelines, creek systems and native eucalypt woodland create a varied setting for outdoor exploration and land management.

The map provides geographical coverage relevant to Tumut, Adelong, Gilmore, Gadara, Windowie, Wereboldera State Conservation Area and Tumut State Forest.

The Tumut River is a defining geographical feature of the district. Flowing northwards from the Snowy Mountains, the river passes through Tumut before continuing towards the Murrumbidgee River near Gundagai.

Its fertile valley has supported agriculture, settlement and transport for generations. The river also forms an important part of the Snowy Mountains Hydro-Electric Scheme, with upstream water storages and power stations influencing its flows.

The historic town of Tumut retains an attractive streetscape, surrounded by parklands, agricultural properties and wooded hills. Its setting makes it an important gateway to the northern Snowy Mountains.

West of Tumut, Adelong is a historic gold-mining town situated beside Adelong Creek. Its nineteenth-century mining heritage includes the famous Adelong Falls Gold Mill Ruins, located in the surrounding district.

Between the two towns, the Gilmore Valley and Gadara district contain rolling farmland, local waterways and rural roads that illustrate the relationship between topography and agricultural settlement.

South of Tumut, Wereboldera State Conservation Area protects forested ridges and native vegetation. The adjoining Tumut State Forest contains extensive eucalypt woodland, fire trails and management roads.

The map also identifies Minjary National Park, located among the hills north of the Tumut–Adelong corridor, and smaller waterways associated with the Gilmore Creek, Yaven Creek and Adelong Creek catchments.

Farther south, beyond this sheet, Blowering Dam and Kosciuszko National Park provide broader regional context, with extensive mountain forests, recreational waterways and spectacular alpine landscapes.

The combination of historic settlements, agricultural valleys, national parks and forestry reserves makes the Tumut district 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 interpreting the landscape.

Whether you're exploring the Tumut Valley, investigating rural property, studying the region's gold-mining heritage or undertaking professional fieldwork, the Tumut 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 Tumut topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed terrain information showing rolling agricultural hills, forested ridgelines, rocky slopes, spurs, gullies and river valleys.

• Rivers & Waterways – Tumut River, Adelong Creek, Gilmore Creek, local tributaries, farm dams and mapped drainage systems.

• Roads & Tracks – Snowy Mountains Highway, Tumut–Adelong Road, rural property tracks, forest access roads and recorded trails.

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

• Vegetation & Landforms – Native eucalypt forests, grazing country, agricultural valleys, wooded slopes and riverine vegetation.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Tumut, Adelong, Gilmore, Gadara, Windowie, Minjary National Park and Wereboldera State Conservation Area.

• 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 the forested hills, river valleys and natural landscapes surrounding Tumut.

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

• Agricultural Professionals & Land Managers – Mapping for grazing properties, rural infrastructure, erosion assessment and water management.

• Forestry Professionals & Conservation Managers – Terrain information for forest access, vegetation assessment, fire management and conservation planning.

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

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

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

• Geography Students & Historical Researchers – Explore the relationship between river systems, historical gold mining, agricultural settlement and the Snowy Mountains foothills.

📍 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 information about local roads, planning, land management and community services, consult Snowy Valleys Council.

For current national park and conservation area access, walking conditions and closures, consult NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

For information about the wider Tumut River catchment, Blowering Dam and water storage operations, consult Blowering Dam – WaterNSW.

The Tumut region contains river valleys, rural properties, steep forested slopes and waterways subject to changing conditions. Heavy rainfall and upstream water releases may cause rapid changes in river levels, affecting crossings and low-lying roads. Winter frosts, fog and occasional snow or ice can make highland roads hazardous. Bushfires, fallen trees and forestry operations may also restrict access to forest roads and tracks. Always check current conditions, respect private property and access restrictions, and carry appropriate navigation equipment. Topographic maps are not substitutes for cadastral surveys, official flood studies or current road access information.

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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 Tumut, the adjoining Wondalga 8527-3S Topographic Map provides a useful companion sheet, extending coverage through the forested hills and rural valleys south of Tumut.

For additional coverage to the east, the Blowering 8527-2S Topographic Map provides geographical reference for the adjoining Blowering district.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Tumut 8527-3N Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for bushwalking, forestry management, rural property assessment, environmental research, surveying, catchment planning, geographical education an