Wauchope 9435-3S Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW Mid North Coast Topographic Mapping | Wauchope, Hastings River, Bago Mountain, Broken Bago Range & Port Macquarie Hinterland | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the River Valleys and Forested Highlands of Wauchope

Discover the winding rivers, rolling agricultural valleys and forested mountain landscapes of the New South Wales Mid North Coast with the Wauchope 9435-3S Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Wauchope and surrounding country west of Port Macquarie, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for bushwalkers, rural landowners, forestry professionals, environmental researchers, surveyors, engineers and emergency services.

The Wauchope district occupies a distinctive landscape within the Hastings River catchment, where fertile river flats meet wooded hills, rural properties and the forested foothills of the Great Dividing Range.

The map provides geographical coverage relevant to Wauchope, the Hastings River, surrounding rural settlements and the Bago Mountain hinterland, with King Creek, Redbank, Beechwood and the Broken Bago Range providing important regional context.

The Hastings River is the defining geographical feature of Wauchope. Rising in the Great Dividing Range, the river flows eastwards through forested valleys and agricultural country before entering the Pacific Ocean at Port Macquarie.

At Wauchope, the river passes along the northern edge of the township, bordered by floodplains, rural properties and established residential areas. Its tributaries and drainage systems have strongly influenced the development of the district.

The historic township of Wauchope developed as an important centre for timber production, agriculture and regional transport.

The North Coast railway line crosses the Hastings River near the town, illustrating the engineering challenges of establishing transport connections across the river valleys of the Mid North Coast.

Wauchope is also closely associated with Timbertown, the well-known heritage attraction celebrating the district's nineteenth-century timber industry and pioneering history.

Southwest of the township, Bago Mountain and the Broken Bago Range rise above the surrounding valleys, creating a dramatic landscape of wooded ridges, steep slopes and sheltered creek gullies.

The range separates portions of the Hastings and Camden Haven drainage systems, making it an important geographical feature for understanding local catchments.

The nearby Bago Bluff National Park protects approximately 4,023 hectares of rugged mountain country, including prominent rocky escarpments, eucalypt forests and significant native wildlife habitats.

Its elevated ridgelines and deeply dissected valleys contrast with the more gently rolling agricultural land surrounding Wauchope.

The wider hinterland also contains extensive managed forests and native vegetation, including forested country associated with Bago and the Hastings Valley.

To the east, King Creek forms an important rural residential district, while Redbank and Beechwood provide further examples of the agricultural landscapes that characterise the Hastings hinterland.

The surrounding countryside contains grazing properties, horticultural land, winding country roads and natural waterways that contribute to the region's distinctive geographical setting.

The combination of river floodplains, historic settlements, forested mountains and expanding rural communities makes Wauchope particularly valuable for flood planning, land management, environmental assessment and infrastructure studies.

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

Whether you're exploring the Hastings Valley, investigating rural property, studying the Bago Range or undertaking professional fieldwork, the Wauchope 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 Wauchope topographic map includes:

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

• Rivers & Waterways – Hastings River, local creeks, tributaries, farm dams and mapped drainage systems.

• Roads & Tracks – Oxley Highway, township streets, rural roads, property access routes, forest management trails and recorded tracks.

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

• Vegetation & Landforms – Native eucalypt woodland, agricultural floodplains, forested slopes, rural grazing country and riverine vegetation.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Wauchope, Hastings River, named waterways, rural localities, hills, 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 the wooded hills, river valleys and natural landscapes surrounding Wauchope.

• 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, horticultural planning, drainage assessments and rural infrastructure.

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

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Geographical information for Hastings River catchment assessments, floodplain studies, vegetation surveys and biodiversity monitoring.

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

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

• Geography Students & Researchers – Explore the relationship between river erosion, agricultural settlement, railway development, forestry and catchment management in the Hastings Valley.

📍 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 flood planning, rural roads, development and environmental management, consult Port Macquarie-Hastings Council.

For current national park access, walking conditions and conservation information in the wider region, consult Bago Bluff National Park – NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

For information about the Hastings catchment and regional waterways, consult NSW Government – Hastings Catchment.

The Wauchope region contains flood-prone river flats, rural properties, forested hills and waterways subject to changing conditions. Heavy rainfall across the Hastings catchment can cause significant river flooding, affecting roads, bridges and low-lying land. Bushfires, fallen trees and storm damage may restrict access to forest roads and rural tracks. Some areas are private property or subject to forestry and conservation restrictions. Always check current flood warnings, road conditions and park alerts, respect property boundaries and carry appropriate navigation equipment. Topographic maps are not substitutes for cadastral surveys, official flood studies or current emergency advice.

🌏 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 Wauchope, the adjoining Ballengarra 9435-3N Topographic Map provides a useful companion sheet for exploring the northern Hastings Valley and surrounding rural landscapes.

For additional mapping east of Wauchope, the Port Macquarie 9435-2S Topographic Map provides coverage of the lower Hastings River and coastal district.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Wauchope 9435-3S Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for rural property management, agricultural planning, forestry, environmental research, surveying, floodplain assessment, geographical education and professional fieldwork.