Yalwal 8928-2S Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW Topographic Mapping | Yalwal, Danjera Dam & Ettrema Wilderness | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Rugged Wilderness of Yalwal and the Shoalhaven Hinterland

Discover the remarkable sandstone landscapes and historic goldfields of the Shoalhaven hinterland in southern New South Wales with the Yalwal 8928-2S Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Yalwal and the surrounding wilderness west of Nowra, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for bushwalkers, four-wheel-drive enthusiasts, gold prospectors, environmental professionals, surveyors and emergency services.

Once a thriving gold-mining settlement, Yalwal is now surrounded by rugged sandstone plateaus, steep forested valleys and remote bushland. The remains of its mining heritage add historical interest to a landscape celebrated for its wild and dramatic terrain.

The mapped region includes Yalwal, Danjera Dam, Danjera Plateau, Ettrema Creek, Ettrema Plateau, Colymea State Forest and the Shoalhaven wilderness. Its network of deeply incised creeks, isolated ridgelines and sandstone escarpments makes detailed topographic mapping particularly valuable for understanding the country.

At a scale of 1:25,000 (1cm = 250 metres), the map reveals the landscape through detailed contour lines, waterways, roads, tracks, vegetation and natural features.

Whether you're exploring the historic Yalwal goldfields, planning a wilderness bushwalk, examining the Ettrema catchment 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 Yalwal topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed 10-metre contour intervals showing sandstone escarpments, steep gorge walls, ridgelines and valleys.

• Waterways & Reservoirs – Danjera Dam, Yalwal Creek, Ettrema Creek and surrounding streams and drainage systems.

• Roads & Tracks – Forest roads, walking tracks, fire trails and mapped access routes.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Selected structures, rural infrastructure and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Eucalypt forests, native bushland, sandstone plateaus and rugged wilderness landscapes.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Named ridges, gullies, creeks, plateaus, historic localities and other geographical features.

• Grid References – Coordinates and geographical reference information for navigation and 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 Yalwal, Danjera Plateau and the rugged Ettrema wilderness.

• Four-Wheel-Drive Enthusiasts – Geographical reference for understanding mapped forest roads, access tracks and challenging sandstone terrain.

• Gold Prospectors & History Enthusiasts – Explore the terrain, waterways and historic mining landscapes associated with the Yalwal goldfields.

• Environmental Professionals – Terrain, vegetation and drainage information for catchment assessments, ecological studies and conservation management.

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

• Surveyors & Land Managers – Detailed mapping for preliminary terrain investigations, forestry management and professional fieldwork.

📍 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 contour lines, waterways, transport networks, vegetation, geographical features and place names.

View the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer

For current walking-track conditions, park closures and visitor information, consult NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service and Forestry Corporation of NSW.

The Yalwal region contains remote sandstone wilderness, steep gorges, historic mining areas and forest roads subject to changing conditions. Heavy rainfall can affect creek crossings, water levels and access routes. Always check current information, carry appropriate navigation equipment and observe fossicking and land-access restrictions before travelling.

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Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Yalwal 8928-2S Topographic Map combines detailed NSW mapping with a choice of finishes designed for wilderness bushwalking, four-wheel-drive exploration, goldfield research, environmental management and professional fieldwork.