Yamba 9539-2S Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW North Coast Topographic Mapping | Clarence River, Yamba, Angourie, Wooloweyah Lagoon & Yuraygir National Park | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Clarence River Estuary and Spectacular Coastal Landscapes of Yamba

Discover the sweeping beaches, rocky headlands, coastal lagoons and intricate waterways of the New South Wales North Coast with the Yamba 9539-2S Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Yamba and its surrounding coastal and estuarine landscapes, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for bushwalkers, coastal explorers, environmental professionals, landowners, surveyors, engineers, land managers and emergency services.

The Yamba region occupies a remarkable landscape at the mouth of the Clarence River, one of the largest river systems on Australia's eastern seaboard.

Here, the broad river estuary meets the Pacific Ocean, creating a distinctive geographical setting characterised by tidal channels, sandy beaches, rocky headlands, coastal wetlands and low-lying floodplains.

The surrounding countryside combines coastal settlements, native bushland, mangrove-lined waterways, open water, sandy dunes and coastal vegetation. Its complex relationship between rivers, tides, landforms and settlement makes detailed topographic mapping particularly valuable.

The map provides geographical coverage relevant to Yamba, the Clarence River entrance, Angourie, Wooloweyah, Pippi Beach, Yamba's coastal headlands and surrounding estuarine landscapes.

The Clarence River is the defining geographical feature of the district. Rising in the Great Dividing Range, it drains an extensive catchment before reaching the Pacific Ocean between Yamba and Iluka.

At its mouth, the river forms a broad estuary with navigable channels, tidal flats, islands and low-lying coastal land. These features have influenced settlement, maritime activity, fishing, agriculture and transport throughout the Clarence Valley.

The river entrance is protected by substantial training walls, constructed to improve navigation through a naturally shifting coastal environment.

The historic Yamba Lighthouse, first established in 1880 and replaced by the present structure in 1955, stands on the town's prominent coastal headland. Its elevated position provides views across the river entrance, the Pacific Ocean and the surrounding coastline.

Immediately south of the town, Pippi Beach forms a long stretch of sandy shoreline backed by coastal vegetation and residential areas. Together with Main Beach, Turners Beach and nearby rocky headlands, it illustrates the variety of coastal landforms found within a relatively compact geographical area.

Further south, Angourie is renowned for its spectacular rocky coastline and internationally recognised surfing conditions.

Angourie Point is one of Australia's celebrated surfing locations and forms part of the National Surfing Reserve network. Its rocky headland, adjacent beaches and exposed ocean setting make it a distinctive landmark of the Clarence coast.

Nearby, the freshwater Angourie Blue and Green Pools occupy former quarry sites, providing an unusual example of how historical extractive activity has become incorporated into the modern coastal landscape.

To the west of Angourie lies Wooloweyah Lagoon, a broad, shallow coastal waterbody surrounded by low-lying land, wetlands and native vegetation.

The lagoon forms part of a sensitive coastal environment where tidal processes, freshwater inflows and surrounding drainage systems influence water levels and ecological conditions.

South of Angourie, Yuraygir National Park protects an extensive stretch of the New South Wales coastline, including beaches, rocky headlands, coastal heath, lagoons and forest.

The park is also home to the Yuraygir Coastal Walk, which begins at Angourie and follows approximately 65 kilometres of spectacular coastal country towards Red Rock.

This landscape has deep cultural significance for the Yaegl and other Aboriginal peoples of the Clarence coast, whose continuing connections to Country form an important part of the region's heritage.

The wider Yamba district also includes residential areas, agricultural landscapes and transport routes associated with the Clarence Valley, where low elevations and proximity to tidal waterways make flooding and coastal processes important considerations for land-use planning.

At a scale of 1:25,000 (1cm = 250 metres), the map provides the detail needed to interpret elevation contours, identify waterways, recognise coastal landforms and examine roads, tracks and access routes throughout this varied landscape.

Whether you're exploring the Clarence River estuary, walking the beaches around Angourie, studying Wooloweyah Lagoon, investigating coastal property or undertaking professional fieldwork, the Yamba 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 Yamba topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed terrain information showing coastal headlands, rocky slopes, low-lying estuarine plains, dunes, ridgelines and surrounding terrain.

• Rivers & Waterways – Clarence River, Wooloweyah Lagoon, coastal creeks, tidal channels, wetlands and mapped drainage systems.

• Roads & Tracks – Urban streets, rural access roads, coastal walking routes, park tracks and recorded management trails.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Selected buildings, roads, bridges, river entrance structures, coastal infrastructure and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Coastal heath, eucalypt woodland, wetlands, mangrove environments, sandy beaches, dunes and rocky headlands.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Yamba, Angourie, Wooloweyah, Clarence River, named beaches, coastal headlands 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 & Coastal Explorers – Detailed terrain information for exploring Angourie, Yamba's beaches, coastal headlands and walking routes near Yuraygir National Park.

• Rural Landowners & Property Managers – Geographical reference for understanding property access, local elevations, waterways, drainage patterns and surrounding coastal terrain.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Mapping for Clarence River estuary assessments, wetland surveys, coastal vegetation studies, erosion monitoring and conservation research.

• Surveyors & Civil Engineers – Terrain and infrastructure information for preliminary site investigations, drainage assessments, coastal development and professional fieldwork.

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

• Geography Students & Researchers – Explore the relationship between river estuaries, coastal erosion, tidal systems, wetlands, settlement and environmental conservation along the NSW North Coast.

📍 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 national park access, walking conditions, closures and visitor information, consult Yuraygir National Park – NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

For information about local flood planning, coastal management and regional infrastructure, consult Clarence Valley Council.

The Yamba region contains exposed beaches, rocky headlands, tidal waterways, low-lying floodplains and coastal areas subject to rapidly changing conditions. Heavy rainfall can cause flooding throughout the Clarence River catchment, while storms, strong surf and tidal movements may make beaches and river entrances hazardous. Some coastal access routes and conservation areas have restricted access. Always check current conditions, respect private property and culturally significant sites, and carry appropriate navigation equipment. Topographic maps are not substitutes for nautical charts, cadastral surveys, official flood studies or coastal hazard assessments.

🌏 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 Yamba, the adjoining Woombah 9539-2N Topographic Map provides a useful companion sheet for exploring the northern Clarence River estuary and surrounding coastal country.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Yamba 9539-2S Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for coastal exploration, environmental research, land management, surveying, flood and catchment planning, geographical education and professional fieldwork.