QTopo 7966-42 — Helenvale

1:25,000 Topographic Map

A reliable and high-precision topographic map for navigating, assessing, and working within the varied landscapes around Helenvale in Far North Queensland.

The QTopo 7966-42 (Helenvale) sheet—produced by the Queensland Department of Resources—forms part of the authoritative 1:25,000 QTopo mapping series. The Helenvale region is known for its mix of rugged hills, forested slopes, creek systems, agricultural land, and rural infrastructure. This map provides the detailed terrain, hydrology, vegetation, and access information professionals and outdoor users require to operate with confidence.

Whether you're conducting land management, ecological surveys, emergency response, 4WD exploration, or planning rural property access, QTopo 7966-42 delivers trusted, on-the-ground accuracy.

🗺️ Map Content and Features

At a 1:25,000 scale—where 1 cm equals 250 m—this QTopo sheet provides detailed, field-ready cartography including:

• Contour lines at fine intervals showing hills, slopes, ridgelines, and terrain structure

• Hydrology: rivers, creeks, waterholes, drainage lines, and seasonal streams

• Roads, 4WD tracks, local access routes & fire trails, vital for rural and remote navigation

• Infrastructure including homesteads, sheds, fences, yards, utilities, and rural facilities

• Vegetation mapping showing forest, scrub, woodland, pasture, and cleared agricultural land

• Land tenure information: freehold, leasehold, reserves, state land, and park boundaries

• Named geographic features such as hills, knolls, gullies, and local terrain markers

• Points of interest relevant to fieldwork, route assessment, and rural operations

All QTopo sheets use clean symbology and are generated from Queensland’s authoritative spatial datasets.

🧭 Who Uses This Map?

The Helenvale 7966-42 Topographic Map is widely used by:

• Land managers & rural operators – property planning, access management, and infrastructure mapping

• Environmental scientists & ecologists – habitat surveys, biodiversity studies, and field monitoring

• Emergency services & SES – flood response, fire planning, and remote rescue operations

• 4WD travellers & explorers – navigating rural tracks and remote terrain

• Surveyors, engineers & planners – detailed basemap for on-site assessment

• Outdoor educators & navigation trainers – practical field navigation and terrain study

A trusted reference for both professional and recreational work.

💧 Field-Ready Options for Rugged North Queensland Conditions

Choose the finish that matches Helenvale’s mix of dry-season dust, wet-season rains, and varied terrain.

✅ Waterproof & Tearproof Tyvek®

• Printed on DuPont™ Tyvek®, engineered for harsh outdoor use

• Fully waterproof, tear-resistant, lightweight, and foldable

• Ideal for humidity, rain, dust, and repeated field handling

• The best choice for long-term or all-weather operations

✅ Laminated Edition

• Encapsulated in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate

• Writeable using whiteboard markers—perfect for planning and briefings

• Compatible with Map Dots for temporary markings

• Durable, wipe-clean, and resistant to moisture and abrasion

📄 Standard Paper Edition

• Crisp, high-resolution printing

• Suitable for planning, desk work, or light field use

📐 Map Details

Title: QTopo 7966-42 — Helenvale
Publisher: Queensland Department of Resources
Series: QTopo 1:25,000
Scale: 1:25,000 (1 cm = 250 m)
Dimensions: Approx. 710 mm × 594 mm
Coverage: Helenvale and surrounding terrain including creeks, rural properties, ridgelines, and access networks
Material Options: Paper, laminated, or Tyvek®
Origin: Printed in Australia
Edition: Latest available (refer to listing for publication year)

📥 QTopo Map Index

Looking for adjoining coverage in the region?

➡️ Consult the QTopo index or contact us with related sheet numbers—such as 7966-41, 7966-43, or 7866-52—and we’ll locate the exact adjoining maps immediately.

🛒 Ordering & Options

• Standard folded paper map – ideal for planning and desk reference

• Tyvek® waterproof edition – best for rugged, all-weather fieldwork

• Laminated edition – durable and reusable for operational planning and training

• Flat, unfolded maps available for workshops or wall display

🎯 Summary

The QTopo 7966-42 — Helenvale Topographic Map provides authoritative terrain, hydrological, and access detail for safe and effective navigation in this diverse Far North Queensland region. With high-resolution cartography and rugged print options, it is essential for land managers, travellers, and field professionals.

Plan with purpose.
Navigate with confidence.
Explore with clarity.

Choose your preferred finish today and take Helenvale into the field with Queensland’s most trusted topographic mapping.