Babel 1:50,000 Topographic Map – Tasmania

An essential field map for navigating, planning and exploring southeastern Flinders Island and the spectacular landscapes of the Furneaux Group.

The Babel 1:50,000 Topographic Map provides a clear and accurate representation of this remarkable island region. Produced in 2024, Edition 2 features enhanced building symbols, hill shading and simplified vegetation classification, making the landscape easier to interpret both in the field and during trip planning.

At 1:50,000 scale, 1 centimetre on the map represents 500 metres on the ground—an excellent balance between regional coverage and practical topographic detail.

🗺️ Map Coverage

The Babel sheet covers the southeastern area of Flinders Island, extending from the dramatic heights of Strzelecki National Park to the lagoons, inlets, beaches and lowlands surrounding Lady Barron and Franklin Sound.

Important locations and features shown include:

• Strzelecki Peaks – 782 metres, the highest point in the Furneaux Group

• Strzelecki National Park

• The challenging walking country of the Darling Range

• The Patriarchs, known for opportunities to observe local wildlife

• Planter Beach on the island’s eastern coastline

• Sellars Lagoon Game Reserve

• Logan Lagoon Conservation Area

• The region’s extensive network of lagoons and coastal inlets

• The township of Lady Barron

• Franklin Sound

• Views and geographic context extending towards Great Dog, Vansittart and Cape Barren Islands

Rising sharply from the surrounding lowlands, Strzelecki Peaks form the dominant topographic feature of the sheet. To the east, Planter Beach borders a landscape of wetlands, lagoons and inlets protected within Sellars Lagoon Game Reserve and Logan Lagoon Conservation Area.

The Darling Range offers experienced walkers a challenging traverse, while The Patriarchs provides a more accessible opportunity to appreciate the island’s distinctive scenery and abundant wildlife. Lady Barron occupies an impressive position on Franklin Sound, looking towards the islands to the south.

From granite peaks and rugged walking country to wetlands, beaches, wildlife areas and island settlements, this map covers one of Flinders Island’s most varied and visually striking landscapes.

⛰️ Map Content and Features

The 1:50,000 map series is designed to provide a clear portrayal of topographic information for navigation, recreation and professional fieldwork. Features include:

• Contours and hill shading for interpreting elevation, slope and terrain

• Peaks, ridges, ranges and other major landforms

• Lagoons, inlets, rivers, creeks and drainage features

• Coastlines, beaches and island geography

• Walking tracks, roads and access routes where mapped

• Buildings and infrastructure

• Simplified vegetation classification

• National park, game reserve and conservation-area coverage

• Towns, localities and named geographic features

• Wildlife areas and other points of interest

• Standard topographic symbols for efficient map reading

🧭 Who Uses This Map?

The Babel 1:50,000 Topographic Map is suitable for:

• Bushwalkers and hikers exploring Strzelecki National Park and the Darling Range

• Wildlife observers and nature photographers visiting The Patriarchs and the island’s wetland areas

• Outdoor guides and tourism operators working on Flinders Island

• Emergency services and search and rescue teams

• Conservation workers and environmental researchers

• Land managers and field professionals

• Geography students and outdoor educators

• Local residents and visitors exploring Lady Barron and southeastern Flinders Island

Conditions in the Strzelecki Peaks and Darling Range can be rugged and changeable. Always check current track, weather, park and reserve information before travelling, and carry appropriate navigation and safety equipment. Observe all seasonal restrictions and regulations applying to game reserves and conservation areas.

For travel by sea, use the relevant official nautical chart rather than relying on a topographic map alone.

💧 Field-Ready Options for Rugged Use

Choose the format that best suits your intended use—from lightweight trip planning to demanding all-weather fieldwork.

✅ Standard Paper

• Printed on 100 gsm FSC® coated paper

• Produces crisp, clear text and finely defined map symbols

• Lightweight and convenient for general reference or protected field use

• An economical choice for trip planning, research and office applications

✅ Waterproof and Tearproof Tyvek®

• Made from genuine DuPont™ Tyvek®, an advanced synthetic material composed of pure polyethylene fibres

• Waterproof, tear-resistant, foldable and extremely lightweight

• Printed using HP pigment-based inks for a permanent waterproof finish

• Suitable for backpacks, vehicles and exposed field conditions

• Ideal for walkers, emergency personnel and outdoor professionals

• Provides exceptional durability without the weight and bulk of lamination

✅ Laminated

• Fully encapsulated between two 80-micron gloss laminate sheets

• Highly resistant to water, stains, smudges and tearing

• Draw on the surface with whiteboard markers for route planning or instruction

• Use Mark-It-Dots to identify campsites, access points, wildlife locations or hazards without marking the map permanently

• Wipeable and reusable

• Ideal for offices, classrooms, operations centres and repeated field reference

📐 Map Details

• Title: Babel Topographic Map

• Series: Tasmania 1:50,000 Topographic Map Series

• Edition: 2

• Production year: 2024

• Scale: 1:50,000

• Ground distance: 1 cm represents 500 metres

• Datum: Geocentric Datum of Australia 1994 — GDA94

• Coverage: Southeastern Flinders Island, Strzelecki Peaks, Strzelecki National Park, Darling Range, The Patriarchs, Planter Beach, Sellars Lagoon, Logan Lagoon, Lady Barron and Franklin Sound

• Available formats: Paper, waterproof Tyvek® or laminated

• ISBN: 9318923027396

Important Datum Information

This map uses GDA94. When transferring coordinates between the map and a GPS receiver, navigation application or other spatial data source, ensure the equipment and coordinates are set to the same datum.

🔍 Preview the Area in LISTmap

Use the LISTmap coverage preview to confirm that your destination, walking route or area of interest falls within the Babel sheet before ordering.

🛒 Choose the Right Format

• Paper: Best for planning, office reference and light field use

• Tyvek®: Best for bushwalking, wildlife observation and wet or demanding conditions

• Laminated: Best for repeated use, route marking, education and operational planning

🎯 Summary

Whether you are climbing towards Strzelecki Peaks, traversing the Darling Range, observing wildlife at The Patriarchs, exploring the lagoons and wetlands of the eastern lowlands, or discovering Lady Barron and Franklin Sound, the Babel Topographic Map provides the detail and regional context needed to understand this extraordinary part of Flinders Island.

Plan with purpose. Navigate with confidence. Explore Flinders Island with accuracy.