Bookookoorara 9340-3N Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW–Queensland Border Topographic Mapping | Bookookoorara Creek, Bald Rock National Park, Bookookoorara Lookout, Boonoo Boonoo National Park & Granite Highlands | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Granite Highlands and Border Wilderness of Bookookoorara

Discover the spectacular granite formations, densely wooded mountain slopes, winding creek valleys and secluded highland wetlands of northern New South Wales with the Bookookoorara 9340-3N Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Bookookoorara and the border country northeast of Tenterfield, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for bushwalkers, wilderness navigators, national park managers, environmental researchers, rural landowners, surveyors and emergency services.

The district occupies an extraordinary section of the New England Granite Belt, where the elevated landscape extends across the New South Wales–Queensland border. Its combination of exposed granite, forested ridges, sheltered creek systems and native wetlands creates a fascinating setting for geographical and ecological study.

Bookookoorara Creek and the Border Highlands

One of the defining geographical features is Bookookoorara Creek, a waterway associated with the forested highlands and wetland environments surrounding Bald Rock National Park.

The creek drains elevated country through a landscape of rocky slopes, native woodland, sheltered hollows and swampy drainage depressions.

The Bookookoorara Lookout provides a geographical reference within the northern section of the Bald Rock conservation landscape.

Nearby waterways include Hells Hollow Creek, Bald Rock Creek, Carrolls Creek, Paling Yard Creek and smaller tributaries, illustrating how the granite highlands are divided into numerous local catchments.

The branching waterways provide useful geographical information for understanding drainage divides, stream gradients, erosion and the movement of water through forested mountain country.

Some of the region's wetter valleys support distinctive heath and sedgeland vegetation, contrasting with the drier woodland communities on the surrounding slopes.

Bald Rock National Park and Granite Landscapes

Bald Rock National Park protects one of the most remarkable granite landscapes in Australia.

Its best-known landmark, Bald Rock, is an enormous exposed granite formation rising above the surrounding forest.

The broader park includes Little Bald Rock, rocky outcrops, forested slopes and distinctive granite landforms formed through long periods of weathering and erosion.

These features demonstrate the influence of geology, jointing, exfoliation and surface erosion on the development of the New England landscape.

The park's walking routes include the Bungoona Walk and Bald Rock summit approaches, together with other designated paths through native forest and granite country.

The Bald Rock Access Road, picnic area and campground form part of the park's visitor infrastructure.

Detailed coverage of individual routes and their current conditions should always be confirmed against official national park information.

Boonoo Boonoo National Park

South of the main border country, Boonoo Boonoo National Park protects a complementary landscape of granite outcrops, native forests, mountain streams and dramatic river scenery.

The wider park is renowned for Boonoo Boonoo Falls, where the Boonoo Boonoo River descends through steep rocky country.

The park also contains sheltered swimming and picnic locations, including the Platypus Hole area.

These attractions provide valuable regional context, although some lie beyond the immediate Bookookoorara sheet and require the southern companion map for detailed coverage.

Together, Bald Rock and Boonoo Boonoo national parks protect an important section of the New England highlands.

Wetlands, Forests and Native Wildlife

The surrounding highland landscape contains grassy eucalypt forest, woodland, moist gullies, wet heath and sedgeland communities.

These habitats vary according to soil depth, elevation, drainage, aspect and rainfall.

Wet heath and sedgeland in the upper catchments of Bookookoorara Creek, Carrolls Creek and Boonoo Boonoo River are particularly important ecological features.

The mixture of granite geology and water-retaining valley floors produces a distinctive environmental contrast between rocky ridges and wetland vegetation.

The broader area supports native birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians, including species associated with cooler mountain forests and seasonal wetlands.

The district also forms part of a culturally significant border landscape with enduring Aboriginal connections to the mountains, waterways and surrounding Country.

New South Wales and Queensland Border Country

A distinctive feature of Bookookoorara is its position beside the NSW–Queensland border.

The landscape connects geographically with the wider Stanthorpe and Girraween granite country, where similar rock formations, native forests and highland ecosystems extend north into Queensland.

The neighbouring Girraween National Park is renowned for its granite outcrops, rocky peaks and wildflower communities.

Queensland mapping is needed for journeys extending beyond the northern NSW sheet boundary.

This interstate setting makes Bookookoorara particularly useful for studying regional geology, catchment boundaries, protected landscapes and the geographical relationship between adjoining states.

Bushwalking, Conservation and Field Navigation

The combination of rocky granite slopes, dense woodland, narrow creek valleys and seasonal wetland environments makes detailed topographic mapping especially useful.

At 1:25,000 scale (1cm = 250 metres), contours and geographical reference information assist with interpreting terrain, road alignments, walking routes, drainage patterns and changes in elevation.

For conservation managers, the sheet provides useful reference for native vegetation surveys, wetland research, catchment management and bushfire planning.

For experienced bushwalkers and field researchers, it offers a geographical framework for assessing ridges, gullies, rocky landforms and authorised access routes.

Whether you're investigating Bookookoorara Creek, exploring the Bald Rock conservation landscape, studying granite geomorphology or undertaking professional fieldwork, the Bookookoorara topographic map provides an excellent geographical reference.

Professionally printed by Mapworld and available in standard paper, waterproof and tearproof DuPont™ Tyvek®, and laminated finishes.

🗺️ Map Content & Features

The Bookookoorara topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed terrain information showing granite hills, rocky outcrops, forested ridges, saddles, narrow spurs and drainage depressions.

• Rivers & Waterways – Bookookoorara Creek and associated mountain tributaries, wetland drainage systems and nearby border-highland creeks.

• Roads & Tracks – Rural roads, recorded national park access routes, walking trails and management tracks where mapped.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Selected rural structures, park access facilities, roads, crossings and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Native eucalypt forest, granite woodland, wet heath, sedgeland, rocky slopes and sheltered creek valleys.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Bookookoorara, Bookookoorara Lookout, surrounding granite formations, national park boundaries and border-country features.

• Grid References – Coordinates and map grid information for navigation, GPS interpretation, surveying and professional fieldwork.

🧭 Format & Material Options

🧾 Standard Paper (Folded or Flat)

• Traditional, lightweight and economical option for everyday use, archival storage and indoor reference.

• Ideal for framing under glass, classrooms, desktop planning and geographical study.

• Paper maps are supplied folded by default, unless flat delivery is specifically requested in the order notes at checkout.

• Flat maps are particularly suitable for framing, display and professional reference.

💧 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, field researchers and search-and-rescue teams.

• Can be folded or rolled repeatedly without damage, making it particularly useful for regular outdoor navigation.

• Withstands rain, mud, snow and UV exposure, providing a durable solution for demanding field conditions.

• Particularly suitable for granite-country bushwalking, wilderness navigation, conservation surveys, wetland fieldwork and emergency operations.

🛡️ Laminated (Encapsulated)

• Fully sealed between two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate for a durable, protective finish.

• Dry-erase compatible – Write temporary notes, coordinates, routes or observations with a whiteboard marker and wipe clean.

• Compatible with Mark-It-Dots for highlighting important locations, survey sites, routes or operational zones.

• Ideal for repeated handling, field planning, vehicle dashboards, workshops, classrooms and incident control centres.

• Especially valuable for national park management, biodiversity research, catchment planning and emergency response.

📐 Map Specifications

🎯 Ideal For

• Bushwalkers & Wilderness Navigators – Terrain reference for granite outcrops, ridges, creek valleys and authorised walking routes.

• National Park & Conservation Managers – Mapping for Bald Rock and Boonoo Boonoo conservation landscapes, park access and native vegetation.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Geographical information for woodland, highland wetlands, sedgeland habitats and biodiversity monitoring.

• Geologists & Geomorphologists – Study granite weathering, rock formations, slopes and regional landform development.

• Catchment & Water Resource Managers – Terrain information for Bookookoorara Creek, tributary systems and wetland catchments.

• Rural Landowners & Property Managers – Geographical reference for rural access, drainage, terrain gradients and land management.

• Surveyors & Field Researchers – Coordinates and terrain information for preliminary investigations and professional fieldwork.

• Emergency Services – Reference for bushfire response, remote access, severe weather and search-and-rescue operations.

• Geography Students & Educators – Study granite landscapes, state borders, wetland ecology, contours and national park conservation.

📍 Official NSW Mapping Source

This map forms part of the NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series, providing authoritative geographical information about the natural and built environment of New South Wales.

View the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer

For current walking routes, visitor facilities, park alerts and access conditions, consult Bald Rock National Park and Boonoo Boonoo National Park.

For adjoining Queensland granite-country park information, consult Queensland Parks and Forests.

For local road conditions and regional services, consult Tenterfield Shire Council.

For current bushfire warnings, consult NSW Rural Fire Service, and for flooding and severe-weather emergencies, consult NSW State Emergency Service.

The Bookookoorara district includes exposed granite slopes, slippery rock surfaces, remote woodland, wetland areas and changing creek conditions. Heavy rainfall may make creek crossings hazardous, while storms, bushfires and fallen trees can affect park roads and walking tracks. Some access routes are management-only or cross private property. Their depiction on a topographic map does not establish public access rights. Always check current park alerts, road conditions, weather forecasts and fire danger ratings, and carry appropriate navigation equipment, water and emergency communication devices. Topographic maps are not substitutes for current official access information or emergency advice.

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Discover our complete collection of NSW 1:25,000 Topographic Maps, providing detailed geographical coverage across New South Wales.

For advice on contour lines, granite landforms, creek valleys and grid references, explore How to Read a Topographic Map in Australia.

For coverage immediately south of Bookookoorara, the Boonoo Boonoo 9340-3S Topographic Map extends into the neighbouring national park, Boonoo Boonoo River catchment and granite forest country.

For coverage immediately east, the Pretty Gully 9340-2N Topographic Map provides detailed mapping of the adjoining eastern border highlands and forested catchments.

For adjoining western coverage, the Wallangarra 9240-S Topographic Map 1:50,000 extends towards the western border country. Wallangarra is a 1:50,000 sheet, so its scale differs from Bookookoorara.

To the north, the sheet reaches Queensland, where the appropriate Queensland topographic series provides continuing coverage of the Granite Belt and Girraween region.

For additional regional mapping, use the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer to inspect adjacent sheet boundaries.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Bookookoorara 9340-3N Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for granite-country bushwalking, national park management, environmental research, wetland conservation, surveying, emergency services and geographical education.