Burraga 8830-3S Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW Central Tablelands Topographic Mapping | Burraga, Isabella River, Buckburraga Creek, Swatchfield Creek, Mount Toole, Historic Copper Mines & Rural Forested Highlands | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Historic Mining Country and Forested Highlands of Burraga

Discover the rugged forested hills, winding creek valleys, historic mining landscapes and picturesque grazing country of the New South Wales Central Tablelands with the Burraga 8830-3S Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Burraga and its surrounding highland country southwest of Oberon, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for rural landowners, bushwalkers, environmental researchers, forestry professionals, geological investigators, surveyors and emergency services.

The Burraga district occupies a distinctive landscape where rolling agricultural country meets wooded ridges, granite and sedimentary uplands, and the extensive river catchments of the southern Central Tablelands.

The map provides geographical coverage relevant to Burraga, Isabella, the Isabella River, Buckburraga Creek, Swatchfield Creek, Mount Toole, Truscotts Flat and surrounding rural and forested country.

The historic village of Burraga lies within a landscape shaped by pastoral settlement, mineral exploration, copper mining and timber production.

Burraga became an important mining settlement during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, with the discovery and development of significant copper deposits in the surrounding hills.

The Burraga Copper Mine, also historically known as Lloyd's or the Lloyd Copper Mine, was one of the district's most important industrial operations.

Mining activity created a distinctive landscape of workings, access tracks and associated settlement infrastructure, contributing significantly to the area's economic and social history.

Today, the former mining district provides an interesting setting for studying the relationship between geology, mineral resources, historic land use and rural settlement.

The nearby Isabella district forms part of the broader rural highlands, where grazing properties, wooded slopes and winding roads occupy the elevated country.

The Isabella River is one of the area's important waterways, draining upland country through a network of smaller tributaries and creek valleys.

Its course illustrates the relationship between rainfall, terrain gradients, water erosion and catchment development.

Other waterways identified on the Burraga sheet include Buckburraga Creek, Swatchfield Creek, Hackney Creek, Thompsons Creek, Boiler Creek, Dairy Station Creek, Walbrook Creek and Knapsack Creek.

The map also identifies Corrobee Creek, Gibneys Creek, Paling Yards Creek, Wild Horse Creek and Two Mile Creek, together with smaller drainage lines and seasonal watercourses.

These branching systems demonstrate how the area's ridgelines, slopes and geological formations influence the movement of water across the landscape.

Swatchfield Creek and its associated tributaries provide useful geographical reference points for examining valley formation and the network of agricultural and forest catchments.

Buckburraga Creek is another important feature within the local drainage landscape, connecting wooded hills and rural valleys.

The region's prominent landforms include Mount Toole and Toole Mountain, where elevated ridges and forested slopes provide a contrast to the lower grazing country.

Other local geographical features include Golden Gully, Dead Horse Gully, Lone Pine Valley, Truscotts Flat, Native Dog Springs Creek and Sanchos Hole.

These distinctive place names reflect the history of rural occupation, gold prospecting, mining and exploration across the Central Tablelands.

The surrounding countryside contains extensive areas of native eucalypt forest, dry woodland, creekside vegetation and grazing properties, with vegetation patterns influenced by elevation, rainfall and soil conditions.

The wider district is associated with Mount David State Forest, adding to the region's network of managed forest country and rural highland landscapes.

The region's road network connects Burraga with Oberon, Rockley, Black Springs, Isabella and surrounding rural communities.

Local routes include Burraga and Isabella district roads, rural property access tracks, historic mining routes and recorded forestry management roads.

The district's cool highland climate brings winter frosts, occasional snowfall, fog and icy conditions, while summer can bring high fire danger and severe thunderstorms.

The combination of historic mining sites, forested highlands, agricultural properties and complex creek systems makes Burraga particularly valuable for land management, geological research, environmental assessment and geographical education.

At 1:25,000 scale (1cm = 250 metres), the map provides detailed elevation contours, waterways, roads, tracks, buildings, vegetation and geographical reference information for interpreting this varied landscape.

Whether you're investigating rural property, researching Burraga's mining heritage, studying local catchments or undertaking professional fieldwork, the Burraga 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 Burraga topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed terrain information showing rolling highland hills, forested ridges, steep slopes, narrow spurs, saddles, creek gullies and rural valleys.

• Rivers & Waterways – Isabella River, Buckburraga Creek, Swatchfield Creek, Hackney Creek, Thompsons Creek, Boiler Creek, Walbrook Creek and associated tributaries and drainage systems.

• Roads & Tracks – Rural connecting roads, property access routes, recorded forest management roads, historical mining tracks and other mapped routes.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Selected village buildings, rural homesteads, agricultural structures, roads, crossings and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Native eucalypt forest, wooded hills, rural grazing country, creekside vegetation, sheltered gullies and agricultural clearings.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Burraga, Isabella, Mount Toole, Truscotts Flat, Golden Gully, Lone Pine Valley and surrounding geographical features.

• Grid References – Coordinates and geographical reference information for map-and-compass navigation, GPS interpretation, surveying 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, 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 rural property inspections, forest exploration, geological fieldwork, conservation surveys 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 rural property management, geological investigations, forestry operations and emergency response.

📐 Map Specifications

🎯 Ideal For

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

• Agricultural Professionals & Graziers – Mapping for grazing properties, pasture planning, rural infrastructure, erosion assessment and water management.

• Geologists & Mining Heritage Researchers – Terrain information for Burraga's historic copper-mining landscape, geological landforms, historic access routes and preliminary research.

• Forestry Professionals & Land Managers – Mapping for forest roads, native vegetation, management access and bushfire preparedness.

• Bushwalkers & Nature Explorers – Detailed geographical information for wooded ridges, creek valleys, highland terrain and authorised recreational routes.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Geographical information for native forest studies, rural catchments, riparian habitats and biodiversity monitoring.

• Catchment & Water Resource Managers – Mapping for the Isabella River system, tributary networks, drainage assessment, erosion studies and waterway rehabilitation.

• Surveyors & Civil Engineers – Terrain information for preliminary site investigations, rural road planning, drainage studies and professional fieldwork.

• Emergency Services – Geographical reference for bushfires, severe winter weather, local flooding, rural property access and search-and-rescue operations.

• Geography Students & Educators – Explore the relationship between geology, mineral resources, rural settlement, agriculture, forest ecosystems and river catchments.

📍 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 local road conditions, rural planning, property information and community services, consult Oberon Council.

For information about historic mining, mineral resources and geological records, consult Geological Survey of NSW.

For information about state forest access, management operations and temporary closures, consult Forestry Corporation of NSW.

For current bushfire information, fire danger ratings and emergency warnings, consult NSW Rural Fire Service.

For flood warnings, severe weather information and emergency planning, consult NSW State Emergency Service.

The Burraga district contains rural grazing properties, historic mine workings, forested hills, creek crossings and unsealed access roads subject to changing conditions. Heavy rainfall can cause rapid rises in local waterways, erosion, slippery crossings and damage to rural roads. Winter frosts, snow, ice and fog may affect elevated routes, while bushfires and fallen trees can restrict access to wooded areas. Historic mining sites may contain unstable ground, concealed shafts, contaminated materials or restricted areas and should not be entered without authorisation. Some mapped routes cross private property or managed forest land; their appearance on a topographic map does not establish public access rights. Always check current weather forecasts, road conditions, flood warnings, fire danger ratings and land-access restrictions, respect property boundaries and carry appropriate navigation and emergency communication equipment. Topographic maps are not substitutes for cadastral surveys, official mine safety information, engineering surveys or current emergency advice.

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For practical advice on interpreting contour lines, identifying ridges and creek valleys, understanding grid references and navigating Australian landscapes, explore our guide to How to Read a Topographic Map in Australia.

For geographical coverage north of Burraga, the Mount David 8830-3N Topographic Map provides neighbouring mapping of additional Central Tablelands highland country, forests and rural catchments.

For coverage east of Burraga, the Shooters Hill 8830-2S Topographic Map extends across the elevated forests and mountain landscapes of the Oberon high country.

For additional regional coverage south of Burraga, the Arkstone 8829-4N Topographic Map provides mapping of further rural valleys and the southern Central Tablelands. Its precise adjoining boundary should be confirmed against the Burraga sheet's printed index.

For wider coverage towards Rockley, Oberon and the Abercrombie River catchment, consult the official NSW topographic index to select the appropriate neighbouring sheets.

For extended coverage of Burraga, Isabella River, the historic mining district, Mount Toole and the surrounding forested highlands, use the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer to identify further neighbouring sheets and confirm their boundaries.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Burraga 8830-3S Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for rural property management, agriculture, geological research, mining heritage studies, forestry, environmental assessment, catchment conservation, surveying, emergency services and geographical education.