Kemps Pinnacle 9335-1N Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW Oxley Wild Rivers & Macleay Hinterland Topographic Mapping | Kemps Pinnacle, Youdales Hut, Kunderang Brook, Forbes River, Spokes Mountain & World Heritage Wilderness | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Rugged Mountain Gorges and Wilderness of Kemps Pinnacle

Discover the towering forested ranges, deeply incised river valleys, remote mountain tracks and extraordinary wilderness landscapes of northern New South Wales with the Kemps Pinnacle 9335-1N Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering the rugged country between the New England Tablelands and the Macleay River hinterland, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for experienced bushwalkers, four-wheel-drive travellers, conservation managers, environmental researchers, surveyors and emergency services.

The Kemps Pinnacle district lies within one of the most spectacular landscapes of the Great Dividing Range, where elevated mountain plateaus descend into steep river gorges, narrow spurs, rocky escarpments and densely wooded valleys.

Kemps Pinnacle and the Mountain Ranges

One of the defining landmarks is Kemps Pinnacle, a prominent elevated feature surrounded by rugged forested country.

The surrounding terrain includes Spokes Mountain, Double Head, Flat Top Mountain and Spokes Lookout, providing distinctive geographical reference points across the mountain ranges.

Spokes Mountain, rising to approximately 1,231 metres, stands among the more elevated features of the district.

The contrast between these high ridges and the deeply incised creek valleys below illustrates the extraordinary relief of the eastern New England escarpment.

The map's detailed contours reveal steep slopes, saddles, mountain spurs, drainage divides and narrow valley floors, making it especially useful for terrain interpretation and wilderness navigation.

Youdales Hut and Historic Pastoral Country

An important historical feature of the district is Youdales Hut, situated within the rugged wilderness country of Oxley Wild Rivers National Park.

The hut reflects the history of pastoral settlement in remote mountain valleys, where cattle grazing and stock movement once formed an important part of the regional economy.

The surrounding Youdales Trail and Kunderang Trail provide geographical context for the difficult access routes historically used to reach this country.

The hut and its surrounding camping area are recognised features of the wider national park landscape.

Access arrangements are strictly managed, and travellers should check current NSW National Parks requirements before planning a visit.

The preservation of these historic sites helps illustrate the relationship between early pastoral activity, mountain geography and the challenges of isolated settlement.

Kunderang Brook and Forbes River Catchments

The sheet includes the Forbes River and Kunderang Brook, together with an intricate network of mountain tributaries.

These waterways descend through narrow forested valleys, forming part of the wider Macleay River drainage system.

The map identifies named creeks including Coachwood Creek, Limestone Creek, Pigsty Creek, Toorumbee Creek, Dingo Creek, Hell Creek, Pinnacle Creek, McCoys Creek, Kemps Creek and Parrabel Creek.

Additional waterways and gullies include Surveyors Creek, Telepyre Creek, Bull Creek, Stockyard Creek, Outside Creek, Middle Creek, Threadneedle Creek and Peach Tree Gully.

Their branching patterns provide excellent examples of how mountain rainfall, geological structure, erosion and drainage divides shape rugged country.

The network of ridges and tributaries is particularly significant for understanding river catchments and identifying difficult terrain during remote-area travel.

Werrikimbe and Oxley Wild Rivers National Parks

The map contains sections of Werrikimbe National Park and Oxley Wild Rivers National Park, two of northern New South Wales' most important conservation landscapes.

These parks form part of a broader network protecting the ancient forests, rugged gorges and biodiversity of the eastern New England ranges.

Werrikimbe National Park protects outstanding forest and rainforest environments, including vegetation communities associated with the Gondwana Rainforests of Australia World Heritage Area.

Oxley Wild Rivers National Park is renowned for its deeply dissected river systems, dramatic escarpments and remote wilderness valleys.

Both parks support native wildlife and important ecological communities, with vegetation ranging from wet eucalypt forest and sheltered rainforest to drier woodland on exposed ridges.

The landscape is particularly valuable for studying mountain ecology, river erosion, catchment conservation and protected-area management.

Willi Willi, Kumbatine and The Castles

The eastern and southern parts of the map include country associated with Willi Willi National Park, Kumbatine National Park and The Castles Nature Reserve.

These protected landscapes extend the region's conservation significance across the forested ranges of the upper Macleay hinterland.

The complex relief includes steep wooded slopes, narrow valleys and isolated mountain ridges.

Several named viewpoints, including Spokes Lookout and McCoys Lookout, provide geographical reference points within the rugged highlands.

These conservation areas help maintain native vegetation corridors and protect important mountain catchments.

Forest Tracks and Remote-Area Navigation

The official map identifies routes including Kunderang Trail, Youdales Trail, Racecourse Trail and other management and four-wheel-drive tracks.

These roads pass through steep mountain country where river crossings, erosion, fallen trees and seasonal weather can significantly affect access.

Many routes are subject to national park permits, locked gates, vehicle restrictions or temporary closures.

The combination of difficult terrain and limited communications makes accurate topographic mapping particularly important.

For field researchers, the map provides useful reference information for vegetation surveys, river catchment studies, wildlife monitoring, terrain assessment and conservation operations.

For experienced outdoor travellers, it helps reveal the relationship between ridgelines, creek systems, road alignments and potential access barriers.

At 1:25,000 scale (1cm = 250 metres), the map provides detailed elevation contours, waterways, roads, tracks, vegetation, geographical features and coordinate references.

Whether you're researching Kemps Pinnacle, investigating the Forbes River catchment, studying World Heritage forest or planning authorised travel towards Youdales Hut, this 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 Kemps Pinnacle topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed 10-metre contours showing Kemps Pinnacle, Spokes Mountain, Double Head, forested ridges, steep gorges, mountain spurs, saddles and deeply incised valleys.

• Rivers & Waterways – Forbes River, Kunderang Brook, Coachwood Creek, Toorumbee Creek, Kemps Creek, Pinnacle Creek, McCoys Creek and associated mountain tributaries.

• Roads & Tracks – Kunderang Trail, Youdales Trail, Racecourse Trail and recorded mountain management and four-wheel-drive routes.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Youdales Hut, designated camping features, selected rural or park structures, creek crossings and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Native eucalypt forest, rainforest gullies, mountain woodland, rocky escarpments, forested ridges and protected wilderness.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Kemps Pinnacle, Youdales Hut, Spokes Mountain, Double Head, Flat Top Mountain, Spokes Lookout and surrounding features.

• Grid References – Coordinates and geographical 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 remote bushwalking, four-wheel-drive navigation, rainforest 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 national park management, conservation planning, operational mapping and emergency response.

📐 Map Specifications

🎯 Ideal For

• Experienced Bushwalkers & Wilderness Navigators – Detailed mapping for steep ridges, deep river gorges, remote creek systems and authorised wilderness routes.

• Four-Wheel-Drive Enthusiasts – Geographical reference for Youdales Trail and other recorded mountain tracks, subject to current permits and access restrictions.

• National Park & Conservation Managers – Terrain information for protected wilderness, access management, ecological surveys and conservation planning.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Mapping for rainforest habitats, native forest ecosystems, wildlife research and biodiversity monitoring.

• Catchment & Water Resource Managers – Reference for Forbes River, Kunderang Brook and mountain tributary catchments.

• Geologists & Geomorphologists – Study mountain ridges, deep gorges, stream erosion and landscape development.

• Historical & Heritage Researchers – Geographical context for Youdales Hut and historic pastoral settlement in the mountain valleys.

• Forestry Professionals & Land Managers – Terrain reference for forest management routes, vegetation assessment and bushfire preparedness.

• Surveyors & Field Researchers – Mapping for coordinates, terrain interpretation and professional investigations.

• Emergency Services & Search-and-Rescue Teams – Geographical information for difficult terrain, bushfire response, remote-area access and operational planning.

• Geography Students & Educators – Explore contour interpretation, World Heritage forests, river catchments, protected wilderness and rural history.

📍 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 national park access, protected wilderness, visitor facilities, road closures and conservation management, consult Oxley Wild Rivers National Park.

For further information about World Heritage forest, conservation management and visitor access, consult Werrikimbe National Park.

For information about Youdales Hut and its access conditions, consult the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

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

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

The Kemps Pinnacle district contains extremely steep mountain terrain, remote river crossings, deeply forested valleys, rocky escarpments and restricted management tracks subject to changing conditions. Heavy rainfall can cause rapid rises in rivers and creeks, making crossings hazardous or impassable. Fallen trees, erosion, bushfires and park management activities may restrict roads and trails. Some routes require specific vehicle permits or are closed to general access. Mobile telephone coverage is unreliable across much of the wilderness. Always check current national park alerts, permit requirements, road conditions, weather forecasts, river levels and fire danger ratings, respect conservation restrictions and carry suitable navigation, water, recovery and emergency communication equipment. Topographic maps are not substitutes for current official access information or emergency advice.

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For practical advice on interpreting contour lines, ridges, creek valleys and map grid references, explore How to Read a Topographic Map in Australia.

For geographical coverage immediately north of Kemps Pinnacle, the Green Gully 9335-4N Topographic Map provides mapping of adjoining Oxley Wild Rivers wilderness, deeply dissected valleys and mountain forests.

For coverage immediately south, the Banda Banda 9335-1S Topographic Map extends across neighbouring forested mountain ranges and the Banda Banda highlands.

For geographical coverage immediately west, the Kangaroo Flat 9335-4S Topographic Map covers adjoining western mountain valleys and rugged high-country terrain.

For additional coverage immediately east, the Sherwood 9435-4N Topographic Map extends across neighbouring protected forests and eastern mountain catchments.

For wider geographical coverage of Kemps Pinnacle, Youdales Hut, Werrikimbe National Park, Oxley Wild Rivers National Park and the upper Macleay hinterland, consult the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer to identify additional sheets.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Kemps Pinnacle 9335-1N Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for wilderness navigation, four-wheel-drive touring, conservation management, environmental research, surveying, emergency services and geographical education.