Murrurundi 9034-2N Topographic Map 1:25,000

Detailed NSW Upper Hunter & Liverpool Range Topographic Mapping | Murrurundi, Pages River, Kingdon Ponds, Towarri National Park, Burning Mountain & Historic Rural Highlands | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Historic Highlands and Mountain Valleys of Murrurundi

Discover the dramatic mountain escarpments, winding river valleys, historic country settlements and rolling pastoral landscapes of the New South Wales Upper Hunter with the Murrurundi 9034-2N Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Murrurundi, Blandford, Murulla and surrounding Liverpool Range country, this detailed map provides valuable geographical information for rural landowners, agricultural professionals, bushwalkers, conservation managers, historians, environmental researchers, surveyors and emergency services.

The Murrurundi district occupies a remarkable landscape at the northern end of the Upper Hunter Valley, where the valley floor rises sharply towards the Liverpool Range and the Great Dividing Range.

Murrurundi and the Liverpool Range

The historic township of Murrurundi lies beside the Pages River, surrounded by steep mountain slopes, wooded ridges and productive grazing country.

Its position beneath the Liverpool Range made it an important stopping point along the historic route between the Hunter Valley and the Liverpool Plains.

During the nineteenth century, the district developed around pastoral settlement, coaching routes, agriculture, railway transport and regional commerce.

The town retains a distinctive collection of historic buildings and cultural landmarks reflecting its role in the development of inland New South Wales.

The official map identifies Murrurundi, Blandford, Murulla, Pages River, Paradise Rocks and Sandy Creek, together with scattered rural properties and surrounding highland country.

The landscape provides an outstanding example of the relationship between mountain barriers, settlement patterns, transport routes and river catchments.

Pages River and Kingdon Ponds

The Pages River is one of the district's defining waterways, flowing through the Murrurundi valley as part of the wider Hunter River catchment.

Its course follows a landscape of agricultural flats, wooded riverbanks and narrow valley sections.

The river and its tributaries demonstrate how mountain rainfall, erosion, sediment deposition and drainage divides influence the development of rural landscapes.

The map also identifies Kingdon Ponds, an important drainage system associated with the northern Upper Hunter and Liverpool Range country.

Other named waterways include Murulla Creek, Wonga Creek, Halls Creek, Kellys Creek, Whelans Creek, Warlands Creek, Sandy Creek, Scotts Creek, Campbells Creek and Stony Creek.

Together, these waterways form a complex network of tributaries draining the surrounding hills and highland valleys.

Their arrangement provides valuable geographical information for catchment studies, flood assessment, rural water management and erosion control.

Towarri National Park and Mountain Forests

West of Murrurundi, Towarri National Park protects sections of the rugged forested country of the Upper Hunter hinterland.

The park contains native eucalypt forest, rocky ridges, sheltered gullies and important wildlife habitats.

Its terrain provides an interesting contrast to the cleared agricultural country surrounding the township.

The map also identifies Wingen Maid Nature Reserve, which protects additional native vegetation and distinctive mountain landscapes.

The wider Liverpool Range contains a mixture of dry eucalypt woodland, open forest, grassy hillsides and sheltered moist vegetation, with communities varying according to elevation, rainfall and soil conditions.

These habitats are important for conservation and provide valuable opportunities for studying vegetation distribution, geology, wildlife and landscape ecology.

Burning Mountain and Geological Heritage

One of the region's most unusual natural features is Burning Mountain, near Wingen, within Burning Mountain Nature Reserve.

The mountain is famous for an underground coal seam that has been slowly burning for thousands of years.

Its smouldering geological formation produces surface changes, including fissures, altered rocks and distinctive soil conditions.

The phenomenon provides a remarkable example of how geology, underground combustion and erosion can influence the surface landscape.

Burning Mountain has cultural significance for Aboriginal people and an important place in the geological history of the Hunter Valley.

The surrounding country includes Mount Wingen, Rocky Downfall Mountain, Square Mountain, Wheelihans Mountain, Mount Pleasant and Wedding Cake Peak, creating an unusually diverse collection of named landforms.

These features are particularly useful for understanding contour patterns, mountain elevations and the complex relief of the Liverpool Range.

Rural Settlement, Roads and Railways

The Murrurundi district has a longstanding association with sheep and cattle grazing, agricultural production, timber resources and inland transport.

Its surrounding country contains rural homesteads, stockyards, farm dams, agricultural buildings and winding country roads.

The New England Highway is the principal transport corridor, connecting the Upper Hunter with Tamworth and the New England Tablelands.

The Main North railway corridor is another important historical feature, demonstrating the challenges of establishing rail connections through the Liverpool Range.

The steep terrain around Murrurundi Pass influenced the development of both road and railway infrastructure.

For rural landowners and professional users, detailed mapping provides valuable context for property access, grazing management, drainage assessment, infrastructure planning and bushfire preparedness.

The district's mountainous terrain also presents challenges during heavy rainfall, severe storms and periods of restricted road access.

An Outstanding Landscape for Geographical Study

The combination of historic settlement, steep mountain ranges, river systems, agricultural valleys, native forest and unusual geology makes Murrurundi particularly valuable for geographical education.

The sheet illustrates how different natural processes combine to influence the location of towns, roads, farms and protected conservation areas.

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

Whether you're investigating rural property, studying the Pages River catchment, exploring the Liverpool Range or researching the district's pastoral and geological history, the Murrurundi 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 Murrurundi topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed 10-metre contours showing the Liverpool Range, steep escarpments, wooded ridges, rocky mountains, saddles, spurs and agricultural river valleys.

• Rivers & Waterways – Pages River, Kingdon Ponds, Murulla Creek, Wonga Creek, Halls Creek, Kellys Creek, Sandy Creek and associated tributaries.

• Roads & Tracks – New England Highway, rural connecting roads, railway corridor, property access routes and recorded national park or management tracks.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Murrurundi township, selected rural homesteads, agricultural facilities, bridges, railway infrastructure, stockyards and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Native eucalypt woodland, forested hills, riverbank vegetation, pasture, rocky escarpments and protected bushland.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Murrurundi, Blandford, Murulla, Burning Mountain, Wingen Maid, Wheelihans Mountain, Square Mountain and surrounding geographical 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 rural property inspections, mountain bushwalking, conservation surveys, catchment research 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, agricultural planning, heritage research, catchment assessment and emergency response.

📐 Map Specifications

🎯 Ideal For

• Rural Landowners & Property Managers – Detailed mapping for property access, terrain gradients, waterways and agricultural infrastructure.

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

• Bushwalkers & Nature Explorers – Geographical reference for the Liverpool Range, forested hills, national parks and authorised walking routes.

• Geologists & Geological Heritage Researchers – Mapping for Burning Mountain, mountain landforms, exposed geological features and landscape processes.

• Heritage Researchers & Historians – Geographical context for Murrurundi's historic settlement, coaching roads, railway infrastructure and agricultural development.

• National Park & Conservation Managers – Terrain information for Towarri National Park, Wingen Maid Nature Reserve and surrounding protected bushland.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Mapping for native woodland, riparian vegetation, biodiversity and catchment research.

• Catchment & Water Resource Managers – Geographical information for Pages River, Kingdon Ponds, erosion studies and drainage systems.

• Surveyors & Civil Engineers – Terrain information for preliminary rural road, railway and infrastructure investigations.

• Emergency Services – Geographical reference for bushfires, flooding, mountain access and search-and-rescue operations.

• Geography Students & Educators – Study mountains, river systems, geological processes, historic settlement and agricultural land use.

📍 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 roads, rural planning, heritage information and community services, consult Upper Hunter Shire Council.

For information about the Liverpool Range landscape, visitor access and conservation management, consult NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

For information about the district's unusual geological formation, consult Burning Mountain Nature Reserve.

For information about protected native forest and mountain terrain, consult Towarri National Park.

For catchment and agricultural land management, consult NSW Local Land Services.

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 Murrurundi district contains steep mountain slopes, rocky escarpments, flood-prone river flats, grazing properties and winding country roads subject to changing conditions. Heavy rainfall can cause rises in Pages River and local tributaries, erosion and flooding of low-level crossings. Severe storms, bushfires, fallen trees and winter frost may affect mountain roads and access tracks. Burning Mountain contains unstable ground, fissures and potentially hazardous areas associated with the underground coal seam; remain on authorised walking tracks and follow national park advice. Some mapped roads and tracks cross private property or protected conservation land and do not establish public access rights. Always check current road conditions, weather forecasts, flood warnings, park alerts and fire danger ratings, respect property boundaries and carry suitable navigation and emergency communication equipment. Topographic maps are not substitutes for cadastral surveys, engineering plans, official flood studies or current emergency advice.

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For coverage immediately south, the Parkville 9034-2S Topographic Map extends across neighbouring Upper Hunter farmland, waterways and rural hill country.

For geographical coverage immediately west, the Towarri 9034-3N Topographic Map provides detailed mapping of adjoining mountain ranges and the Towarri National Park district.

For additional coverage immediately east, the Timor 9134-3N Topographic Map extends across neighbouring Upper Hunter countryside and eastern Liverpool Range catchments.

For broader geographical coverage of Murrurundi, Pages River, the Liverpool Range, Towarri National Park and Burning Mountain, use the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer to inspect surrounding sheet boundaries.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Murrurundi 9034-2N Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for rural property management, agriculture, bushwalking, geological research, heritage studies, conservation, catchment assessment, surveying, emergency services and geographical education.