Wallangarra 9240-S Topographic Map 1:50,000

Detailed NSW–Queensland Border & Granite Belt Topographic Mapping | Wallangarra, Jennings, Girraween National Park, Sundown National Park, Ballandean, Donnybrook State Forest & New England Granite Highlands | Paper, Waterproof Tyvek® & Laminated

🏞️ Explore the Granite Belt and Border Highlands of Wallangarra

Discover the spectacular granite mountains, rocky outcrops, forested valleys and historic border settlements of northern New South Wales and southern Queensland with the Wallangarra 9240-S Topographic Map, sourced from the official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Series.

Covering Wallangarra, Jennings and the surrounding Granite Belt, this detailed 1:50,000 topographic map provides valuable geographical information for bushwalkers, 4WD travellers, rural landowners, environmental researchers, surveyors, conservation managers and emergency services.

Wallangarra and the NSW–Queensland Border

Wallangarra occupies a historic position on the New South Wales–Queensland border, where the elevated Granite Belt connects with the New England Tablelands.

The adjoining settlement of Jennings forms part of a distinctive interstate community surrounded by wooded hills, rural properties and rocky granite landscapes.

Wallangarra developed as an important railway interchange, reflecting the historical differences between the Queensland and New South Wales railway systems.

Girraween National Park and Granite Landscapes

Girraween National Park is renowned for its extraordinary granite boulders, exposed rock formations, mountain ridges and native woodland.

Prominent regional landmarks include The Pyramid, Castle Rock, Mount Norman and the Granite Arch.

These features demonstrate the influence of granite weathering, jointing, erosion and exfoliation on the development of the Granite Belt landscape.

The park provides outstanding opportunities for bushwalking, geological research, nature photography and ecological study.

Sundown National Park and Rugged Wilderness

Sundown National Park protects a contrasting landscape of steep rocky gorges, remote mountain ridges, dry woodland and rugged river valleys.

The park's remote terrain and limited access routes make topographic mapping especially useful for 4WD touring, wilderness navigation and conservation fieldwork.

Its deeply dissected landscape illustrates the relationship between geological structures, drainage systems and long-term erosion.

Ballandean and the Southern Granite Belt

North of Wallangarra, Ballandean occupies productive highland country recognised for its vineyards, orchards, grazing properties and cool-climate agriculture.

The surrounding landscape contains rolling granite hills, creek valleys, agricultural clearings and forested ridges.

The region demonstrates how elevation, soils, drainage and climate influence agricultural development and rural settlement.

Donnybrook State Forest and Native Vegetation

Donnybrook State Forest and surrounding wooded country contain native eucalypt forests, rocky slopes, sheltered gullies and varied woodland habitats.

These environments provide important geographical context for forest management, biodiversity conservation, catchment research and bushfire planning.

Border Navigation and Field Exploration

The wider district includes mountain roads, rural access tracks, creek crossings and interstate transport connections.

At 1:50,000 scale (1cm = 500 metres), the map provides an excellent regional perspective on elevation, ridgelines, waterways, road networks and protected landscapes.

Whether exploring Wallangarra's railway heritage, navigating Girraween's granite country, investigating Sundown's rugged terrain or undertaking professional fieldwork, this map provides a valuable geographical reference.

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

🗺️ Map Content & Features

The Wallangarra topographic map includes:

• Contours & Elevation – Detailed terrain information showing granite mountains, exposed rocky ridges, forested slopes, saddles, spurs, steep valleys and drainage depressions.

• Rivers & Waterways – Mountain creeks, seasonal waterways, tributary systems and regional catchments, including drainage associated with the Granite Belt and border highlands.

• Roads & Tracks – New England Highway, rural access roads, national park routes, forestry tracks, recorded 4WD trails and management roads where mapped.

• Buildings & Infrastructure – Selected rural homesteads, township buildings, railway infrastructure, road crossings, agricultural structures and geographical reference points.

• Vegetation & Landforms – Granite woodland, eucalypt forest, rocky outcrops, rural grazing land, vineyards, sheltered creek valleys and protected forest environments.

• Place Names & Landmarks – Wallangarra, Jennings, Ballandean, Girraween National Park, Sundown National Park, Donnybrook State Forest and surrounding border-country features.

• Grid References – Coordinates and map grid information for regional 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, 4WD travellers, 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 Belt bushwalking, Girraween exploration, 4WD touring, conservation surveys and remote field 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 Girraween granite formations, mountain ridges, forested valleys and authorised walking routes.

• 4WD Travellers & Outdoor Explorers – Regional mapping for rural roads, remote park access, mountain tracks and border-country touring.

• National Park & Conservation Managers – Mapping for Girraween, Sundown and surrounding protected landscapes, including park access and native vegetation.

• Environmental Scientists & Ecologists – Geographical information for granite woodland, native forest, creek systems and biodiversity monitoring.

• Geologists & Geomorphologists – Study granite weathering, rock formations, mountain slopes, stream erosion and regional landscape development.

• Catchment & Water Resource Managers – Terrain information for mountain drainage systems, regional catchments and protected waterways.

• Rural Landowners & Property Managers – Geographical reference for grazing properties, vineyards, rural roads, drainage, terrain gradients and land management.

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

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

• Geography Students & Educators – Study granite landscapes, state borders, protected ecosystems, historic transport corridors and regional topography.

📍 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 and, for this border sheet, adjoining Queensland.

View the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer

For current walking routes, visitor facilities, park alerts and access conditions, consult Queensland Parks and Forests and NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.

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

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

For Queensland emergency information, consult Queensland Fire Department and Queensland Disaster Management.

Important Navigation & Safety Information: The Wallangarra district includes exposed granite slopes, slippery rock surfaces, remote woodland, steep mountain tracks, creek crossings and isolated national park roads.

Heavy rainfall may cause flash flooding, dangerous creek crossings and slippery granite surfaces, while bushfires, storms and fallen trees can affect forest roads and walking routes.

Parts of Girraween and Sundown national parks contain remote terrain where mobile phone coverage may be unreliable. Some roads and tracks are management-only, seasonally restricted 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, fire danger ratings and interstate access requirements, and carry suitable navigation equipment, water and emergency communication devices.

Topographic maps are not substitutes for current official access information, detailed cadastral surveys or emergency advice.

🌏 Explore More with Mapworld

Discover our complete collection of NSW 1:50,000 Topographic Maps, providing detailed regional coverage across New South Wales.

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

For more detailed mapping around Wallangarra itself, explore the Wallangarra QTopo 9240-22 Topographic Map 1:25,000, produced from Queensland mapping data. This provides greater local detail at a different scale and is not a separate adjoining 1:50,000 sheet.

For regional exploration east of Wallangarra, the Bookookoorara 9340-3N Topographic Map 1:25,000 provides additional mapping of the Bald Rock conservation landscape, granite outcrops and forested border highlands. It is a regional companion map at a larger scale, rather than an independently verified direct adjoining 1:50,000 sheet.

For further coverage of the Granite Belt, Girraween National Park and Ballandean, consult the appropriate Queensland topographic series.

For detailed navigation within Sundown National Park, consult the appropriate park mapping, current access information and Queensland topographic sheets.

For adjoining-sheet identification, use the Official NSW Spatial Services Topographic Map Viewer and the Mapworld Topographic Map Indexes to inspect the sheet boundaries and select appropriate neighbouring coverage.

Professionally printed by Mapworld, the Wallangarra 9240-S Topographic Map combines authoritative NSW Spatial Services mapping with premium material options, making it an excellent resource for Granite Belt bushwalking, Girraween exploration, 4WD touring, national park management, environmental research, rural property planning, surveying, emergency services and geographical education.