QTopo 9340 — Drake

1:100,000 Topographic Map

A detailed and authoritative topographic map covering the rugged Drake region—an area defined by forested ranges, steep valleys, winding rivers, and remote bushland along the Queensland–New South Wales border. Known for its striking natural landscapes, historic goldfields, and expansive state forests, the Drake district is a vital geographic reference point for forestry, fire management, ecological studies, outdoor recreation, and rural land use.

The QTopo 9340 (Drake) sheet delivers accurate regional-scale mapping essential for environmental assessment, emergency response, land management, geological exploration, and bush navigation. Produced by the Queensland Department of Resources, it features precise terrain modelling, hydrological networks, vegetation patterns, access routes, and land-tenure boundaries across challenging and varied terrain.

Whether you’re planning remote fieldwork, assessing fire trails, exploring forest tracks, or studying river catchments, this map provides the clarity and dependability required for confident navigation.

🗺️ Map Content and Features

At 1:100,000 scale — where 1 cm = 1 km — the map includes:

• Contour lines depicting steep ranges, ridgelines, escarpments, valleys, and rolling uplands

• Hydrology features: Clarence River tributaries, deep gullies, drainage lines, seasonal creeks, and headwater catchments

• Roads & access routes: regional roads, forestry tracks, 4WD routes, national park access corridors, and rural connectors

• Infrastructure: rural homesteads, communication towers, service facilities, boundary markers, and minor settlements

• Vegetation mapping: state forest, dry woodland, riparian corridors, native bushland, cleared rural areas

• Land tenure boundaries: national parks, state forests, private land, and reserve areas

• Named features: Rocky River, forested ranges, historic mining areas, prominent peaks, and key river systems

• Points of interest: essential for surveyors, ecologists, emergency services, forestry workers, and adventurers

All data originates from Queensland’s authoritative geospatial datasets.

🧭 Who Uses This Map?

The Drake 9340 Topographic Map is ideal for:

• Forestry & land managers – track networks, boundary referencing, compartment planning

• Emergency services & fire crews – hazard identification, bushfire navigation, incident coordination

• Geologists & prospectors – terrain analysis, geological feature identification, mineral field exploration

• Environmental scientists – habitat mapping, waterway assessments, biodiversity studies

• 4WD drivers, hunters & bushwalkers – navigating remote forest systems and rugged bushland

• Educators & students – learning regional geomorphology, hydrology, and land-use patterns

A vital resource for anyone working in or exploring remote inland terrain.

💧 Field-Ready Print Options

Choose the finish best suited to rugged bush and forest environments:

✅ Waterproof & Tearproof Tyvek®

• Printed on DuPont™ Tyvek®

• Fully waterproof, tear-resistant, and extremely hard-wearing

• Perfect for demanding outdoor fieldwork

✅ Laminated Edition

• Encapsulated in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate

• Writeable surface suitable for whiteboard markers

• Durable and resistant to moisture, dust, and repeated handling

📄 Standard Paper Edition

• Crisp, high-resolution print

• Ideal for office planning, educational use, and documentation

📐 Map Details

Title: QTopo 9340 — Drake
Publisher: Queensland Department of Resources
Series: QTopo 1:100,000
Scale: 1:100,000 (1 cm = 1 km)
Dimensions: 710 mm (width) × 594 mm (height)
Coverage: Drake district, forested ranges, river systems, rural lands, and cross-border terrain
Material Options: Paper, laminated, or waterproof Tyvek®
Printed in: Australia
Edition: Latest available

🛒 Ordering & Options

• Folded paper map — compact and easy to transport

• Waterproof Tyvek® edition — rugged and ideal for remote fieldwork

• Laminated edition — reusable and perfect for planning boards

🎯 Summary

The QTopo 9340 — Drake Topographic Map offers authoritative and wide-area mapping of one of the region’s most rugged and environmentally significant landscapes. With detailed terrain modelling, hydrology clarity, and durable print formats, it is indispensable for forestry, emergency services, surveyors, ecologists, and outdoor explorers.

Plan with purpose.
Navigate with confidence.
Explore with clarity.