QTopo 8063 — Bartle Frere

1:100,000 Topographic Map

A detailed and authoritative topographic map of the Bartle Frere region—home to Queensland’s highest peak and some of Australia’s most dramatic rainforest landscapes. Encompassing steep mountain ranges, deep gorges, fast-flowing rivers, cloud-shrouded summits, and dense Wet Tropics vegetation, this area is a cornerstone of the World Heritage–listed rainforest network and a critical zone for ecological and hydrological research.

The QTopo 8063 (Bartle Frere) map provides essential regional clarity for environmental scientists, emergency services, land managers, hikers, hydrologists, and researchers. Produced by the Queensland Department of Resources, it offers precise terrain modelling, detailed hydrology, vegetation patterns, infrastructure references, and land-tenure mapping across one of Far North Queensland’s most rugged and elevated terrains.

Whether you are planning a summit attempt, conducting fieldwork, coordinating search and rescue operations, or studying the region’s unique biogeography, this map delivers reliable and authoritative geographic information.

🗺️ Map Content and Features

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

• Contour lines showing the steep and complex topography surrounding Mount Bartle Frere, including ridgelines, escarpments, valleys, and high plateaus

• Hydrology features: Russell River, Josephine Creek, tributaries, waterfalls, drainage lines, wetlands, and catchment divides

• Roads & access routes: regional roads, trailheads, park-access tracks, plantation routes, and 4WD connectors

• Infrastructure: communication sites, ranger stations, research facilities, utilities, and rural properties at lower elevations

• Vegetation mapping: dense rainforest, wet sclerophyll forest, upland cloud forest, riparian zones, and mixed woodland

• Land tenure boundaries: national parks (including Wooroonooran NP), conservation reserves, plantation areas, and freehold parcels

• Named features: Mount Bartle Frere (North and South peaks), Broken Nose, surrounding ranges, river systems, and significant natural landmarks

• Points of interest: ideal for ecologists, search-and-rescue teams, hydrologists, surveyors, and experienced bushwalkers

All mapping is derived from Queensland’s authoritative geospatial datasets to ensure precision and consistency.

🧭 Who Uses This Map?

The Bartle Frere 8063 Topographic Map is invaluable for:

• Environmental scientists & ecologists – rainforest mapping, biodiversity surveys, watershed analysis

• Emergency services & SES – remote navigation, bush search operations, hazard identification

• Land managers & rangers – conservation planning, track management, regional assessment

• Hydrologists & climatologists – rainfall-flow modelling, river studies, high-altitude climate research

• Bushwalkers & mountaineers – summit planning, route finding, and elevation analysis

• Educators & students – tropical geomorphology, mountain climates, hydrological studies

A critical reference for scientific, operational, and recreational users.

💧 Field-Ready Print Options

Choose a finish built for steep, wet, and rugged tropical terrain:

✅ Waterproof & Tearproof Tyvek®

• Printed on DuPont™ Tyvek®

• Fully waterproof, tear-resistant, and durable in high rainfall and humid conditions

• Ideal for rainforest expeditions and mountain fieldwork

✅ Laminated Edition

• Encapsulated in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate

• Writeable surface suitable for whiteboard markers

• Resistant to moisture, mud, and repeated handling

📄 Standard Paper Edition

• High-resolution printing

• Excellent for planning, education, and office reference

📐 Map Details

Title: QTopo 8063 — Bartle Frere
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: Mount Bartle Frere, surrounding ranges, river systems, rainforest valleys, and access corridors
Material Options: Paper, laminated, or waterproof Tyvek®
Printed in: Australia
Edition: Latest available

🛒 Ordering & Options

• Folded paper map – portable and ideal for field packs

• Waterproof Tyvek® edition – rugged and built for extreme wet-weather conditions

• Laminated edition – reusable and excellent for planning boards or operational mapping

🎯 Summary

The QTopo 8063 — Bartle Frere Topographic Map provides authoritative regional-scale mapping of one of Far North Queensland’s most spectacular and scientifically important mountain regions. With precise contouring, hydrological clarity, and field-ready durability, it is indispensable for ecologists, climbers, emergency services, land managers, and researchers working in the Wet Tropics.

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