QTopo 8064 — Cairns

1:100,000 Topographic Map

A comprehensive and authoritative topographic map of the Cairns region—one of Far North Queensland’s most dynamic and diverse landscapes. Encompassing coastal plains, mangrove systems, the Coral Sea foreshore, rainforest-clad ranges, river valleys, agricultural lands, and major urban infrastructure, this sheet captures the full geographic complexity of the Cairns district.

The QTopo 8064 (Cairns) map provides essential regional insight for emergency planning, environmental assessment, tourism operations, land management, infrastructure development, education, and outdoor exploration. Produced by the Queensland Department of Resources, it offers precise terrain modelling, detailed hydrology, vegetation mapping, transport networks, and land-tenure boundaries across both natural and developed environments.

Whether you are coordinating flood-response strategies, planning new development, undertaking ecological fieldwork, or exploring the region’s mountain trails and coastal features, this map delivers accurate and authoritative geographic detail.

🗺️ Map Content and Features

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

• Contour lines illustrating coastal plains, foothills, steep rainforest escarpments, high ranges, and valley systems

• Hydrology features: Barron River, Trinity Inlet, creeks, wetlands, drainage systems, and floodplain structures

• Roads & access routes: Bruce Highway, Captain Cook Highway, regional and suburban road networks, forest tracks, and remote connectors

• Infrastructure: Cairns CBD, airport, port facilities, sugarcane rail networks, rural townships, communication towers, and utilities

• Vegetation mapping: rainforest, mangroves, woodland, agricultural cropping, riparian corridors, and conservation zones

• Land tenure boundaries: national parks, reserves, state forests, production lands, freehold areas, and urban parcels

• Named features: Cairns, Mulgrave River systems, Kuranda Range, Lamb Range, Trinity Bay, coastal headlands, and key natural landmarks

• Points of interest: essential for planners, ecologists, surveyors, emergency managers, and travellers

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

🧭 Who Uses This Map?

The Cairns 8064 Topographic Map is essential for:

• Urban & regional planners – infrastructure planning, zoning, flood modelling

• Environmental scientists & ecologists – habitat studies, vegetation mapping, watershed research

• Emergency services & SES – cyclone-response routes, flood mitigation, evacuations, terrain navigation

• Surveyors & engineers – terrain analysis for development and project planning

• Tourism operators & adventurers – navigating trails, scenic lookouts, mountain access, and coastal routes

• Educators & students – geography, hydrology, environmental science, and landform interpretation

A vital reference for operational, environmental, and recreational purposes.

💧 Field-Ready Print Options

Choose the finish suited to coastal, rainforest, and high-rainfall environments:

✅ Waterproof & Tearproof Tyvek®

• Printed on DuPont™ Tyvek®

• Fully waterproof, tear-resistant, and robust in tropical humidity and wet-season conditions

• Ideal for outdoor fieldwork and emergency operations

✅ Laminated Edition

• Encapsulated in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate

• Writeable surface for whiteboard markers

• Durable, moisture-resistant, and ideal for repeated use

📄 Standard Paper Edition

• Crisp, high-resolution print

• Ideal for planning, classroom use, and office reference

📐 Map Details

Title: QTopo 8064 — Cairns
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: Cairns CBD, Barron and Mulgrave river systems, coastal areas, rainforest ranges, agricultural plains, and surrounding communities
Material Options: Paper, laminated, or waterproof Tyvek®
Printed in: Australia
Edition: Latest available

🛒 Ordering & Options

• Folded paper map – compact and convenient

• Waterproof Tyvek® edition – rugged and ideal for field deployments

• Laminated edition – reusable and perfect for planning or operational coordination

🎯 Summary

The QTopo 8064 — Cairns Topographic Map provides authoritative, wide-area mapping of one of Queensland’s most environmentally and economically significant regions. With detailed hydrology, terrain information, and robust print options, it is indispensable for planners, ecologists, surveyors, emergency responders, and travellers exploring the Cairns district.

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