Topo maps

[slow reflection]

Iis there any options to get USGS topo map detail on a gps? I started using ONX maps in my Garmin gps. I can’t stand that the entire national forest is green. There is no vegetation color relief, no way of knowing where the meadows are. I then tried my phone, this would be great if I had cell service. Without cell service I find that you can’t download enough high detail maps to cover a large area. So I then purchased Garmin 24k topo thinking 24k would get me the detail I am seeking. Wrong again. Do I need to go back to paper maps or is there an option I don’t know about. I want the state of Wyoming in USGS 24k topo quality on one chip. Thanks for your help.

 

[jolemons]

Gaia app can do it

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[journeyman713]

Garmin sells a 100k version.
I used it for my Canada trips, creeks no bigger than a sidewalk were clearly marked.

 

[PJG]

Maybe try this http://caltopo.com/.

 

[Rokwiia]

Another thumbs up for CalTopo. I have used it for many years and it is excellent. You can select the exact area you want and print it out. I also have it and Gaia on my phone.

 

[Low_Sky]

Gaia GPS app on your smartphone. Download as many layers as you need or your phone can hold. Topo maps, satellite imagery, hybrids, slope angle shading, all kinds of stuff.

 

[slow reflection]

Thanks for all your input. I have decided to try Garmin huntveiw . After talking to Garmin they claim hunt view has similar maps to USGS 24k maps that show vegetation as different colors. Plus I understand it has some sort of satellite imagery also. One chip covers the entire state. I have found that both my OnX and BaseMap apps on my phone suck for hunting large areas with out cell service. You simply cannot download high detailed maps for a big enough are. When I can download the entire state I will try the phone app again.

 

[USMC22]

@slow reflection how are the Garmin Huntview Plus maps? Thinking about getting them

 

[wyelkhunter]

you can download usgs 24k maps on GAIA gps on a phone. How big of an area are you trying to download?? I have downloaded multiple layers of maps that cover several elk areas and still have room.

 

[BCD]

Please let us know how the huntview maps worked out. I love the On X for property boundaries but the TOPOS are almost worthless at least in WI as they severely lack detail.

 

[mtnbiker208]

question i have is:
How do you folks expect to see so much on such a small screen?
To me that is where maps can shine, but i am still old school for getting around the mountains.

 

[Backyard]

you can download usgs 24k maps on GAIA gps on a phone. How big of an area are you trying to download?? I have downloaded multiple layers of maps that cover several elk areas and still have room.

^^^Same here^^^