Topo Maps+ supports a wide variety of maps to help you with your next adventure.
You can easily change to a different map by selecting “Map Types” in the menu.
1. USGS Topo Maps
In the US the USGS Topo Maps are the ultimate backcountry map. They have the most detail for off the grid locations. They include rivers, lakes, trails, timberlines, and many more backcountry features. Most of these maps were made between 1940 and 1960, so they are not the best for urban areas where there has been new developments over the last 50 years.
Topo Maps+ has two different USGS maps sources and you can view the maps either with or without shading. You can use the USGS topo maps from either CalTopo or Glacier Peak Studios. In general the maps from CalTopo have higher resolution.
2. NRCAN & GEOBC Topo Maps for Southern and Western Canada
The Topo Maps from CalTopo also include NRCAN & GEOBC Topo Maps for southern and western Canada. These are excellent backcountry maps for Canada. Unfortunately, these maps from CalTopo do not cover all of Canada. You can use MapBox Outdoors and Thunderforest for all of Canada.
3. World Wide Topo Maps with Thunderforest Topo Map
Thunderforest Topo Map is a world wide topo map that has hiking, biking, and ski trails. The data for Thunderforest comes from the Open Cycle Map and it is continually being updated.
4. World Wide Topo Maps with MapBox Outdoors
MapBox Outdoors is another great option for world wide topo maps. This map is still in beta and is also being continually updated.
5. Satellite Imagery with MapBox Satellite
When researching where to have your next adventure it is often helpful to look at satellite imagery. The satellite map from MapBox lets you view you routes and waypoints on a satellite map.
6. MapBox Street Maps
When you just need a street map to get a to campground or trail head you can use MapBox Street Maps.
Use These Maps Offline
You can use all of these maps offline. You will need to download the regions you want available offline before you go into the backcountry.
Read more about using Topo Maps+ offline.