windymtnman
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Not sure what forum this question might best fit in, but I picked this one.
Okay, I've used a Garmin GPS for years now in the Colorado backcountry. Obviously it's a handy tool in so many ways. I also enjoy uploading my data into my laptop, and reviewing it, and then you can also send data back into the GPS unit.
My question is, what do others think is the best FREE topo map program to use with a Garmin GPS? Garmin has mapping programs and I've also been using a free download of "Colorado Topo Maps", however my issue with the "Colorado Topo Maps" program is that they don't show a great many of the numbered USFS Forest trails on them. I really want those numbered Forest trails on my GPS.
It's a bit frustrating, as the older mapping programs seemed to be more detailed and better than the ones coming out today.
Anyway, looking for suggestions others might have and like that are free, and Garmin compatible.
Thanks!
Okay, I've used a Garmin GPS for years now in the Colorado backcountry. Obviously it's a handy tool in so many ways. I also enjoy uploading my data into my laptop, and reviewing it, and then you can also send data back into the GPS unit.
My question is, what do others think is the best FREE topo map program to use with a Garmin GPS? Garmin has mapping programs and I've also been using a free download of "Colorado Topo Maps", however my issue with the "Colorado Topo Maps" program is that they don't show a great many of the numbered USFS Forest trails on them. I really want those numbered Forest trails on my GPS.
It's a bit frustrating, as the older mapping programs seemed to be more detailed and better than the ones coming out today.
Anyway, looking for suggestions others might have and like that are free, and Garmin compatible.
Thanks!