Trail/Topo Maps

 

Trail/Topo Maps
Page Type Gear Review
Object Title Trail/Topo Maps
Manufacturer Gem Trek
Page By Dow Williams
Page Type Nov 5, 2005 / Jan 27, 2007
Object ID 1471
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printed on a waterproof, tear-resistant plastic
contour lines - see individual maps for contour intervals
state-of-the-art relief shading on selected maps
hiking trails - with trail names and distances marked
cross-country ski trails - shown on the Canmore & Kananaskis
hydrology- rivers, rapids and falls
mountain names, plus elevation in metres and feet
glaciers
frontcountry campgrounds
backcountry campgrounds - designated with the Parks Canada numbering system
mountain lodges
alpine huts and hostels
warden or ranger cabins
points of interest and attractions
highway viewpoints
ski areas
updated every three to four years
folded in a user-friendly way
approximately 27 x 39 in. in size, folded to 9.5 x 4.5 in.

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Dow Williams - Nov 5, 2005 10:59 am - Voted 4/5

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I pull full on topo maps as well, but these weather resistant maps serve me will in the Canadian Rockies with accurate relief, contouring and measurements. Nice to have a larger map with you so you can identify other peaks from a summit.

Bill Kerr - Aug 14, 2008 12:40 pm - Voted 4/5

Best hard copy maps for Canadian Rockies
Most up to date and useful hard copy maps for the Canadian Rockies.

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