USGS MapView: Browse every published geologic map of the United States. OpenTopography: High-resolution lidar and elevation data, searchable on a map.
| USGS MapView | OpenTopography | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Geology, Terrain & Ocean Floor | Geology, Terrain & Ocean Floor |
| Coverage | United States | Worldwide |
| Updates | Periodically | Periodically |
| Data source | USGS National Geologic Map Database | Lidar surveys and global DEMs |
| Made by | US Geological Survey | San Diego Supercomputer Center and partners |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Account | No account needed | Free to view, account for extras |
| On phones | Best on a computer | Best on a computer |
| Map view | Flat map | Flat map |
| Visits from ColorfulMaps | 0 | 0 |
| Open map | Open map |
What you can do with USGS MapView
- Thousands of US geologic maps
- Search by location
- View and download maps
What you can do with OpenTopography
- Lidar datasets on a map
- Global elevation models
- Online processing
Summary based on public information. Check each map's website for current features and prices.