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OpenTopoMap: Free topographic map of the world from OpenStreetMap and elevation data. USFS Interactive Visitor Map: Trails, campgrounds and recreation sites in US national forests.

OpenTopoMapUSFS Interactive Visitor Map
CategoryHiking, Ski & Outdoor MapsHiking, Ski & Outdoor Maps
CoverageWorldwideUS national forests
UpdatesContinuously (community edits)Periodically
Data sourceOpenStreetMap and SRTM elevationUS Forest Service
Made byOpenTopoMap contributorsUS Forest Service
PriceFreeFree
AccountNo account neededNo account needed
On phonesWorks well on phonesWorks well on phones
Map viewFlat mapFlat map
Visits from ColorfulMaps00
Open map Open map

What you can do with OpenTopoMap

  • Contours and hill shading worldwide
  • Paths and huts from OSM
  • Free to use

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What you can do with USFS Interactive Visitor Map

  • Trails and allowed uses
  • Campgrounds and recreation sites
  • Forest roads

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