How to Load National Geographic Topo! Maps Into Garmin GPS Units

National Geographic has taken GPS navigation to the next level with its Topo! series designed for outdoor recreation like hunting and skiing. Users can load these maps to a Garmin, or to a computer to print out itineraries. With these maps, you can enjoy the great outdoors without the fear of becoming lost, since every trail and boundary is clearly marked.

Instructions

1. Go to the National Geographic Topo! website and select and purchase a map. Follow the on-screen instructions to download it onto the computer.

2. Open the Topo! program on the computer.

3. Connect the Garmin to the computer using the USB cable. The device shows an error message when connected if any updates are available. Update any firmware.

4. Select "Import/Export Bucket" from the start page.

5. Select "Navigation" and "GPS-Connect."

6. Select "Auto Detect" next to the "Connect to GPS" heading.

7. Select "All Routes" in the "Export to GPS" tab.

References

• National Geographic: Knowledge Base
• National Geographic: Topo! Explorer User Guide

Resources

• National Geographic: Topo! Series