What is Outdoor Maps+? And why you should use it for hiking

A one-stop subscription that unlocks premium mapping — from satellite imagery to detailed topographic layers — right on your compatible Garmin device.

At Garmin, we build products for people who want to do more — and this piece breaks down exactly how What is Outdoor Maps+? And why you should use it for hiking fits into that mission. Whether you're just getting started or you've been at it for years, the right technology should get out of your way and let you focus on what matters.

We designed every feature around real-world use. That means long battery life so you're never left guessing, accurate sensors you can trust, and an ecosystem — through the free Garmin Connect™ app — that turns raw data into insights you can actually act on.

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