Geospatial ("GeoPDF") Maps

See your location with our GeoPDF maps

Cell service is not needed

Don't get lost in the woods, navigate large remote areas using DNR Geospatial PDFs ("GeoPDFs") on your mobile device. Display your current location like Google Maps, but you don't have to be connected to the internet or have cell service while using the maps.

Note: mobile service or internet is required for initial download.

DNR GeoPDF maps available

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DNR Recreation Basemap
Most State Parks
OHV Trails
Water Trails
Some State Forests
Trout Stream Angling
Water Access
State Trails
Snowmobile Trails

Split Rock Creek State Park campground map
Locate your campsite on the map and track your location as you hike beside Split Rock Lake.

Sibley State Park camper cabin location
Use the park's GeoPDF to locate your camper cabin, then find the nearest trail and go for a hike!

Mississippi River Clearwater boat launch
Track your voyage on the Mississippi River. Find the nearest water access and other points of interest.

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Get started

Make sure your mobile device is connected to the internet while downloading the application and map.
Download the free Avenza Maps app for your iOS or Android mobile device as outlined below. The app is used to read the GeoPDF and display your location.
Download GeoPDFs from our GeoPDF Downloader.

Install the Avenza Maps app

Avenza Maps is a free app available for iOS and Android mobile devices that reads GeoPDF maps and displays your current location.

Avenza Maps app is available on iOS and Android

Download the free Avenza Maps app from these app stores

Download GeoPDF maps

Android

Once the GeoPDF has been downloaded:

Open Avenza Maps
Tap the add button
Tap “download or import a map”
Tap “From Device Storage”
Navigate to the recently downloaded map

The map will then open in Avenza Maps.

Apple iOS

Once the GeoPDF has downloaded:

Open the map
Tap the upload button
Scroll to Avenza Maps