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dmperkins74
03-21-2012, 08:27
Hey Gang, I heard that Google Earth now has trail maps. Anybody know how to get an Appalachian Trail map on google earth on my iPad?

Alligator
03-21-2012, 09:04
If you don't have it already, get the Google Earth app for iPad. Then go to ATC's website and look under the About the trail tab. There's a mapping and GIS data link. Under Appalachian Trail Mapping Resources, select Appalachian Trail GIS and GPS Data. There's a data download agreement page. Say Yes and the .kml files are there.

That will give you the centerline and shelters, Google Earth will fill in the topography.

Memphis Tim
03-21-2012, 20:26
Here you go. Just click on the drop down menu on the upper left to change the trail and on the right to switch to "Earth".
http://postholer.com/gmap/gmap.php

Driver8
03-22-2012, 14:24
Very helpful, Alligator. Thank you!