Great Smoky Mountains National Park Map (National Geographic Trails Illustrated Map, 229)

Great map - very detailed and very durable!

We like having a good old fashioned map of the park. It is durable, waterproof, and has adequate details for someone unfamiliar with the park.

This map is so good, I gave mine away. I knew my 229 map was one revision behind but I had been planning on waiting until one later than this (2010) came out.I was on a trip last month, heading out of the Elkmont area and noticed a father and son gearing up and looking at the official park map. I asked if they were going to 23 or 30 and the father said he thought is was 24. I knew 21 and 24 were closed, and figured they could use a better map. I handed him my 229 map, told him 21 was not on it in the right spot and pointed his way to 23 after he checked his permit. He thanked me for the map, and I thanked him for giving me an excuse to get a new one.I'm taking another trip this weekend so a new 229 is on the way.Let me also recommend the 316 and 317 maps, they split the park in 2 East and West sides to be even larger and provide more detail than the 229.

First of all, understand that this is a MAP. Not a guide of hikes or places. With that being said I am glad I bought this. It is an excellent map of the Smoky Mountains. This can be a little difficult to read if your not familiar with map reading but rest assured this map has it all. It lists trails, roads, trail heads, contours, elevations, and even has important features like waterfalls, mountain elevations, distances, etc. The map is well constructed and lined with waterproof covering so there should be no reason that this map will last for years. The map itself is large and printed on both sides so expect to lay it flat on the floor to read. I will and intend on buying this again when the new maps come out. If you take some time and learn map reading you will never need another reference other than this.

Detailed enough to know the trails general route but for some of the closer switchbacks you cant see the detail. The waterproofing and tear resistance is fantastic. It was used in rain and fog while in the park and it is still holding up like its brand new. The location of all the buildings is well laid out and helpful, however they cover some of the trail lines on the map which can lead to confusion when approaching the shelters, campsites, lodges, etc. This loss in detail would be hard to prevent though, simply because of the scale of the park.Overall this is a great product for use camping and hiking through this park and I would recommend it.

Nat Geo maps are a must for anyone heading out for an adventure. Plus, the maps introduce you to trails that you never knew existed.

Saved my bacon while hiking the smokies a few months back. Easy to orient with the map.

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