GPS navigation for off road recreational vehicles is gaining in popularity. A GPS mounted on your snowmobile or ATV provides trip statistics such as total miles, max speed, average speed, moving time, stopped time, etc. GPS trail maps will enhance your riding experience...
- The map is part of your dashboard for quick reference.
- See your position on the map at all times.
- Leave a “bread crumb” trail to know where you have been.
- A GPS can be viewed easily both day and night.
- Use your GPS to locate gas, food, lodging and more.
- Zoom into 50 feet or zoom out to 50 miles.
- Estimate arrival time better, and plan better “loops”.
- A GPS trail map is a great way to combine your paper maps.
Our GPS trail maps will enhance your riding experience. Always carry paper maps as an additional navigation aid.
- Instant download included with every map purchase.
- Download updates FREE for 1 year from the date of purchase.
- Our maps are updated multiple times each season.
If you’re considering a GPS map for snowmobiling or ATVing, we recommend purchasing a Garmin GPS that is waterproof and ruggedized for outdoor use. All of the units recommended below are ruggedized, waterproof (IPX7) and will operate in cold temperatures. The battery type and battery life varies for each unit. We highly recommend you wire-in your GPS with the hard-wire mounting kits available. The accessory plug on your sled or ATV can be used to power the GPS as well. The GPS can be mounted to your sled or ATV many different ways. The cradles below all utilize the Ram Mount system. Ram Mount components can be used to mount to the handlebars, the windshield or to the dashboard/cowling.
The Nuvi 500 is a hybrid with street maps and topographic maps. There are different modes for walking, sledding and driving. It has a 3.5” diagonal color screen and a very easy to use touchscreen interface. Battery life is about 6-8 hours. You can find this unit online for around $230 - $300.
The Zumo 660 is categorized as a motorcycle unit. It operates the same way as the Nuvi 500 but has a 4.3” diagonal color touch screen. This unit has more features for automotive use than the Nuvi 500. The Zumo has a shaded relief background like the Nuvi 500. Battery life is 4-5 hours. You can find this unit online for around $650 - $700.
The Montana 650 is a mapping handheld designed for hiking and hunting. It comes with a large 4.0” color display and also utilizes a touch screen interface. This unit has many features for those that like to customize the screen and manage their own tracklogs and waypoints. The battery life is 16-22 hours depending on what type of batteries are used. It will operate on AA batteries, unlike the Nuvi and Zumo. This means you can carry spare batteries out on the trail. The Montana is available online for $600 - $660.
