Online Maps

[MaxDrown]

I've been using Google Maps very happily for years ... until I started fly fishing. Unless I am missing something, I've found that Google Maps does not label river, streams, lakes, etc. very well at all and I struggle to find what I need.

So, my question is, what online mapping service provides the best general information for fishermen such as the names of lakes, rivers, streams, ponds, etc. as well as providing accurate information in smaller roads and streets?

[Zack Hoyt]

There are a few addons for Google Maps you can add to help. Check out this thread:

http://ozarkanglers.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=19219

The topo maps will have creek/river/lake names.

[ness]

I've never been satisfied with online maps, especially on paper. I've got a marked-up Delorme atlas which is pretty cheap and has pretty good detail. But my best information is in Delorme Street Atlas, their mapping software. I've been adding info, waypoints, notes, custom roads, etc. for years. I really like it, but I'm about 2 versions behind and wonder what the future holds. Here's an example of what I'm talking about:

Screen shot:

Printed version:

I've also used MyTopo a couple times to print out custom topo maps. Nice, waterproof maps on Tyvek-like paper.

[ness]

I messed around with those to try to find a balance between good quality and huge files. What I see when I print or on the monitor is very crisp and easy to read.

[fishinwrench]

You have to dial in what you need, but these sites are pretty good. I use the first one for topo's and the second one for roads (just keep zooming and they all appear).

http://mapserver.mytopo.com/homepage/index...FTOKEN=45211882

http://www.bing.com/maps/?vendor=google&am...mp;pkw=missouri

[Gavin]

I've been using this one recently...good for scouting too, cuz it has links to streamflow information..

http://wdr.water.usgs.gov/adrgmap/index.html

[Ämp]

I know that things are tight right now but a good gps will show everything your asking for and so much more , you should start saving for one it is a very wise investment.