model (the ones that take custom maps).ĭirections for what to do with the. kmz file you can upload it to an Dakota, Oregon, Colorado, 62, 78 etc. The link to the Garmin site basically just shows the steps I went through to create the custom map. There is no map at the link, the maps are the files that I posted (you have to change the. **I am not responsible for paying any tickets if this map is not 100% accurate!! * Follow similar instructions for the SLO and Grand Mesa maps Now when you ride on Rabbit Ears (or other areas as we work to create more maps) you can turn this map 'on' and see where the wilderness and other out of bounds areas are on your GPS.

If you have a newer Garmin GPS unit that allows you to upload custom maps follow the directions at this website starting with step #5 (I have done steps 1-4 for you) Right click on it and select 'Properties' - now you can adjust the tranparency and move the map around if you want to try to get things to line up better than I did.Ħ. You should see the RE map listed under 'My Places'. Make sure that you have your sidebar turned on (View -> Sidebar)ĥ. Download the 'RE.pdf' file to your computerĤ. kmz files to be attached to threads, so you will need to change the name of the attachment as described below:ġ. If this saves one guy from getting a ticket or gets someone home. I have created google earth overlay files for a couple areas in Colorado - I can work on more if you guys want me to, or if others have the overlays created please post/share on this thread. I figured I should start a separate thread on this so as not to continue to pollute the Vail Pass thread.

Garmin custom maps