As the most detailed country-wide map series, the 1:50,000 paper topographic series also known as topo or topographical is ideal for any purpose that requires good detail of an area. These topographical paper maps include contour lines, water bodies, roads, trails, population centres, treed areas, etc. Printed Topo maps are great for recreational activities such as hiking, camping, biking or fishing. Topographic maps have latitude and longitute and UTM coordinates. Topo paper maps can be used with a compass or a GPS unit. Printed Canadian topographical maps can be laminated - makes map waterproof - for an additional charge.
