On New Brunswick’s rugged Atlantic Coast, the Fundy Footpath charts a course through some of the last remaining coastal wilderness areas on the east side of the continent. In Nova Scotia’s Cape Breton Highlands National Park, terraced boardwalks lead to viewpoints over the winding coastline, with the Atlantic Ocean disappearing into the horizon beyond. In Ontario, trails lead to the …
Backroad Mapbooks – Your Ultimate Guide to Hunting Across Canada
As any hunter knows, Canada’s backcountry is full of wildlife. From large ungulates like moose, elk and caribou to game birds such as grouse, partridges and waterfowl, the options for hunters are as diverse as the land itself. Woodland Caribou in Newfoundland. Photo credit: argali In the remote northern Rocky Mountains, expert trackers spend days or weeks in …
Backroad Mapbooks – Your Ultimate Guide to Winter Adventure
Canada is known for its winters. While the length and strength of our snowy season varies from place to place, snow is a fact of life for nearly all Canadians. And rather than hide away from the elements, many Canadians choose to embrace winter and make the most of it through a wide range of outdoor activities. In BC, …
Canada Uncensored! Lewd, Crude and Outright Funny Canadian Geographical Names
At Backroad Mapbooks we’ve been mapping Canada’s backcountry since 1993 so we like to think we know Canada pretty well. Everyday we get orders for our print-on-demand Backroad Topographic Maps and the names that come out of some of the places across Canada give us the giggles! Our large scale Topos are great for hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, paddling and ATV …
Backroad Mapbooks – Your Ultimate Guide to Canoeing and Kayaking Canada
Off New Brunswick’s Atlantic Coast, the waters of the Bay of Fundy captivate sea kayakers from around the world. Rising and falling as much as 15 metres (50 ft) throughout the course of a day, the tides have carved intricate patterns out of the rocky shore, allowing paddlers to navigate through tunnels and narrow passageways below flowerpot rock formations. In …
Backroad Mapbooks – Your Ultimate Guide to Snowmobiling Across Canada
Searching for that hidden alpine bowl or remote, forested snowmobile trail? How about that frozen lake or warming shelter? Backroad Mapbooks will lead you in the right direction with more snowmobile trails and higher levels of detail than any other map source in Canada.
Get set for the 2018/2019 Ontario Hunting Season!
The 2016/17 hunting season is upon us, and Backroad Mapbooks offers a wide range of products to make sure you have the most productive hunting season possible. With Backroad GPS Maps, Waterproof Maps and our classic Mapbooks, you won’t find a better hunting buddy than a Backroad Mapbooks product, no matter if you are looking for bear, deer, moose, waterfowl or hare.
Announcing the Latest Edition of our Northeastern Ontario Backroad Mapbook!
From the lush boreal forest to the sparkling shores of the Great Lakes and the vast wilderness of the far north, Northeastern Ontario is an incredible destination for outdoor explorers. To help you make the most of this sprawling region, we have updated and expanded our Northeastern Ontario Backroad Mapbook and are releasing the popular recreation Mapbook’s 5th Edition. To learn about everything we have packed into this latest edition, check out the blog below.
Backroad Mapbooks – Your Ultimate Guide to ATVing Across Canada
From the wild peaks of BC’s Coast Mountains to the Rocky Mountain foothills, the wide-open plains and sprawling forests of the prairies, the ancient Canadian Shield of Ontario, the hills and bogs of New Brunswick and the rolling farmland of PEI, there is no better way to cover as much ground or head as deep into Canada’s backcountry as atop …
ATVing Across British Columbia
As many BC residents know, the province is a great place to ride an ATV or OHV (Off-Highway Vehicle). The thousands of kilometres of designated ATV trails are supplemented by an even greater distance of rarely-used logging roads, abandoned roads and resource roads. ATV routes lead you to stunning mountaintop viewpoints, secluded lakeside campsites, historic mining operations, legendary fishing holes …
Announcing the Latest Edition of our Northern Alberta Backroad Mapbook!
Northern Alberta is a land of great contrast and wide expanses of untamed wilderness. From the jagged Rocky Mountains in the south of this region to the gentler ranges of the north, and from the prairies in the east to the vibrant boreal forest and ancient Canadian Shield rock, this is a land teeming with outdoor adventure. With a sparse …
Introducing the 5th Edition of our Northern BC Backroad Mapbook!
Northern BC is a vast and sprawling wilderness, interrupted by just a few highways and major cities. North of the centres of Prince George, Smithers, Prince Rupert and Fort St. John, the region is ruled by nature, with unlimited options for outdoor recreationists and a new adventure to be had around every corner. The Rocky Mountains cast their majestic shadow …
Announcing the Latest Edition of our Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Backroad Mapbook!
Covering the central portion of British Columbia, the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast is a land full of rugged backcountry, incredible scenery, abundant wildlife and unlimited options for outdoor adventure. Outside of the major centres of 100 Mile House, Quesnel and Williams Lake, the human population is sparse, with small communities scattered among a largely unbroken wilderness. Pristine streams cut across deep …
Just Released! Our updated and expanded 3rd Edition Manitoba Backroad Mapbook!
Introducing the 3rd Edition Manitoba Backroad Mapbook! Get ready to explore Manitoba’s great outdoors like never before – the latest edition of our Manitoba Backroad Mapbook is about to hit stores. Featuring numerous updates and expansions from our previous edition, this is your ultimate guide to the best outdoor adventures across the province. Nestled in the geographic centre of …
New Algonquin Provincial Park Ontario Waterproof Map Now Available
Revered by canoers, hikers, anglers and wildlife viewers alike, Algonquin Park is one of Canada’s most celebrated wilderness destinations. To help you navigate this incredible park, Backroad Mapbooks has released an updated version of our Algonquin Park Waterproof Map, jam-packed with adventure information.
