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Maps & Publications
Plan your visit to the George Washington and Jefferson National Forests.
Interactive Visitor Map
Use this interactive map to see where your outdoor adventure will take you! Navigate this map to find trails, campgrounds, and many other recreation opportunities.
Motor Vehicle Use Map
Use this link to see National Forest System routes (roads and trails)or areas designated open to motorized travel. The Motor Vehicle Use Map also displays uses allowed by vehicle class (highway-legal vehicles, vehicles less than 50 inches wide and motorcycles), and seasonal allowances.
Digital Maps and Maps for Mobile Devices
After you plan your visit, download an app and a map to carry with your on your visit.
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Forest Service Visitor Map App
Keep the interactive Forest Visitor Map in your pocket with the app. Download the forest map prior to heading out to the forest and you will be able to access trail, road, and facility information even if you do not have cell phone coverage.
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FSTopo
FSTopo is the Forest Service's series of large scale topographic maps.
Purchase Paper Maps
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Ranger District Offices
Maps are sold at some of our Ranger District Offices. Call before you visit to see what is available.
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Potomac Appalachian Trail Club Store
The Potomac Appalachian Trail Club, a partner who maintains multiple trails on the northern end of the George Washington National Forest, offers numerous maps and trail guides.
Data and Mapping Tools
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Forest Service GeoData Clearinghouse
Through the Geodata Clearinghouse, you can find datasets related to forests and grasslands, including maps you can download, raster data, and links to other resources.
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Geospatial Data Discovery
The U.S. Forest Service open data site is configured to help our partners and the public discover geospatial data published by the Agency. Use it together with your data to create maps, apps and other information products.