Map symbols show what can be found in an area. Each feature of the landscape has a different symbol. Contour lines are lines that join up areas of equal height on a map. By looking at how far ...

You'll now see the map in the terrain view. Zoom in and you'll find the altitude numbers written along the contour lines.

Forest Service maps, Bureau of Land Management maps, and highway maps to name a few. Some show general features and points of interest.

The beige background and sepia-colored photos around the map set the tone. Hachures, contour lines, and canyon names ...