Google Maps

[DeanR]

How to save a created map in Google Maps? I don't see 'My Maps' listed.

 

[STFlips]

Yea it seems you either have to print it out, send to you phone or what I do is copy the link and put it in a maps to GPX converter

 

[W0QNX]

The best thing currently is to click the "copy link" and stick the link in an email to yourself. The send directions to your phone is a one time thing to the phone. the emailed link will last longer.

 

[amorley]

You have to be logged into your Google Account to see the "Saved" link on the LHS of Google Maps. Click on that link and you'll see the "Maps" button where you can save and edit maps under the "My Maps" link.

You can export any Google map as a KML/KMZ file which can be converted to GPX for importing into a GPS.

I created this article on how to create and edit a Google Map from Basecamp

Article - Creating a Google Map from Basecamp | Articles

Many long distance riders are very familar with Basecamp and comfortable in using it to plan multi-day rides where each day involves routes with multiple waypoints. Others, possibly a majority, "h8te" Basecamp and struggle with any use. I fall into the first group. After planning a ride that I...

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[DeanR]

You have to be logged into your Google Account to see the "Saved" link on the LHS of Google Maps. Click on that link and you'll see the "Maps" button where you can save and edit maps under the "My Maps" link.

Got it Andy. Now I have to play with it a bit. Thanks