While I’m on the subject of maps, I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention some of the other great sources of cycling maps.
Adventure Cycling is a full-service site with a mission to inspire people of all ages to travel by bicycle.
Google Maps is where you can get directions for traveling by bike to anyplace and they offer a street level view that can greatly assist people who navigate by landmarks.
East Coast Greenway Alliance is developing a 3,000-mile route for safe cycling and walking throughout the Eastern Seaboard from Canada to Key West.
TrailLink is part of the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors to build healthier places for healthier people.
Ride with GPS is a site that makes it easy to map, analyze, record, and share your bike rides.
Local Bicycling Clubs and Shops are places where you can many times find great bicycling maps in the locations you want to ride.
Ken Whittaker