Topo maps for the C530

 
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Charley - Nuvi 350 - Bel STI Driver - Cobra 29 w/ wilson 1000 - AIM: asianfire -

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It doesn't appear that they are compatible.

Probably not

I have never heard of any. The unit was not designed to be used in hand held situations.

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Garmin Nuvi 750 & c530 with RT's vol. mod., Vulcan Nomad

What is topo map? asianfire

What is topo map?

asianfire wrote:

Does anyone know if you can use topo maps on the c530?

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Topographic map
"A topographic map is a detailed and accurate graphic representation of cultural and natural features on the ground."

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Topographic_map

Off Road Maps

Topographical maps are used on hand held gps units designed for off road uses like hiking. They show the terrain.

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Garmin Nuvi 750 & c530 with RT's vol. mod., Vulcan Nomad

My real intention, and

My real intention, and perhaps I asked the wrong question, was that I would like to have maps of rivers (when canoeing) and parks. I am going down the James River next weekend with a friend and my daughter and would like to know where we are. The map that comes with it will work ok, but not in great detail.

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Charley - Nuvi 350 - Bel STI Driver - Cobra 29 w/ wilson 1000 - AIM: asianfire -

topo on c530

yes you can have topo. after you upload the garmin/user topo map choose high level of detail. if it is in NA, disable build in CityNav, and select newly uploaded map from the setup menu (under map info)