Downloading Maps

Before you can download maps to your device, you must pair your device with the Garmin Explore™ app (Pairing Your Phone), and connect to a wireless network (Connecting to a Wireless Network).

  1. Select Apps list to open the apps list.
  2. Select Map Manager > Outdoor Maps+.
  3. Select Get Outdoor Maps+ to download premium maps and activate your Outdoor Maps+ subscription for this device.
    NOTE: Go to garmin.com/outdoormaps for information about purchasing a subscription.
  4. Select Menu, and select Layer Information to view details about the map layers (optional).
  5. Select New Map.
  6. Select an option:
    • Select Use Map to download an area directly from the map.

    • Select a location from the available categories.

    A preview of the map region appears.

  7. From the map, complete one or more actions:
    • Drag the map to view different areas.

    • Pinch or spread two fingers on the touchscreen to zoom in and out of the map.

    • Select Plus symbol and Minus symbol to zoom in and out of the map.

    • Double-tap the map to quickly zoom in.

  8. Select Next.
  9. Complete one or more actions:
    • To edit the map name, select Name.

    • To change the map layers to download, select the checkboxes next to each layer's name.

      NOTE: You can select Menu and select Layer Information to view details about the map layers.

    An estimated download size appears for the map. You should verify your device has enough available storage space for the map.

  10. Select Download.
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November 2025