Yes. For BWCA and Quetico canoe maps, the scale is 1.5 inches to 1 mile, with a detailed legend covering portages, campsites, entry points, hiking trails, topographic lines, and a UTM grid — everything you need for backcountry navigation. National Park maps are scaled appropriately for each park and include trails, elevation, points of interest, and key landmarks. All True North maps are designed to be fully functional in the field, not just decorative.

Yes! For a permanent keepsake, you can use a Sharpie marker to track your journey and memories. This won’t wash off, allowing you to mark your favorite campsites and create a lasting memory of your trip. For a temporary log, we use Crayola washable markers to plot a route, which can be easily washed off for the next adventure.

No, screen printing transfers ink only to the surface of a material. True North Maps uses a cutting-edge heat-transfer printing process to ensure that every detail remains sharp and will never blur, crack, or fade.

As long as you do. Let’s put it this way—cloth maps from WWII are still around, and 50 years from now, ours will be too.

Start by choosing your destination. Each of our maps lists its entry points and coverage area in the product details, and you can view the full map image before purchasing.

Not sure which map covers your trip? We have guides for each:

• BWCA - Which Map?
• Quetico - Which Map?
• National Parks - Which Map?

You can also find these under Find My Map in the top navigation.

Each canoe map measures 25” x 24.5”. For wall maps, the BWCA-only version is 8 feet wide and 3 feet tall, while the BWCA & Quetico version is 7 feet wide and 4 feet tall. National Park map sizes vary, and specific dimensions can be found in the product descriptions.

The BWCA series includes 20+ individual maps — 17 standard maps covering the full Boundary Waters, plus additional maps for areas like Knife Lake, the Pow Wow Trail, Lake Vermilion, and more. The Quetico set covers the full park across 3 maps (West, South, and East). The National Parks series currently includes Zion, Great Smoky Mountains, Voyageurs, and Isle Royale, with more parks in development. Use the Find My Map guides in the top menu to find the right one for your trip.

Yes, absolutely! Even after hundreds of washes, the map will maintain its vibrant color and detail without shrinking. We recommend a warm wash and line drying. You can wash it immediately upon returning from your trip, dunk it in a lake, or let it develop a patina with the marks of your adventures—it’s up to you!

Lucky you — now you and your paddling partner can each have one. Every map has a buttonhole in each corner, so you can clip two maps together with a small carabiner for a seamless view across the boundary. If you're doing a big route, consider our complete BWCA Map Set (all 17 standard maps) or the Quetico Complete Set — both are available in the shop.

Absolutely! Our maps are made to be well-used and well-loved.

Our maps are incredibly lightweight, with most weighing under 3 oz.

True North Maps are made from a poly/blend fabric, offering ultra-soft, moisture-wicking technology with UPF 50 for sun protection.

In line with our commitment to supporting local businesses and products made in America, True North Maps are proudly made in Wisconsin. Each map has hand-sewn edges and is individually inspected for quality.

The formal policy of Quetico Provincial Park is that there are no official campsites in the wilderness. Campsite data on other Quetico maps is often outdated and inaccurate. To plan your Quetico trip with campsite information, we recommend using group forum websites like BWCA.com and PaddlePlanner.com for the most up-to-date details.

No — True North maps are designed for specific wilderness destinations, and we don't offer custom cartography for individual orders. What we do have is detailed coverage of the BWCA (20+ maps), Quetico Provincial Park (3-map set), and a growing National Parks series including Zion, Great Smoky Mountains, Voyageurs, and Isle Royale. If you're heading somewhere we cover, check our Find My Map guides — we probably have exactly what you need.

That said, we occasionally take on custom mapping projects for higher-volume needs — outfitters, visitor centers, park partners, and similar. If that sounds like you, reach out at contact@truenorthmapco.com and we're happy to talk.

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! We stand behind everything we sell. If you’re not satisfied with your purchase, you can return it for a replacement or refund within 30 days. True North Map Company’s guarantee doesn’t cover ordinary wear and tear or damage caused by improper use or accidents, and care guidelines must be followed.

To initiate a return or exchange, please email us at contact@truenorthmapco.com with your order details.