North China map for Garmin GPS devices and BaseCamp
Map Coverage: Hebei with Beijing and Tianjin, Shanxi, and Inner Mongolia
This map provides full coverage of the provinces of Hebei with Beijing and Tianjin, Shanxi, and Inner Mongolia. It includes up‑to‑date OpenStreetMap data, routable roads, hiking trails, cycling routes, and numerous points of interest. The map is suitable for outdoor activities and can be used on Garmin GPS devices as well as in Garmin BaseCamp.
Features of Hike-and-Bike Maps
Hike-and-Bike maps are specifically designed for outdoor activities and recreational navigation. Based on up-to-date OpenStreetMap (OSM) data, they are ideal for hikers, cyclists, mountain bikers, bikepackers, travelers, tourists, and anyone using a Garmin GPS device or Garmin BaseCamp.
The maps offer excellent contrast, clearly distinguish different road types and trails, and provide a clean, easy-to-read layout. Subtle contour lines and hill shading improve terrain visualization, making route planning and navigation easier in both urban and remote areas.
All maps support turn-by-turn routing and can be used on compatible Garmin GPS devices as well as in Garmin BaseCamp. They also include a wide range of Points of Interest (POIs), such as restaurants, hotels, campsites, viewpoints, railway stations, fuel stations, and many other useful locations.
The maps are regularly updated using the latest OpenStreetMap data. Scheduled updates are released four times a year, at the beginning of January, April, July, and October.
If you would like to try the maps before purchasing, several free sample maps are available for download. Since all Hike-and-Bike maps are created using the same design and data processing methods, these test maps provide an excellent impression of the layout, features, and overall map quality.
The North China map includes the following
- Garmin GPS device – installation image for microSD for the Garmin navigation device.
- Microsoft Windows – GMAP installation archive for Garmin BaseCamp.
- Apple macOS – GMAP archive for Garmin BaseCamp.
The North China map is available in the Hike-and-Bike online shop.
Tour proposal
Where can you find the most beautiful hikes in North China?
- Great Wall at Jinshanling (Hebei/Beijing): One of the most scenic Great Wall hikes, featuring dramatic ridgelines, restored and wild sections, and sweeping mountain views. Ideal for history lovers and photographers.
- Mount Taihang – Cangyan & Jingxing Trails (Hebei–Shanxi): A striking mountain range known for sheer cliffs, deep gorges, and hanging temples. These trails combine dramatic rock formations with cultural heritage and panoramic viewpoints.
- Wutai Mountain (Shanxi) – Sacred Peaks Circuit: A moderate hike connecting ancient Buddhist temples across alpine meadows and forested slopes. A spiritual and scenic experience in one of China’s most important pilgrimage sites.
- Datong Volcanic Group (Shanxi) – Volcano Field Walks: Gentle to moderate hikes across extinct volcanic cones and open grasslands. Wide horizons and unusual geological formations create a unique landscape.
Where can you find the most beautiful cycle routes in North China?
- Great Wall Cycling Route – Beijing to Jinshanling (Hebei): A classic and scenic ride through mountain roads and historic villages, following sections of the Great Wall. Rolling climbs are rewarded with dramatic wall views and sweeping landscapes.
- Miyun Reservoir Loop – Beijing: A smooth, moderately hilly loop around Beijing’s largest reservoir. Cyclists enjoy lakeside scenery, forested hills, and quiet rural roads, ideal for a one-day ride.
- Taihang Mountain Scenic Road – Hebei to Shanxi: A challenging route through deep gorges and towering cliffs of the Taihang Mountains. Known for dramatic elevation changes, tunnels, and breathtaking viewpoints.
- Pingyao to Qikou Ancient Town – Shanxi: A cultural and scenic ride through loess plateaus, river valleys, and traditional villages. Highlights include ancient architecture, the Yellow River, and peaceful countryside.