Maps of Northwest China for Garmin navigation devices
The map coverage includes the territory of Northwest China (Provinces Gansu, Ningxia, Qinghai, Shaanxi, Xinjiang). These maps have contour lines and hill shading and are intended for recreational use.
The package includes the following:
A file for a Garmin GPS device. This is an installation image for microSD cards for the Garmin navigation device.
A file for the Microsoft Windows operating system. This is a GMAP installation archive for the Garmin BaseCamp software.
A file for the Apple macOS operating system. This is a GMAP archive for the Garmin BaseCamp software.
The maps are available online.
Tour proposal
Where can you find the most beautiful hikes in Northwest China?
1. Mount Qilian (Qinghai/Gansu) – Alpine Ridge Trail
A high-altitude hike along ridges and meadows, with panoramic views of snow-capped peaks and vast grasslands. Moderate to challenging, ideal for nature lovers and photographers.
2. Zhangye Danxia Landform – Rainbow Mountain Trail (Gansu)
A short, scenic hike through colorful rock formations. Easy to moderate, offering surreal landscapes of striped cliffs and valleys.
3. Helan Mountains (Ningxia) – Desert Foothills Trek
A challenging hike through rugged mountains rising from the desert. Panoramic vistas, rock art sites, and stark desert contrasts make this a unique experience.
4. Mount Hua (Shaanxi) – East Peak Trail
A famous and historic hike with steep stone paths, cliffside trails, and Taoist temples. Moderate to strenuous, offering breathtaking views and cultural landmarks.
5. Kanas Lake Region (Xinjiang) – Alpine Forest Trek
A serene trek through pine forests, rivers, and alpine meadows, leading to the turquoise Kanas Lake. Moderate difficulty with spectacular mountain scenery.
6. Qaidam Basin – Salt Lake and Plateau Hike (Qinghai)
A unique hike across high-altitude salt flats and plateau landscapes. Easy to moderate, with wide-open horizons and surreal desert scenery.
7. Tianshan Mountains – Heavenly Mountain Trail (Xinjiang)
A challenging trek through dramatic peaks, glaciers, and alpine meadows. Ideal for experienced hikers seeking remote, high-altitude adventure.
Where can you find the most beautiful cycle routes in Northwest China?
1. Zhangye to Danxia Rainbow Mountains – Gansu
A moderate ride through colorful rock formations and desert landscapes. Wide open roads and surreal scenery make this a visually stunning route.
2. Qilian Mountain Loop – Qinghai/Gansu
A high-altitude circuit through alpine meadows, rivers, and rugged peaks. Moderate to challenging, with panoramic mountain views and fresh air.
3. Helan Mountains Foothills – Ningxia
A challenging route through mountains rising from desert plains. Cyclists enjoy rock art, sweeping vistas, and dramatic contrasts between desert and greenery.
4. Mount Hua Scenic Ride – Shaanxi
A historic and steep ride connecting temples, stone paths, and cliffside roads. Moderate to strenuous, offering breathtaking mountain and cultural views.
5. Kanas Lake to Burqin – Xinjiang
A scenic route along rivers, pine forests, and alpine meadows. Moderate difficulty, with turquoise lake views and peaceful, remote roads.
6. Qaidam Basin Plateau Route – Qinghai
A unique high-altitude ride across salt flats and plateau terrain. Easy to moderate, with vast horizons, desert landscapes, and minimal traffic.
7. Tianshan Mountain Pass – Xinjiang
A challenging mountain pass route through dramatic peaks, glaciers, and alpine valleys. Perfect for experienced cyclists seeking adventure and remote scenery.