Google has announced a new feature to the terrain relief maps they added last November to Google Maps. Now when you zoom in closer, the terrain shows contour lines to give you an even better feel for ...

If you've ever wondered what the elevation of your location is, you can find out with Google Maps on both desktop and mobile.

While it’s usually trivial if you’re driving, if you’re cycling or hiking, terrain elevation data can be essential. It’s not available for all locations, unfortunately, mainly just mountainous regions ...

The USGS publishes free topographic maps that show trails, rivers, and campsites in great detail for hikers, cyclists, and ...

Nowadays, whenever we have to go somewhere, we first take the help of Google Maps. Whether it is to find the way, to see the traffic, or to find the nearest hotel, Google Maps helps everywhere. But ...

Google Maps has become one of the most essential tools for smartphone users. Whether you are exploring a new city or just trying to avoid a traffic jam on your daily route, Google Maps offers ...

Here’s a great little SketchUp video tutorial from the folks at concept3D, who we’ve shown you before with their excellent models at Northeastern University, Duke University and fun tools like the ...

When you need to find the distance between two locations or want general directions to get from point A to point B, Google Maps simplifies the process. By typing in two different locations, Google ...