Google Map of the Heysen Trail

Map Help

Zooming
Zoom tool

Zoom into the map by using the "+" and "-" tool on the sliding scale in the top left hand corner of the map. You can move around the map simply by moving the map with your mouse when a hand icon appears, or by using the up, down, left and right arrows in the top left hand corner of the map.

Quick-Zoom Zoom into Chapter X

Using the small magnifying glass icons that appear next to each Chapter name in the first red outlined box, you can zoom into specific areas. Select the magnifying glass next to the heading "Trail Line" to return to the original view showing the whole Heysen Trail.

Viewing Modes
There are three viewing modes available: map, satellite and terrain. Select a viewing mode

The satellite view also provides the option of adding a Hybrid layer that shows roads and town names from the normal map view. Change between views at anytime by selecting the button in the top right hand corner of the map. Please note that the quality of satellite imagery across the trail length varies greatly, some areas are fuzzy or obscured by small amounts of cloud cover. Future satellite imagery updates should improve the view of poorer quality sections of the trail and improve the GPS to imagery alignment.

Loading Information Layers
There are layers available to show additional information like photos, accommodation options and Fire Ban Districts. Please note though that turning on many layers may slow data processing times, and some layers work best when zoomed in.

Map Boundaries
Select the Map Boundaries checkboxes to assist in comparing the on-screen map to the maps in your official Heysen Trail guidebook. Select the grey square in the top left hand corner of a map boundary to see a pop-up window detailing which guidebook map the grey box represents.

Accommodation Information

Select the "Accommodation" checkbox to view, comment and rate accommodation options along the Heysen Trail. By selecting an icon a pop-up window will provide a link to further information in the Accommodation Forum. Although primarily focused on campsites, huts and shelters along the Heysen Trail, you can also comment on other facilities near the trail.

	Campsite
	Hut & campsite
	Shelter & campsite
	Town
	Other (caravan parks, motels, B&B's)

Re-routes

Select the Re-routes checkbox to view where the trail has been re-routed. More information about each re-route is available, including pdf maps to print and insert into your official guidebook.

Photos and Panoramio Photos

The photos checkbox will load a number of photos from iconic sections of the Heysen Trail.

Selecting Panoramio photos will load Google Earth users' photos. You can upload your own photos along the trail by visiting panoramio.com. Often when you zoom in more Panoramio photos will appear.

End-to-End Start/Finish Points

Select this checkbox to determine where the scheduled start and finish points are for End-to-End walks. These are the same as those that appear in the logbooks. Please note however, these points may be varied as logistical requirements dictate.

Tourism Regions

Selecting this checkbox will load the boundaries of the Tourism Regions - useful for finding accommodation and tourist information along the Heysen Trail. Click anywhere on the coloured boxes that appear to bring up a pop-up box providing information and links.

Google Earth
You can download the KMZ file for use in Google Earth. Refer to the link below the menu to the right for the most recent file, please note that the file is occasionally updated to reflect changes to the trail.

Fire Ban Districts

Selecting this checkbox will load the boundaries of the Fire Ban Districts - useful for determining which Fire Ban District your planned hike is in. Click anywhere on the coloured boxes that appear to bring up a pop-up box providing information and links.

Disclaimer
When walking on the Trail this map is not a substitute for the official guidebooks.