Garmin Handheld GPS

Today’s handheld GPS units are about a whole lot more that just finding a waypoint or position. Sure, you can still get a cheap GPS to give you simple Lat/Lon position, but why would you, when you can get a host of built-in features for only a few dollars more? Many of these small handheld GPS units and Garmin GPS handheld units are truly marvels of technology. The spectrum of features include built-in basemaps, a range of optional maps that include topographical, waterways, and streets, external memory storage capability, and huge volumes of point of interest. Some portable navigation systems even feature a built-in electronic compass and barometric altimeter. No more moving just to get a heading reading or having to shoot an azimuth with a separate compass. Climbers can even get a graphical picture of their climb.