Garmin Custom Maps API

Specification for creating KMZ-based custom maps that load on Garmin outdoor handhelds and fitness watches — used by parks, search-and-rescue teams, race organizers, and event operators to deliver purpose-built raster maps to participants and personnel.

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aid: garmin:garmin-custom-maps
name: Garmin Custom Maps API
tags:
- Maps
- KMZ
- Outdoor
- Handhelds
humanURL: https://developer.garmin.com/custom-maps/
properties:
- url: https://developer.garmin.com/custom-maps/
  type: Documentation
description: Specification for creating KMZ-based custom maps that load on Garmin outdoor handhelds and
  fitness watches — used by parks, search-and-rescue teams, race organizers, and event operators to deliver
  purpose-built raster maps to participants and personnel.