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Hoosier N.F. Maps

Several maps are available from the Hoosier National Forest:

Forest Map (Scale: 1/2 inch = 1 mile) $9.00 each

One map covers both Districts of the Hoosier National Forest. Some recreation information is also included. This large map (36"x36") shows public ownership, roads, structures, and all recreation facilities. In full color, this map also features photographs of areas throughout the Forest.

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Topographic Maps (Scale: 1 inch = 2,000 feet) $6.00 each

These maps are also known as 7.5 minute Quads. When ordering topographic maps, you must specify which map you want by quadrangle name or number. There are a total of 30 maps which cover the Hoosier. The grids will help you locate a specific quad. Only grids with national forest lands (shown in green) are available from our offices.  For a more detailed map to make your topographic sheet selection from click here.  Topographic maps show Forest Service ownership as well as other topographic and cultural features. These are ideal maps for hunters or cross country hikers as you can, with practice, determine your exact location from these maps. Each quad sells for $6. There is a charge of $3.50 per order for mailing any amount of topographic sheets ordered. Note- the contour interval of maps on the Hoosier is 10 feet.

map of topo grids

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Charles C. Deam Wilderness Map (Scale: 1 inch = 2,000 feet)  $3.00 each

This topographic map of the entire wilderness area is printed in full color on waterproof paper. Contour lines and trails are shown as well as many striking photographs, a history of the wilderness, and other wilderness information.

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Hoosier N.F. Selected Trails Map (Scale: 1 inch = 2,500 feet) $11.95 + tax each

This topographic map, produced by National Geographic, features most trail systems on the Forest including: the Charles C. Deam Wilderness trails, Birdseye, Brown County D, Celina and Two Lakes Loop, German Ridge, Hardin Ridge, Hemlock Cliffs, Hickory and Nebo Ridge, Lick Creek, Mogan Ridge, Ogala, Oriole, Pioneer Mothers, Saddle and Tipsaw Lake, Shirley Creek, and Youngs Creek.

Printed on waterproof/tear-proof paper.

Map sells for $11.95, plus sales tax ($12.79). It is sold through the Hoosier National Forest office by the Eastern National Forests Interpretive Association (ENFIA).  Checks or money orders for this map should be made out to "ENFIA" and separate checks need to be written if other maps are also ordered from USDA, Forest Service.

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How to Order 

The maps listed above can be ordered from the Hoosier National Forest office. Sales are by cash, check or money order payable to the USDA Forest Service (with the exception of the trails map which should be payable to ENFIA). Please report any errors you find in our maps.

To order by mail, print out, complete, and send in the form below with payment to: Hoosier National Forest, 811 Constitution Avenue, Bedford, IN  47421.  All checks need to include a phone number.

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Topographic Maps: $6 each.

Name of Topographic map from grids above:

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________________________________  Total $ _________
Add Mailing Costs for Topographic Map Orders (above) only!     $3.50    
Forest Map: $9 each, Qty _____ (No mailing costs required) Total $ _________
Wilderness Map: $3.00, Qty ____ (No mailing costs required) Total $ _________
Total Quantity of Maps Ordered: ____ (No mailing costs required) Total $ _________

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For the Hoosier N.F. Selected Trails Map make checks payable to ENFIA (Eastern National Forest Interpretive Association). Check must be separate from any order of maps shown above.

Selected Trails Map: $11.95 each ($12.79 for Indiana residents),  Qty ____ (No mailing costs required)

Total $ _________

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Please print your name and address where maps should be sent.

Name: ______________________________________

Address: ____________________________________

City/State: ___________________________________

Zip: ________________________

For more information, comments or suggestions, you may contact us through email at:  r9_hoosier_website@fs.fed.us

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