Navigation
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47510065
For the purposes of navigating the Log Driver’s Waltz, there are TWO route files you should have downloaded. It is advised that you have some practice using your navigation devices before heading out on the route especially if you haven’t navigated on trails and backcountry roads before. GPS navigation is a must. It would be very hard to follow the route exactly with just a paper map. However, carrying a paper map as a backup is not a bad idea.
The route can be updated or modified at any time so it's best to review the route in advance for your trip planning purposes, but download files these shortly before your ride so you have the most up-to-date route.
Navigating with a GPS Device
Scroll to the map above and click on "send to device" and follow the instructions. Use this map/file to navigate as Garmins and Wahoos do not handle large files well and will not show Points of Interest.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36762908
If downloading a .gpx file do not click on Reduce to 500 Points. This will result in poor navigation.
FREE Off-line Navigation on your phone
Use our account to download any of the routes in our collection and you will be able to use them off-line for FREE. This is usually only available to RWGPS Premium Account subscribers. This should also work when you access routes through this website. A free RWGPS account is required.
Some GPS navigation devices, including the Garmin eTrex, have a track-point limit to the .gpx files they can store. For this reason breaking up the route file into smaller segments might be necessary.
Some major device issues can occur when trying to record the entire route as one continuous ride . Particularly with Wahoo devices. It is strongly recommended that you stop and save your ride occasionally and then use a program like this to combine them post ride if you want to upload one big ride to Strava.
Planning Your Ride
Note: The tools provided on this website are to provide assistance with your planning. The map Points Of Interest (POIs) can be used for planning your trip. None of these tools are intended to replace your own due diligence and planning. Riders should confirm details such as what services are still in existence, opening hours, or what new services are now available using online resources such as Google maps. The Route Elevation Profiles with elevation, distance, services, important landmarks and communities to assist riders with gauging the relative difficulty of various sections of the route. Elevation gain and loss plays a significant role in determining how much effort and time the route or a section of the route will take. Print them out or download onto your phone for quick reference during the ride.
Don't be deceived. The climbing on the route is relentless.
This route file can be downloaded using the Ride with GPS mobile app (https://ridewithgps.com/help/mobile/). To download, click on the route link while using your mobile device and it should pop up in the app, then click download. All the Points of Interest including locations for food stores, hotels and camping areas will remain visible. Tap on a POI and the additional information will be displayed such as the opening hours for food outlets. Zoom in on a particular area of the route as some POI’s overlap and many of them are not visible when zoomed out.
NOTE: If you download the routes to your phone using our account you will get access to offline navigation, a service usually only available to Premium subscribers. When downloading the file for Offline navigation, it can take a long time. On the app, under the Offline Tab in your Library, you should see a NAVIGATE symbol.
NOTE: Post COVID, operating hours of services listed on the Points of Interest might not be accurate.
If running the Ride with GPS mobile app as you ride you can enable Live Logging so friends and family can follow your journey in live time. This is available for Basic and Premium members. Note that cell service is poor or non-existent in some parts of the route.
If you see something that will help others navigate the route please use the Contact Us Form.
The route can be updated or modified at any time so it's best to review the route in advance for your trip planning purposes, but download files these shortly before your ride so you have the most up-to-date route.
Navigating with a GPS Device
Scroll to the map above and click on "send to device" and follow the instructions. Use this map/file to navigate as Garmins and Wahoos do not handle large files well and will not show Points of Interest.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36762908
If downloading a .gpx file do not click on Reduce to 500 Points. This will result in poor navigation.
FREE Off-line Navigation on your phone
Use our account to download any of the routes in our collection and you will be able to use them off-line for FREE. This is usually only available to RWGPS Premium Account subscribers. This should also work when you access routes through this website. A free RWGPS account is required.
Some GPS navigation devices, including the Garmin eTrex, have a track-point limit to the .gpx files they can store. For this reason breaking up the route file into smaller segments might be necessary.
Some major device issues can occur when trying to record the entire route as one continuous ride . Particularly with Wahoo devices. It is strongly recommended that you stop and save your ride occasionally and then use a program like this to combine them post ride if you want to upload one big ride to Strava.
Planning Your Ride
Note: The tools provided on this website are to provide assistance with your planning. The map Points Of Interest (POIs) can be used for planning your trip. None of these tools are intended to replace your own due diligence and planning. Riders should confirm details such as what services are still in existence, opening hours, or what new services are now available using online resources such as Google maps. The Route Elevation Profiles with elevation, distance, services, important landmarks and communities to assist riders with gauging the relative difficulty of various sections of the route. Elevation gain and loss plays a significant role in determining how much effort and time the route or a section of the route will take. Print them out or download onto your phone for quick reference during the ride.
Don't be deceived. The climbing on the route is relentless.
This route file can be downloaded using the Ride with GPS mobile app (https://ridewithgps.com/help/mobile/). To download, click on the route link while using your mobile device and it should pop up in the app, then click download. All the Points of Interest including locations for food stores, hotels and camping areas will remain visible. Tap on a POI and the additional information will be displayed such as the opening hours for food outlets. Zoom in on a particular area of the route as some POI’s overlap and many of them are not visible when zoomed out.
NOTE: If you download the routes to your phone using our account you will get access to offline navigation, a service usually only available to Premium subscribers. When downloading the file for Offline navigation, it can take a long time. On the app, under the Offline Tab in your Library, you should see a NAVIGATE symbol.
NOTE: Post COVID, operating hours of services listed on the Points of Interest might not be accurate.
If running the Ride with GPS mobile app as you ride you can enable Live Logging so friends and family can follow your journey in live time. This is available for Basic and Premium members. Note that cell service is poor or non-existent in some parts of the route.
If you see something that will help others navigate the route please use the Contact Us Form.
If you enjoyed the Log Driver's Waltz or our other routes, please consider helping us cover the costs of developing and maintaining the route files and website. Thanks!
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