Convert.Guru

GMAP Converter

Convert GMAP files online for free


Drop or upload your .GMAP file

How to convert your GMAP file

  1. Click Select File above, and choose your GMAP file.
  2. You'll see a preview.
  3. Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.


Convert GMAP to another file type

The converter easily converts your GMAP file to various formats—free and online. No ArcGIS or extra software needed.

  • GMAP to IMG
  • GMAP to GPX
  • GMAP to SHP
  • GMAP to KML
  • GMAP to KMZ
  • GMAP to GEOJSON
  • GMAP to TOPOJSON
  • GMAP to TIF
  • GMAP to TIFF
  • GMAP to ECW
  • GMAP to SID
  • GMAP to DEM

Convert a file to GMAP

The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the GMAP file type—in the best quality.

  • LAZ to GMAP
  • KMZ to GMAP
  • DTM to GMAP
  • CSV to GMAP
  • DEM to GMAP
  • PRJ to GMAP
  • LAS to GMAP
  • GPX to GMAP
  • DSM to GMAP
  • SHP to GMAP
  • DBF to GMAP
  • KML to GMAP

About GMAP files

GMAP files are commonly associated with Garmin MapSource, a mapping software used for GPS devices. These files store map data, waypoints, routes, and tracks essential for navigational purposes. However, using GMAP files can be challenging due to their proprietary nature, limiting compatibility with non-Garmin software.

To convert GMAP files into more accessible formats, you can use software like QGIS or GPSBabel. These tools enable conversion to formats such as GPX, KML, CSV, and Shapefile, enhancing interoperability across various applications. For additional insights, explore the Garmin Wikipedia page.

Important considerations for conversion include maintaining data integrity and ensuring compatibility with the target application. Challenges arise due to differences in supported data types and potential data loss during conversion. Moreover, GMAP files can be large, making the process resource-intensive.

Despite these challenges, converting GMAP files is crucial for users seeking to extend their utility beyond Garmin devices. However, the drawbacks of using GMAP files highlight the need for an easy and reliable conversion solution.

This is where Convert.Guru comes in. By simply dragging and dropping your GMAP files onto our platform, you can effortlessly convert them to a wide range of formats, ensuring accessibility and ease of use. Experience the simplicity and reliability of Convert.Guru today for all your file conversion needs.


The GMAP Converter Story

The history of Convert.Guru began more than 25 years ago in California, when Tom Simondi published the most comprehensive database of file formats on his website. Before that, Tom had worked on Space Shuttle development at the Air Force Systems Command’s Space Division in Los Angeles. He is known as one of the top programmers of the late 1980s.

When Microsoft integrated Tom’s Filext database into Windows XP, it became the leading platform for analyzing and processing file types and formats.

Today, we use the latest technologies to analyze, process, and convert one of the world's largest collections of file formats. We are committed to developing the best GMAP converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.

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