Planimetric maps

Planimetric maps don’t provide much information about the terrain. Lakes, rivers, and mountain pass elevations may be shown, but there isn’t any detailed land information. A classic example of a planimetric map is a state highway map or a road atlas. Planimetric maps are perfect in cities or on highways, but they’re not suited for backcountry use.
When using planimetric maps, you’ll often encounter these terms:

• Atlas: An atlas is a collection of maps, usually in a book.
• Gazetteer: A gazetteer is a geographical dictionary or a book that gives the names and descriptions of places.