R has some great GIS capabilities thanks to an extensive range of packages for handling GIS data. I have previously shown some of this capability for creating climate data maps, although I have not explored mapping basics, until now.
This guide will show you some basic techniques for creating simple, yet effective location maps in R, using freely available data. Stop using screenshots of Google Earth for your location maps, and start making your own! No GIS skills are needed. Read on to see how the create the map below!
