Plotting back-country trip with Basecamp

Trying to create a backpacking itinerary that includes both on and off trail sections. Will be importing it to a Fenix 5x Pro, and Earthmate for use with InReach.

Can't figure out how to plot the off-trail sections. Basecamp keeps routing me back to the nearest foot trail.

How do I create a track that includes both on and off trail sections?

I successfully created it using both GaiaGPS and CalTopo, but once imported it is converted to a few thousand waypoints, and still doesn't plot where I want it to.

0 BTLAAKE over 3 years ago in reply to MikekiM12

In case you are not aware, tracks don't have to be plotted one point at a time. You can draw with a mouse by holding down the left mouse key. Granted, it is easier to do with a stylus/tablet - but it also isn't to bad with a finger on a laptop mousepad (just make sure to move your finger very slowly). You can then move or delete points as necessary.

0 MikekiM12 over 3 years ago in reply to BTLAAKE

Try as I might, I can't replicate this. Holding down the mouse left button doesn't allow me to drag a plotted line. I am on a PC. Haven't tried it on an ipad or chromebook yet..

0 seilogramp over 3 years ago in reply to MikekiM12

Are you on the correct tool? Go to Tools > Track, or just press "T" on your keyboard.

The cursor will turn into a pencil, then you can hold down the left mouse button and draw the track as BTLAAKE mentioned.