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Garmin Oregon 300 GPS
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Garmin Oregon 300 GPS

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With a touchscreen interface, incredible map presentation, geocache gaming and a vivid display, the Garmin Oregon 300 delivers a versatile and fun GPS experience.

  • Large, sunlight-readable screen offers crystal-clear colors and high-resolution images
  • Easy, intuitive touchscreen operation is fun and simple to use
  • Enjoy vibrant 3D ''walk the trail'' maps with Topo 2008 mapping software, sold separately
  • Waterproof MicroSD™ card slot for storing additional data; accepts Garmin MapSource® and BlueChart® data cards and software
  • Built-in electronic compass and barometric altimeter provide additional navigational aid
  • Supports Geocaching.com GPX files for downloading detailed geocache descriptions, terrain, difficulty and hints directly into GPS unit
  • Groundspeak's Wherigo Player application comes pre-installed and includes an instructional tutorial; learn more at www.wherigo.com
  • Basemap with 850 MB built-in memory stores up to 1,000 waypoints, 50 routes and 20 tracks with up to 10,000 points; Digital Elevation Model shading enhances map view
  • Enjoy effortless sharing of waypoints, tracks, routes and geocache locations between Oregon and Colorado series units with ANT wireless communication function
  • High sensitivity receiver and HotFix™ satellite prediction provide rapid first fix and help maintain signal, even in urban canyons and under dense foliage
  • WAAS (Wide Area Augmentation System) enabled receiver delivers accuracy to within 10 ft. in North America
  • Offers configurable profiles for end use—auto, marine, recreation, fitness or geocaching
  • Operates on two AA batteries (sold separately)
  • Rugged, waterproof construction protects unit from bumps, dust and moisture; meets IEC 60529 lPX7 standards (can be submerged 1m for up to 30 minutes)
  • Compatible with Garmin heart rate monitors and GSC 10 Speed and Cadence Sensor, sold separately
  • Features JPG image viewer, outdoor GPS games, hunt/fish calendar and sun/moon/tide data
  • Includes USB interface cable, carabiner clip, owner's manual and quick start guide

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Garmin Oregon 300 GPS Specs

Specification

Description

Position accuracyWAAS-enabled 3 meters
Routes50
Waypoints (total)1,000 and 1,000 geocaches
Memory850 MB internal/expandable microSD card slot
PC CompatibleYes
CompassYes
AltimeterYes
Color screenYes
Compact antennaYes
Display size2.55 x 1.53 inches
Screen Pixels400 x 240
Battery type2 AA
Battery life at 70 degrees16 hours
Dimensions4.5 x 2.3 x 1.4 inches
Weight6.8 ounces

Garmin Oregon 300 GPS Customer Reviews

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Garmin Oregon 300 GPS
 
3.1

(based on 7 reviews)

57%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (5)
  • Compact (3)
  • Durable (3)
  • Improves experience (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Long trips (4)
    • Outdoors (4)
    • Short trips (4)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Practical (3)

    Reviewed by 7 customers

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    Jan

    6

    2009

    (13 of 20 customers found this review helpful)

     
    1.0

    Below average for Garmin, What happened?

    By Dan

    from Temecula CA

    About Me Avid Adventurer, Experienced GPS user, Gearhead, Outdoor Enthusiast

    Pros

    • Simple Controls
    • Touchscreen

    Cons

    • Difficult To Read
    • Expensive
    • Missing features
    • Needs to have a speaker
    • No 3 Axis compass
    • Poor antena design
    • Poor signal strength
    • Short Battery Life
    • Shuts off for no reason
    • Slow to Pan maps
    • Struggles to receive Waas

    Best Uses

    • Learning how to use a GPS

    Comments about Garmin Oregon 300 GPS:

    I ended up returning this unit and going back to my 60CSX. The 60CSX is slower because of the buttons, however, it's far more accurate and reliable than the Oregon. What happened Garmin? I expected better out of Garmin for [$]. Hopefully Garmin will live up to their name for their next new line of GPS's. Many of the features offered by Delorme's new unit blows away the Oregon. I would not recommend upgrading to this unit if you have an older Garmin. About the only positive I found besides the touchscreen, is it would be great for a beginner to practice basic GPS usage. Please see my Cons to see the features it lacks.

    • Gift:
    • No

    Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

    (13 of 20 customers found this review helpful)

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    Mar

    23

    2009

    (11 of 11 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Better than the 400t

    By jaemes

    from Oregon

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Compact
    • Durable
    • Easy To Use
    • Improves Experience

    Cons

    • Short battery life

    Best Uses

    • Indoors
    • Long Trips
    • Outdoors
    • Short Trips

    Comments about Garmin Oregon 300 GPS:

    I traded in my 400t simply because this unit allows the user to manipulate and interface with maps. The 400t comes preloaded with TOPO maps that you will have to buy with this unit but those that choose the 300 will be able to use Mapsource software to plan and record trips on your pc.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (11 of 11 customers found this review helpful)

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    Oct

    21

    2008

    (11 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Very Sensitive and Very Accurate

    By Marcus Aurellius

    from Portland, OR

    About Me Practical

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Compact
    • Durable
    • Easy To Use
    • Improves Experience

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Business Trips
      • Indoors
      • Long Trips
      • Outdoors
      • Short Trips

      Comments about Garmin Oregon 300 GPS:

      I feel bad for the first user. I used this unit hunting in Washington. It never lost signal, in fact it held several satellites 100% of the time, including in the car surounded by 80-100 ft trees. The menu was intuitive and simple to understand.
      My only concern with the unit is that the screen may get worn over time by my fingers touching the screen.

      • Gift:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (11 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

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      Oct

      24

      2008

      (10 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      good but not great

      By updownunder

      from Seattle, WA

      About Me Practical

      Site Member

      Pros

      • Easy To Use
      • Fun
      • Touch screen

      Cons

      • Bad screen in some light

      Best Uses

        Comments about Garmin Oregon 300 GPS:

        This GPS almost rocks. It is just that darn screen in certain lighting where it just tanks. Every thing else is great.

        • Gift:
        • Yes

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (10 of 12 customers found this review helpful)

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        Apr

        9

        2009

        (8 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

         
        1.0

        Not recommended

        By srwings

        from Sterling, VA

        Site Member

        Pros

        • Easy To Use

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Business Trips
          • Long Trips
          • Outdoors
          • Short Trips

          Comments about Garmin Oregon 300 GPS:

          I'm a long time user of the Garmin GPS. I recently decided to upgrade from the etrex Vista CX to the Oregon 300. After having the Oregon for less than a week I've decided to take it back to REI for a refund. Here are my observations on the Oregon series:
          - The backlight is inferior to the etrex Vista CX. Maps and tracks are extremely hard to discern in full sunlight. This is a show stopper for me.
          - The Oregon has less functionality when compared to the etrex Vista CX
          o Tracks cannot be renamed without using the MapSource software.
          o The customizable Welcome message was removed. This was good place to put your name and contact info in case you ever lost your GPS.
          o The waypoint proximity feature was removed.
          o The jumpmaster feature was removed. Probably one of the least used features but it wasn't hurting anything.
          o With the etrex you could connect to MapSource via USB and still edit data on the GPS and transfer data. You can't edit data on the Oregon while connected to MapSource.

          These are just a few of the things I've noticed. Overall, I'd say that Garmin dumbed down the Oregon series to make it more user friendly to the average consumer but they short changed the power user in the process. On a positive note, Garmin customer and technical support is without peer.

          • Gift:
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          Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

          (8 of 10 customers found this review helpful)

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          Oct

          10

          2008

          (7 of 16 customers found this review helpful)

           
          1.0

          A Total Flop

          By Flanagin

          from Chicago

          Site Member

          Pros

            Cons

              Best Uses

                Comments about Garmin Oregon 300 GPS:

                I just got back from SW Colorado, and brought this GPS along with me for a test run.The thing lost all satelite singals just 6 miles into a 39 mile trek, and never recovered. I could even get a cell phone signal from time to time, and 6 satelites on my cell phone GPS, but this Garmin product was completely worthless.After the first six miles, I never got a signal again (not even when I got back to Denver and Chicago) and no, I didnt drop it or beat it up. By far the biggest waste of [$] I have ever spent. Its back to a topo map and compass for me.

                • Gift:
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                Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

                (7 of 16 customers found this review helpful)

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                Mar

                12

                2009

                (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                5.0

                NICE UNIT!

                By DODGE57HEMI

                from Colorado Springs Co

                About Me Mountain man, Practical, Stylish

                Site Member

                Pros

                • Compact
                • Durable
                • Easy To Use
                • Improves Experience
                • Nice features

                Cons

                • Lighting could be better

                Best Uses

                • Geocaching ATVing Mapping
                • Long Trips
                • Outdoors
                • Short Trips

                Comments about Garmin Oregon 300 GPS:

                Very nice esp. coming from a E-Trex Vista this is a superb little unit. If you thing is Geocaching it works great. I use mine for tracking while ATVing and it is perfect for that as well. I like to think of the Oregon as the do all machine. One thing to think about if you trying to decide between the 300 or the 400t go with the 300 as you can buy the same mapping software as the 400t (only diff between the 2) and plot your own courses the download it to the GPS. One other thing that is cool that you don't read about much is the field notes that you can put into the Oregon while Geocaching then upload them to the website!

                • Gift:
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                Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

                (6 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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