Hypsometric Map

Above is a hypsometric map, revealing the elevation of the terrain using different colors. It is also known as a shaded relief map. This specific map shows the elevation of Dummerston, Vermont. 


http://mappery.com/Elevation-Map-of-Dummerston-Vermont

PLSS Map

Above is a PLSS map. PLSS stands for Public Land Survey System and is used to divide public land divisions, which is owned by the Federal government. This particular photograph shows the states included in the PLSS, designated by the color blue. 

http://www.nationalatlas.gov/articles/boundaries/a_plss.html

Cadastral Map

http://elcoco.co/new-cadastral-maps-provide-better-security-for-property-in-costa-rica/

This is a cadastral map of property in Costa Rica. This will allow the exact property lines and boundaries to be easily distinguished. This gives property owners in Costa Rica a piece of mind and sense of security. It can also provide visual insight to properties that are too close to the coast.

Thematic Map

http://soils.usda.gov/use/thematic/moist_regimes.html

This map is a thematic map of the amount of soil moisture in the United States. A thematic map focuses on one aspect or topic, such as soil moisture in this case. As you can see, there is much higher soil moisture values in the eastern part of the country compared to the western part of the country.

Topographic Map

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Topographic_map

This is a topographic map of the Stowe, Virginia area. It includes contour lines that signify elevation on the map. It also includes man-made and natural features of the land. 

Planimetric Map

http://www.maps.com/ref_map.aspx?pid=11715

This is a planimetric map of the state of Florida. It is a planimetric map because it represents the horizontal positions of features, with no regard to elevation. 

Mental Map

http://aparnadesign.wordpress.com/

This is a mental map conveying global warming and its theories, affects, and solutions. It qualifies as a mental map because it is referring to a specific person's point-of-view and thoughts on the subject of global warming. It goes into great detail on all of the aspects contributing to global warming. It specifically shows this person's outlook on the subject matter.