Hypsometric Map

This is a type of topo map called a hypsometric map. this type of map uses different colors to illustrate elevation change.
http://www.lib.uoguelph.ca/resources/data_resource_centre/geospatial_data_resources/tactical_pilotage_charts.cfm

Cadastral Map

www.fig.net/hsm/news/frans_1_2007.htm

This is a cadastral map that shows the metes and bounds of a area. this map also shows roads and property lines.

PLSS Map

This is a nice PLSS map that shows the different survey areas of Alaska. look at the north slope!!!
www.digitalpetrodata.com/page/products_alaska.htm

Thematic Map

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

This is a great map that shows the soil moisture content in the US. notice the "bread basket" has a lot more dry soil than the coastal plain.

Topographic Map

This Topographic map shows the intricate details of the elevation changes as well as the rivers and natural features.

geography.unco.edu/jdoerner/GEOG274/map.htm

Planimetric Map

geography.unco.edu/jdoerner/GEOG274/map.htm

This is a great Planimetric map, it combined the vertical topo features and the horizontal boundaries of a typical road map. it also shows bodies of water and city boundaries.