Record and revisit hikes and rides with detailed logs, photos, and weather. Earn badges for achievements and track your progress over time. Print your adventures as keepsakes.
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July 15, 2026
Added additional workout types pulled from HealthKit (Hiking, Biking, Outdoor walk)
Cairn is a personal trail journal designed to help you record and revisit every hike and ride. It goes beyond simple tracking to capture the essence of your outdoor adventures with detailed logs, photos, and weather information.
You can import workouts directly from Apple Health with GPS routes intact, drop GPX files from your watch or other trail apps, or add an outing manually with just your memory and notes.
Yes, Cairn scores each outing against five badge packs: Push, Places, Patterns, Explore, and Elements. Stones are earned as you hit milestones, build consistency, and explore new terrain, encouraging continued activity.
Absolutely. The Stats tab displays lifetime totals, yearly breakdowns, and personal records, while the Map tab plots every trail you've covered, allowing you to look back on your journey.
Yes, Cairn allows you to export entries as physical keepsakes, providing a tangible record of the places you've been and what they meant to you.
Your log is stored securely in the cloud, remaining private and yours. The developer states they do not sell your data or use it for advertising.
Cairn is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod, making it accessible across various Apple devices.
The latest version of Cairn was released on July 15, 2026, indicating recent development and support. The app was initially released on July 8, 2026.