# NZ Topo50 North Island — Complete offline 1:50k topomap

> Offline topographic maps of New Zealand's North Island with navigation features. (iPhone/iPad app by Right Place Resources.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nz-topo50-north-island/id602524763 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Right Place Resources](https://appshunter.io/developer/522317291)
- Category: Navigation, Sports
- Price: $3.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 61 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 2.2 GB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-02-20
- Data updated: 2026-09-03
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nz-topo50-north-island/id602524763/reviews.md

## What is NZ Topo50 North Island?

This app provides complete offline topographic map coverage of the North Island of New Zealand from the LINZ Topo50 1:50k scale map series.  The maps are all contained in the installation so there is no additional need for downloads, no need for phone or wifi signal, no slow server issues, no account signups, no missing tiles, and no additional map fees. Just install for seamless off-line zooming and panning across the whole island down to 1:50k scale. The app also includes built in 1:50k resolution satellite images and elevation data. Additional aerial imagery and vector map can be downloaded.

Other integrated data includes DOC hunting permit boundaries, DOC huts, campgrounds, and tracks, Te Araroa trails, Public Conservation Land boundaries, selected public road parcels, and many others.

The app has a full suite of navigation functions including GPS location, compass orientation, distance to map locations, track recording and graphing, route creation and following, slope angle and hillshade overlays, import/export of gpx and kml files, search functions for named places and user data. Add and edit your own locations and routes and plot elevation profiles. Set proximity alarms. Share your location. Use your camera view to identify surrounding peaks and match with local topography. Uses an intuitive simple interface with one-touch access to all functions. 

LINZ TOPO250 series maps are used at lower zoom levels for easier navigation.

Perfect for outback use out of cell phone range. GPS and maps function fully without phone coverage. No need to cache files in advance either as they are all fully installed with the app. Popular with trampers, hikers, runners, bikers, search and rescue (SAR), hunters, boaters, flying, paragliding, as well as survey applications.

Note that continuous use of GPS will run down the battery faster than when not using the GPS. The NZTopo50 app gives you full control over when GPS is used. The map can be used without GPS, intermittently with GPS for spot checking of location, continuously for logging while the app is open, or for continuous background logging when the phone is off. 

Check our website for links to user guides and useful tips and tricks.

The in-app purchases are for an optional contribution to ongoing app development, or for selected additional third party data sets. They don't affect the functionality of the app or the availability of updates.

Feel free to get in touch with any suggestions.

## Key features

- Offline topographic maps (1:50k scale)
- Integrated satellite imagery and elevation data
- GPS location and compass orientation
- Track recording and route creation
- Import/export GPX and KML files
- Search for named places
- Camera view for peak identification

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $3.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Product Support | $0.99 | one-time |
| Product Support | $5.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 61)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nz-topo50-north-island/id602524763/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Great app but needs some work

*2026-03-14, version 6.02.02*

Can you please fix the top and bottom navigation as it is not expanding the whole screen on landscape mode

### 5/5 — Excellent, thank you 🙏

*2026-01-26, version 6.01.07*

Probably the best app I have on my phone. Use for all my mountain missions. Highly recommend.

### 5/5 — Everything you need and nothing you don’t

*2026-01-04*

Easy to use, very helpful for traveling to NZ

### 5/5 — Best Hunting App NZ

*2025-12-30, version 6.01.07*

Best app for hunting in Nz, shows exactly where the boundaries are for hunting zones and also track your route and save you from getting lost in bushes. Can’t recommend highly enough! Only request from developers is to add high resolution satellite images, else too maps are great and shows all the tracks for trampers and access routes for hunters.

### 5/5 — Reliable and accurate. Could add more functionality

*2025-12-06, version 6.01.07*

Overall a really good app that I’ve found invaluable since I’ve begun using it earlier this year.

I would like the developers to make recording a route and it’s kms and elevation much easier, like onthegomap.com. 

Also, I would pay a reasonable amount for more filter options ie regional council walking route etc. Currently has only DOC walks. Not sure if this is possible or not.

### 5/5 — Don’t leave home without it

*2025-12-05, version 6.01.07*

Have had app for years now, I use it when out trail riding new areas and hunting doc bush. I just hit record and let it go. I carry a physical compass as well and the map is very accurate when I’ve doubted myself. Excellent off line tracker/recorder

### 5/5 — Excellent App

*2025-09-01, version 6.00.05*

This app saves my bacon at least once every few weeks for my missions in the Tararuas etc. Thank you!

### 5/5 — Best purchase ever

*2025-08-06, version 6.00.05*

Wouldn’t leave home without it

### 1/5 — 🤦🏻‍♂️

*2025-07-06, version 6.00.03*

Used to be great ! Untill you have updated the app and i can not figure out how to bring different overlay doc boundaries up . Was black and white and easy. Not any more!

### 5/5 — INCREDIBLE.

*2025-07-04*

As a visitor to NZ I had my Garmin GPS/inreach with me hiking and hunting. Turns out I never used it for navigation as this app was significantly better, more user friendly, more features, the list goes on. Incredible!! I’ll be using the South Island one on my next trip!! Well done team!

## Frequently asked questions about NZ Topo50 North Island

### What does the NZ Topo50 North Island app do?

This app provides comprehensive offline topographic map coverage of New Zealand's North Island at a 1:50k scale. It includes integrated satellite imagery, elevation data, and various land use boundaries, allowing for detailed navigation and exploration without an internet connection.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include offline topographic maps, GPS location tracking, compass orientation, track recording, route creation, the ability to import/export GPX and KML files, and a camera view for identifying surrounding peaks. It also displays integrated data like DOC hut boundaries and Te Araroa trails.

### How much does the app cost?

The app itself is free to download and install, with all maps contained within the installation. There are optional in-app purchases available for contributions to ongoing app development or for selected additional third-party data sets, but these do not affect core functionality.

### Is this app compatible with my device?

While specific compatibility details are not provided in the description, the app is designed for mobile devices and functions fully without phone or Wi-Fi signal, indicating it's intended for smartphones and tablets. Users can check the app store for specific OS requirements.

### Who would benefit from using this app?

This app is perfect for anyone venturing into areas with limited or no cell service, such as trampers, hikers, runners, bikers, hunters, boaters, and search and rescue personnel. Surveyors and paragliders would also find its detailed mapping and navigation features useful.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.04.02 — 2026-07-01

Vector map. Updates to location sharing settings. Another level of aerial image detail added.

### 6.03.03 — 2026-05-10

Bug fixes

### 6.03.02 — 2026-05-04

Minor UI changes and function updates.

### 6.03.01 — 2026-04-18

New quick links for turning data layers on/off
Location sharing and live tracking, including support for Satellite networks
Set proximity and departure notifications
Import/Export dialog boxes to give more options over formatting
Full uncompressed topographic map images can be downloaded for improved map clarity
More options for editing routes - long press to add points, tap to join together with existing tracks
Other UI improvements to graphs and information

### 6.02.02 — 2026-02-09

Updated map tiles.
Stop/Pause confirmation for track recording.

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## More apps by Right Place Resources

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All apps by Right Place Resources: https://appshunter.io/developer/522317291

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