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onX Backcountry: 3D Trail Maps

onX Backcountry: 3D Trail Maps

Offline Hiking & Biking GPS

6.5K ratings
497 reviews
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Released
December 9, 2020
Updated
October 19, 2026

Features

Background Location Access

Developer

onXmaps, Inc.
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About

Navigate the backcountry with offline maps and GPS tracking for hiking, skiing, and biking. Discover new trails, plan routes, and access detailed terrain data, weather forecasts, and hazard information. Your ultimate companion for outdoor adventures, even without cell service.

✓Offline 3D, LiDAR-based topo maps
✓Activity-specific Map Modes
✓Avalanche Terrain Exposure Scale (ATES) maps
✓Weather and wind forecasts
✓Custom route planning with snap-to-trail
✓Distance and elevation measurement
✓Breadcrumb trail tracking
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What users say about onX Backcountry

Reviews of onX Backcountry are mostly positive: the Navigation app is rated 4.8/5 from 6.5K App Store ratings. What users like most: great mapping features, intuitive user interface. Top complaints: limited content for Canada, difficult to cancel subscription. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 🚀Great mapping features
  • 👍Intuitive user interface
  • 🗺️Offline maps work well
  • 📍Accurate GPS tracking
  • 🤝Excellent customer service

Negative things

  • 🇨🇦Limited content for Canada
  • 🚫Difficult to cancel subscription
  • 🔢Lacks metric units
  • 🔋Battery draining issues
  • 🗺️Inaccurate elevation data
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What's New in onX Backcountry

26.41.0

October 19, 2026

We improved user experience with a few bug fixes as well as preparing the app for future feature updates.

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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

onX SOS

24/7 emergency rescue coordination

$49.991 Year
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This app dropped -1 position in Navigation chart.

Last updated on October 20, 2026.

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Last updated on October 20, 2026.

Events

Read more about Professional Rescue Coverage
Event EndedMajor Update

Professional Rescue Coverage

Get connected to a 24/7 professional rescue team.

Aug 28, 2026 — Sep 28, 2026

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Multi-Activity Backcountry Map

Plan the adventure that suits your needs.

Jul 31, 2026 — Aug 27, 2026

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Active Wildfire & Smoke Layer

View wildfire hotspots and monitor traveling smoke

Jul 6, 2026 — Aug 6, 2026

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User reviews

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Great

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JJerrel3d

Dispersed camping layer not available

Specifically downloaded this app for dispersed camping information for our mountain biking trips. Mountain biking information appears to be excellent but the dispersed camping layer on the map It’s not showing up and there appears to be no update available.
$M$ingletrack Mind

Great App

This is a great app and they have great customer service!
RRmarvids

Excellent product

Excellent product and customer support.
Ddavid.higgins74

Wow

Best app for traveling, if you live vanlife this is a must have!
DDigitagraphy
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

App crashes when logging out without internet

Bug

Offline maps not always working as expected

Bug

Elevation data missing or incorrect

Bug
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Requested Features

5 requests

Add more Canadian trails and content

Feature

Improve route planning and waypoint tools

Feature

Integrate with wearable devices

Feature

Provide more detailed slope and aspect information

Feature

Allow easier subscription cancellation

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FAQ

What does onX Backcountry do?

onX Backcountry is an offline GPS mapping and navigation app designed for outdoor recreation. It allows users to discover trails, plan routes, and navigate confidently through hiking, backcountry skiing, and mountain biking activities, even without cell service.

What are the key features of onX Backcountry?

Key features include offline 3D and LiDAR-based topographic maps, activity-specific map modes for hiking and skiing, Avalanche Terrain Exposure Scale (ATES) maps, weather and wind forecasts, custom route planning with snap-to-trail functionality, distance and elevation measurement, and breadcrumb trail tracking.

How much does onX Backcountry cost?

The app offers a free trial for its Elite features. While the app itself can be downloaded and used with some basic functionality, advanced features and full access to maps and data require a subscription, which is available through in-app purchases.

What kind of maps does onX Backcountry offer?

The app provides high-definition topographic maps, satellite imagery, and hybrid basemaps. It also features specialized maps like 3D LiDAR-based topo maps, Avalanche Terrain Exposure Scale (ATES) maps, and recent snow imagery, all of which can be downloaded for offline use.

Who is onX Backcountry for?

This app is ideal for hikers, backcountry skiers, snowboarders, and mountain bikers who venture into remote areas. It's for anyone who needs reliable offline navigation, detailed terrain analysis, and safety information like avalanche forecasts and hazard layers.