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onX Backcountry: 3D Trail Maps

onX Backcountry: 3D Trail Maps

Offline Hiking & Biking GPS

6.6K ratings
499 reviews
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Released
December 9, 2020
Updated
November 3, 2026

Features

Background Location Access

Developer

onXmaps, Inc.
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Navigate the outdoors with detailed 3D offline maps for hiking, biking, and skiing. Plan routes, track your progress, and access real-time weather and hazard information, even without cell service.

✓Interactive 3D offline maps
✓GPS navigation and activity tracking
✓Activity-specific map modes
✓Hazard and weather layers
✓Custom route building
✓Dispersed camping locator
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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 6.6K 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

26.43.0

November 3, 2026

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

5

Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

onX SOS

24/7 emergency rescue coordination

$49.991 Year
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Charts

Top Grossing

📉 27-1

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This app dropped -1 position in Navigation chart.

Last updated on November 4, 2026.

Top Free

📈 43+1

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This app rose +1 position in Navigation chart.

Last updated on November 4, 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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Read more about Active Wildfire & Smoke Layer
Event EndedMajor Update

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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Customer service is great

I spoke with Travis the other day because I couldn’t figure out how to perform a certain function in the software. He was very helpful and walked me through the solution. Nothing tells more about a company than how they treat their customers. I am loving the functionality of this program versus the good old standards like Gaia or All Trails. You should too.
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Ddjgrimaldi

Excellent app

Great app for backpacking, hiking and otherwise exploring nature!!!
Rrickyoubre

Great

Not too bad
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
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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

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Requested Features

5 requests

Add more Canadian trails and content

Feature

Improve route planning and waypoint tools

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Integrate with wearable devices

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Provide more detailed slope and aspect information

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Allow easier subscription cancellation

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FAQ

Does onX Backcountry work without cell service?

Yes, onX Backcountry is designed for offline GPS navigation. You can download 3D offline maps and access trail data and map layers even when you have no signal.

What subscription plans are available for onX Backcountry?

onX Backcountry offers several subscription plans, including monthly and yearly options. Some plans provide a free trial period of 7 days or 1 month, with prices ranging from $9.99 to $14.99 per month or $24.99 per year.

How accurate is the GPS tracking in onX Backcountry?

Users have reported accurate GPS tracking with onX Backcountry. The app utilizes detailed mapping data to help you navigate off-grid trails and track your activity stats reliably.

Does onX Backcountry have ads?

Yes, onX Backcountry contains advertisements. As a free app with in-app purchases, it includes ads to support its development and features.

What devices does onX Backcountry support?

onX Backcountry is available on iPhone and iPad devices. It is designed to provide a seamless experience across Apple's mobile platforms.

How often is onX Backcountry updated?

The latest version of onX Backcountry is 26.43.0, last updated on November 3, 2026. Updates typically include new features, bug fixes, and improvements to mapping data.

What are the pros and cons of onX Backcountry according to users?

Users praise onX Backcountry for its great mapping features, intuitive interface, and reliable offline maps and GPS tracking. However, some users have noted limited content for Canada and difficulties with subscription cancellation.

Is onX Backcountry suitable for all ages?

onX Backcountry has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for users of all ages. The app's focus on outdoor navigation and safety features is beneficial for a wide range of users.