# OuterSpatial: Get Outside — Your Trusted Adventure Guide

> Outdoor adventure discovery, navigation, and community platform. (iPhone/iPad app by Trailhead Labs.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/outerspatial-get-outside/id1254161962 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Trailhead Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/930274245)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Travel
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 894 App Store ratings · 45 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 179 MB
- Languages: American English, European Spanish
- Released: 2017-07-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/outerspatial-get-outside/id1254161962/reviews.md

## What is OuterSpatial?

The guide to all your favorite outdoor activities, OuterSpatial connects you with other like-minded adventurers and the organizations that protect and manage your favorite outdoor places.

Use OuterSpatial to discover new places, navigate while on the trail, and share your adventures with others who love to play outside. OuterSpatial makes getting outside easy by putting information about amazing destinations — including curated articles, events, directions, photos, maps, and brochures — right at your fingertips.

# Features

- Browsable, up-to-date library of outdoor recreation information maintained by our partner organizations.
- Beautiful maps designed specifically for outdoor usage (both day and night).
- Transit, biking, walking, and driving directions to trailheads, campgrounds, and other locations.
- Information about in-person and virtual events.
- Real-time updates about on-the-ground conditions.
- Challenges to motivate you to experience the outdoors in new and exciting ways.
- Tools to help you contribute back to your favorite organization and share your outdoor experiences with others.

# Communities

OuterSpatial includes communities for all states and territories in the United States states as Alberta in Canada. Additionally, the following sponsored communities are currently available:

- Bend: Bend, Oregon
- CA State Parks: California-wide
- Daycation: Portland, Oregon
- Martha's Vineyard: Massachusetts
- National Recreation Trails: USA-wide
- Trails LA County: Los Angeles County, California

# Partner Organizations

We partner with hundreds of the world’s best parks and recreation organizations, including:

- Alaska State Parks (AK)
- Bend Park and Recreation District (OR)
- California State Parks (CA)
- City of Bloomington (IN)
- Five Rivers MetroParks (OH)
- Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation (CA)
- Miami County Park District (OH)
- Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (CA)
- Nevada State Parks (NV)
- North Dakota Parks & Recreation (ND)
- Ohio Department of Natural Resources (OH)
- Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests (NH)
- San Francisco Crosstown Trail (CA)
- State of Hawai'i Department of Land and Natural Resources (HI)
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USA-wide)
- Visit Utah (UT)
- Yosemite National Park (CA)

Interested in joining OuterSpatial? Shoot us an email at sales@outerspatial.com. We’d love to hear from you!

(This app uses background location to let you know when you're approaching a task location for challenges you're participating in. Continued use of background location may decrease battery life.)

## Key features

- Discover new outdoor places
- Navigate trails with detailed maps
- Connect with other adventurers
- Access curated articles and events
- Real-time condition updates
- Outdoor challenges

## What do users think of OuterSpatial?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 👍 Helpful map features
- 🚀 Useful for hiking and biking
- 💡 Potential for transit integration

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔌 Connectivity issues and slow load times
- 👎 Unintuitive and difficult to use
- 🔍 Limited search and filtering options

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Login and sign-up problems
- Maps not displaying correctly
- Constant update checks
- Disappearing trails and routes

**Most requested features**

- Offline map downloads
- Improved search and filtering
- Transit and bike directions
- Better organization and navigation

## Recent user reviews (10 of 45)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/outerspatial-get-outside/id1254161962/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Can't zoom on downloaded maps

*2026-08-03, version 2026.07.4*

I used this for the SF Crosstown Trail. Had to use live maps because I couldn't scroll and zoom on downloaded maps. Also, the maps were poor quality, only highlighting the route and not always showing alternate paths at intersections. Next time I might print paper maps

### 1/5 — Crashes every time I try to use it

*2026-06-06, version 2026.06.2*

I can open the app then click on something like a hiking trial  and it that opens but the moment I touch anywhere on the screen it crashes. I can reproduce this every time so it should be an easy bug to fix. Do that and I’ll reassess and update the rating if warranted. For now it’s one star since the app is unusable.

### 1/5 — Trash

*2026-05-08, version 2026.04.8*

None of the “log in” buttons work. I’m so confused how I can’t do the hike challenge without logging in yet the app will not allow me to log in and set up an account.

### 1/5 — Can’t login

*2026-02-01, version 2.15.10*

Login won’t work, email sent with code but when pasted in says it doesn’t match. I wanted to participate in my parks program but this is too frustrating!

### 1/5 — How to book cottages at CC

*2025-11-04, version 2025.10.5*

Is this the way we will be able to rent the cottages 6mo. out?

### 3/5 — So Helpful

*2025-10-31, version 2025.10.4*

The thing I love most about the app is that once you find yourself in the park, you can use the map to make sure you are on the correct trail going in the direction you desire. 

I love it.

### 1/5 — Not user friendly

*2025-10-30, version 2025.10.3*

Cannot get outings to check-in.

### 4/5 — Love this

*2025-09-20, version 2025.09.1*

I didn’t know this app exists !!!! I wanted to go hiking and thank gods I accidentally step on this app !!!!

### 3/5 — Needs improvement

*2025-09-19, version 2025.09.1*

Font is tiny and no way to adjust. Locations without details lock up the app.

### 5/5 — Neat Hiking App

*2025-09-02, version 2025.08.4*

Great App for seeing all the secondary trails & hidden gems not noted on the regular park maps.

## Frequently asked questions about OuterSpatial

### What does OuterSpatial do?

OuterSpatial serves as a guide for outdoor activities, connecting users with other adventurers and the organizations that manage outdoor spaces. It helps users discover new places, navigate trails, and share their experiences.

### What are the key features of OuterSpatial?

Key features include a library of outdoor recreation information, specialized maps for outdoor use, directions to various locations, event information, real-time condition updates, motivational challenges, and tools for community contribution.

### Is OuterSpatial free to use?

Yes, the application is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned.

### What kind of outdoor activities can I use OuterSpatial for?

The app is designed for a wide range of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and general exploration of parks and recreational areas. It provides information and navigation for trailheads, campgrounds, and other destinations.

### What regions does OuterSpatial cover?

OuterSpatial includes communities for all states and territories in the United States, as well as Alberta in Canada. It also features specific sponsored communities like CA State Parks, Daycation (Portland, OR), and National Recreation Trails.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2026.08.3 — 2026-08-24

Update your email from Profile settings without losing your account progress, and badge-sharing cards close smoothly when you tap outside them.

If you're enjoying OuterSpatial, help us grow the community by leaving a five-star review. Have questions or run into any issues? We're here to help: visitors+ios@outerspatial.com. Happy exploring!

### 2026.08.2 — 2026-08-22

Challenges, events, and your community home now recognize their sponsors. Community maps pick up closure changes sooner and stay available when a refresh fails, and offline access and everyday interactions are more reliable throughout the app.

If you're enjoying OuterSpatial, help us grow the community by leaving a five-star review. Have questions or run into any issues? We're here to help: visitors+ios@outerspatial.com. Happy exploring!

### 2026.08.1 — 2026-08-06

Settings is organized into clearly titled groups, so options are easier to find. Text follows your preferred size across the app with better VoiceOver support, and maps and nearby results follow the real shape of trails, areas, and community borders.

If you're enjoying OuterSpatial, help us grow the community by leaving a five-star review. Have questions or run into any issues? We're here to help: visitors+ios@outerspatial.com. Happy exploring!

### 2026.07.4 — 2026-07-24

Press and hold on the map works again, community maps and feeds stay true to the community you're in, and screens that hit a bad connection now offer a Try Again button instead of a dead end.

If you're enjoying OuterSpatial, help us grow the community by leaving a five-star review. Have questions or run into any issues? We're here to help: visitors+ios@outerspatial.com. Happy exploring!

### 2026.07.3 — 2026-07-21

Distances and arrival checks now follow the real shape of large areas and trails, so you won't see "You're Here" when you're still miles away. Challenges also load more reliably — including big multi-location passports — and the Social tab, Home screen, and organization screens got a round of polish.

If you're enjoying OuterSpatial, help us grow the community by leaving a five-star review. Have questions or run into any issues? We're here to help: visitors+ios@outerspatial.com. Happy exploring!

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