Route Scout - GPS Topo Mapper

Route Scout - GPS Topo Mapper

Exploring tool

28 ratings
10 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 22, 2015
  • July 1, 2026
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Record outdoor activities like hiking with detailed metrics including mileage, elevation, and speed. Navigate using offline topographic maps and receive audio alerts for nearby waypoints or when you go off-trail. Import and export routes in various GPX formats.

Offline topographic maps
Route recording and tracking
Waypoint management
Audio alerts for navigation
GPX import/export
Elevation and speed tracking
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What's New in Route Scout

7.5.1

July 1, 2026

• Updated network sync • Fixed pause bug • Updated dependencies

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User reviews

Excellent tool!

Just started using this app and greatly satisfied with it. Intuitive to use and the gps is very accurate.
Honestly I cannot find another app comparable to this one especially if you’re based in Arizona.
Great job to the developer.

Very versatile route tracking app

This a very versatile and accurate app for tracking your hikes/runs/walks/etc. You can record your track and export it. Gives you mileage, elevation gain, time, breaks, and so on, plus different map layers. You can also import existing routes and set to follow those. It can run in airplane mode, resulting in very little battery usage, even for a full day hike.
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Don’t Leave Hone Without it!

We love Route Scout! Thanks to hikearizona.com and this app we’ve been able to explore areas of AZ that we didn’t even know existed! Love researching the areas/hikes and the download is super simple. Thanks to everyone who contributes to this fabulous resource!!

No thanks

There are too many other easy apps. This app is anything but simple. Easy to record a hike but not so much if you simply want to download a hike and follow it.

Very cool

Cheesy audio and 16 bit graphics. Also absolutely the most functional and useful hiking app I have ever used (been through half a dozen). Very accurate and has alerts when u get off track. Fair warning if you a want a simple clean user interface this is not your app. It is a little clunky and requires some figuring out for downloading routes etc. that said assuming it has the route I need available I would not use anything else.
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FAQ

What is Route Scout?

Route Scout is a free GPS topographic mapping application designed for recording and navigating outdoor activities like hiking. It offers offline maps, route tracking, and audio alerts.

Does Route Scout have ads?

No, Route Scout is ad-free, providing an uninterrupted experience for users during their outdoor adventures.

What devices does Route Scout support?

Currently, Route Scout is supported on iPhone devices.

How often is Route Scout updated?

The app was last updated on March 11, 2026, indicating a commitment to ongoing development and improvements.

What is the age rating for Route Scout?

Route Scout has an age rating of 17+, suggesting it may contain content or features more suitable for mature audiences.

Can I import routes into Route Scout?

Yes, Route Scout allows direct GPX import. The last imported route can automatically set to follow mode for seamless navigation.

What kind of navigation alerts does Route Scout offer?

Route Scout provides audio options for split times, alerts for nearby waypoints, and notifications if you go off-trail.

How does Route Scout compare to other navigation apps?

Route Scout focuses on offline topographic maps and detailed outdoor activity tracking, offering features like GPX import/export and specific audio alerts that differentiate it from general navigation tools.