# Scenic Map Grand Canyon — Offline 3D topo maps

> Offline 3D topographic map for Grand Canyon and Arizona with GPS tracking. (iPhone/iPad app by GrangerFX.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scenic-map-grand-canyon/id363698832 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [GrangerFX](https://appshunter.io/developer/363698835)
- Category: Navigation, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 20 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.1 · 67 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-04-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scenic-map-grand-canyon/id363698832/reviews.md

## What is Scenic Map Grand Canyon?

Explore the rich landscapes around the Grand Canyon and Arizona while you discover Scenic Map, the best 3D topo map for the iPad and iPhone. The vector map data is contained within the app and can be used without an internet connection. Use it in a car, a boat, a plane or while hiking.

Online satellite image overlays add breathtaking detail and realism to the maps (tap preset 2 or 4 when Online Map is enabled). You can use them as you travel to see what is hidden from view at ground level. This takes moving maps to a whole new level. With an in-app purchase you can expand the coverage to the entire world via the Scenic Map online map and cache the data for offline use.

Use the two finger vertical swipe gesture to tilt the map for a 3D view. Scroll like a map or fly like a flight simulator. Enable Joystick Gestures in the Settings menu and then fly around the terrain using a virtual joystick. Prefer only 2D maps? Enable the 2D Map option in the Settings menu.

Scenic Map is simply the best 3D topo map available for a mobile device. You will see incredible detail while scrolling, rotating and zooming perfectly smoothly. You will see every road even if you zoom out to the altitude of a satellite. As you zoom in, you will see every small bump and hollow of the Earth and terrain features as small as ten meters. Unlike old fashioned topo maps, Scenic Map’s roads and trails are up to date thanks to OpenStreetMap.org. It contains polygons for urban areas, shopping malls, an ever growing number of buildings and many other features, The best lake, pond, stream and rivers from the USGS and Canadian public databases are also included.

Tap the GPS center button to begin tracking your location. As you move, you will generate a track file. Tracks can be replayed with video like controls to speed up, slow down, pause, restart or skip to the end. You can display existing tracks while recording another if you want to retrace your route. When online, you can automatically create a route from your current GPS location to any other point on the map. Tracks can be received from or sent to other apps in GPX format. GPS recording stops automatically after you have remained stationary for some time or you can choose to manually stop tracking by tapping on the top track in the Tracks view.

Never before have maps been this customizable. For example, you can turn on or off the roads. You can change the lighting direction or remove terrain shading entirely. You can display contour lines even over satellite images. There are five presets which let you quickly switch between map styles. Use Metric, English or Nautical units and choose one of four different coordinate displays including UTM.

Want to learn more about a map feature? Tap the target icon and center the feature under the compass rose to display its name, type, urban area, county, state, elevation and coordinates. You will also see a bearing line back to your current GPS location or from your location to a selected waypoint. The status bar shows the bearing direction and distance along with the map and GPS elevation, the track length, and your current speed and direction of travel.

In-app documentation is provided in the Help section at the top of the Settings menu. Links are provided in the documentation to detailed coverage maps, tutorial videos, installation guide and blog at ScenicMap.com
Map data © OpenStreetMap and contributors under the Open Database License 

Scenic Map supports GPS tracking while the app is in the background.
Caution: Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

## Key features

- Offline 3D topographic maps
- Satellite image overlays
- GPS tracking and route replay
- Customizable map styles
- Joystick flight simulator mode
- GPX track import/export

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Whole World Map Coverage | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 20)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scenic-map-grand-canyon/id363698832/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Nul

*2013-12-25, version 1.5.1*

Simplement nul

### 1/5 — Won't download 1.51

*2013-07-05*

Can't use this this product since it won't download and install 1.51 even on a new purchase.

### 5/5 — Superb

*2013-04-06*

I have been blown away from this app. I needed an offline map of Grand Canyon and surroundings with GPS tracking capability so that I could tell where we were whilst driving off the beaten track so I was pleased to have found this app. Little did I know that, by the moment you switch it on, it tracks and records all of you movements, including speed which you are travelling at. It even records how long you stop at certain places for! The next morning we played back the 5 hours trip we took and we were amazed about how the entire trip unfolded on the map. This is a must-have app for serious travellers who want a visual, step-by-step memento of their journeys. Well done to the app publishers!!

### 4/5 — Fascinating

*2012-11-10*

To the previous brilliant reviewer...I care about dessert as it's my favorite part of a meal.  As for the desert, if you've been to desert locales and/or are fascinated by maps and topography, you'll find these views extremely interesting.  Now you can tell what's behind that inaccessible hill or mesa that you always wondered about.  These maps would be great for hikers or riders plotting a course for business or pleasure.  I just wish you had more New Mexico locales.  Well worth the price.

### 1/5 — Waste of time

*2012-10-05*

Who cares about the dessert this app is lame

### 5/5 — AWESOME,this app blows me away

*2012-08-04*

AWESOME,this app blows me away I i downloaded and used  the GRAND CANYON map and it contained so many obscure little off the beaten path roads that i like to explore.
For example check out JOHNS CANYON ROAD north west of MEXICAN HAT, UTAH this dirt road is in the middle of no where and in some spots is a white knuckle-r to drive it starts out high clearance two wheel drive then ends in 4wd, and here it is in this app start to finish. I was so impressed with the amount of detail , and the topo terrain and shading,  that I decide to upgrade to the complete WESTERN STATES map and I was amazed to see that a new road here in south Orange County, Ca.  that was just built last year and it is included in the Western states version, (talk about up to date). Yes the app takes a good chunk of memory so i had to delete a bunch of useless & ridiculous apps, videos, music and photos in my IPHONE 3G  but but for me it is well worth having all this useful map data & info on the device, and not have to worry about  WiFi or a cellular network  where i go camping that stuff just doesn't exist. It was well worth the money spent. I use it with an  IPHONE 3G paired to a DUAL XGPS 150A Bluetooth receiver , and it screams, the topo terrain renders and transitions from one map area to another is flawless, also the birds eye view with a little bit of angle to put your perspective behind the position cursor is real nice.

### 4/5 — Pour le plaisir des yeux !

*2012-04-18, version 1.3*

L'exemple du Track "Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour" est magnifique du décollage au retour à travers le fond du Canyon.
Je vais tester l'application sur un survol du Grand Canyon en Hélicoptère, 25 mn seulement bientôt en juin 2012...

Application à prendre comme un divertissement ludique et vérifier que la 3D respecte bien le paysage.
Sur les tracks de démo on voit l'ombre de l'avion ou de l'hélico donnant encore plus l'impression d'être devant le film de "Stars War" !!!

### 5/5 — Works great!

*2012-02-28*

It took less than 30 seconds to download over WiFI. My 3G data plan does not allow downloads over 20MBs. That might be the other reviewers issue.

I especially like the two finger map rotation. Really nice and extremely fast rendering engine in this app!

### 4/5 — Better than trying to fold those gas station maps back up to fit in the glove compartment

*2012-01-18*

To answer Mark's question, it's 256Mb. Suggest you check your internet connection. Took me about 3 minutes to download and 1 minute to install. After playing with this for a while I'm sure there is more here than most people would ever use. Even on a trip to the Grand Canyon this would give you enough info to make your trip way more enjoyable. All the places that people never get to. Hell, I'm going this spring. See ya there.

### 1/5 — El Crapola

*2011-09-11*

Worthless as it stands with bad maps in limited areas with poor lettering and lousy graphics and repeated ad-cluttered pitches to upgrade, What's not to like??? Sometimes I think app developers are geniuses and sometimes, like these guys, are just either incompetent or con artists. Don't even give them the dignity if your click on. Sorry I did.

## Frequently asked questions about Scenic Map Grand Canyon

### Does Scenic Map Grand Canyon have ads?

No, Scenic Map Grand Canyon does not contain advertisements. It is a completely ad-free application.

### What devices is Scenic Map Grand Canyon compatible with?

Scenic Map Grand Canyon is available for both iPhone and iPad devices, offering a seamless experience across Apple's mobile platforms.

### How often is Scenic Map Grand Canyon updated?

The app was last updated on January 19, 2024, with version 1.9.2. This indicates regular maintenance and potential feature additions.

### What is the age rating for Scenic Map Grand Canyon?

Scenic Map Grand Canyon has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for users of all ages.

### Can I use Scenic Map Grand Canyon without an internet connection?

Yes, the app's vector map data is contained within the app and can be used without an internet connection, making it ideal for offline exploration.

### How does Scenic Map Grand Canyon compare to other navigation apps?

Users praise Scenic Map Grand Canyon for its incredibly detailed 3D topographic maps and smooth performance, even at high zoom levels. It offers advanced features like joystick flight simulation and customizable map layers.

### What kind of map detail can I expect with Scenic Map Grand Canyon?

You can expect to see every road, even when zoomed out to satellite altitude. As you zoom in, you'll see terrain features as small as ten meters, including roads, trails, lakes, ponds, streams, and buildings.

### What are the benefits of the in-app purchase for Scenic Map Grand Canyon?

The in-app purchase allows you to expand map coverage to the entire world and cache data for offline use, significantly increasing the app's utility beyond the initial Grand Canyon focus.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.9.2 — 2024-01-19

Fixed track recording in iOS 17.
Fixed the settings menu in landscape mode on iPhone.
Fixed low frame rate when the information bar is enabled.
The map's highest detail is now displayed while scrolling.

### 1.8.14 — 2021-08-26

Updated maps and bug fixes.

### 1.8.12 — 2020-10-05

Dark mode fixes.

### 1.8.11 — 2020-06-13

iOS 13 support
Updated map data

### 1.8.10 — 2019-11-16

Fixed GPX file import issue

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