# Skiwise - For Nordic Skiers — Trail Reports, Maps & Search

> Crowdsourced trail reports and discovery for Nordic skiers. (iPhone/iPad app by Skiwise LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skiwise-for-nordic-skiers/id1491659436 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Skiwise LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1491659225)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Sports
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 251 App Store ratings · 30 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.4 · 89 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-12-30
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skiwise-for-nordic-skiers/id1491659436/reviews.md

## What is Skiwise?

Skiwise allows Nordic Skiers to connect with a vast network of fellow skiers to share trail conditions, trail details and more. It's an essential tool for optimizing your workouts and connecting you with your local ski community.

We solve the problem skiers face every winter where they get gear up to go skiing only to arrive at a trail system to find that it hasn't been groomed recently. We fix this problem by crowdsourcing trail reports directly from your mobile device.

Skiwise accomplishes this goal through it's 3 primary features:

Crowdsourced Trail Reports -
View, edit and create trail reports directly from your phone. We feature the ability to subscribe to trails you frequently ski at and be notified when new trail reports are submitted for that trail.

Optimized Trail System Discovery -
Discover trails based on location, rating, city and more! View past trail reports and details on the trail system including number of kilometers and ski pass information.

Nearby Trail Map -
Find out what trails are closest to you! Going to a new city for the weekend? Browse the local trail systems in that area as-well. There's no limit to the capabilities Skiwise offers.

Skiwise is dedicated to improving your skiing experience. And these features are just the tip of the iceberg! With future plans to incorporate race signups, race results, group communication and more, Skiwise is growing fast and has no plans of slowing down.

## Key features

- Crowdsourced trail reports
- Trail report subscriptions and notifications
- Trail system discovery by location and rating
- Nearby trail map
- View trail details (kilometers, ski pass info)

## What do users think of Skiwise?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Great app for trail conditions
- 👍 Easy to use and navigate
- 👍 Useful for planning ski trips
- 👍 Encourages user submissions
- 👍 Better than alternatives
- 👍 Good concept and implementation
- 👍 Functional and sleek interface
- 👍 Helps avoid bad conditions

**Cons**

- 🐛 White screen on trail selection
- 🐛 Blank screen when clicking Nordic center
- 🐛 App not supported on iPhone 12
- 🐛 Content limited
- 🐛 No trails found in some regions
- 🐛 Primarily focused on Minnesota
- 🐛 UI/UX needs work
- 🐛 Clunky interface

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Display name entry issues
- Location keeps reverting
- No 'my location' button
- App not working with iPhone 12
- White screen when clicking on a trail
- Blank screen when clicking on Nordic center
- Notification click doesn't go to review
- Cannot type in 'create new trail' box

**Most requested features**

- Return of notification for trail reports
- Allow custom display name entry
- Improve geolocation accuracy
- Simplify description terms for reports
- Add more ski locations (Anchorage)
- Add options for moonlight and overcast conditions
- Add temperature range, wind speed/direction to reports

## Recent user reviews (10 of 30)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skiwise-for-nordic-skiers/id1491659436/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Notifications

*2025-12-24*

I hope notifications of trail reports returns.

### 3/5 — Display name and location issues

*2025-02-18*

Couldn’t get display name entered because it said I didn’t follow the naming guidelines. Then when I tried to change it to follow the guidelines, it kept reverting back to the previous non-working name. Also kept changing location to Minnesota and doesn’t have a “my location” button.

### 5/5 — Fantastic trail reports

*2025-01-12*

I love this app and encourage Nordic skiers to use and submit trail reports. The more users, the better this will get!!

### 5/5 — Great app

*2025-01-08, version 2.13.0*

Best app going trail conditions. Don’t be afraid to add your trail reports

### 1/5 — No longer works

*2024-11-13, version 2.9.1*

This app doesn’t work with iPhone 12. It doesn’t appear to be supported anymore.
When you click on a trail, all you get is a white screen.

### 3/5 — Fantastic resource but could use a few tweaks

*2023-01-05*

Thanks so much for this! I use it often as a skier and a groomer. The first recommendation I would make is to change the geolocation of the user. When I am away from my normal trails the app automatically geolocates me which is awkward to go back to my home trails. This even happens when I’m just trying to read a trail report. Second, I would change the description terms on the reports to more simple ones: hard packed, snow covered, debris, etc. allow us to pick a few. Thanks so much!

### 5/5 — Needs time and more members great resource

*2022-12-31*

It has all the parts it just needs active members and more snow

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2022-12-17, version 2.8.1*

Map loads fine, clicking on any Nordic center loads a blank screen. Tried dozens of times and can’t get it to work

### 5/5 — Love it!

*2022-11-22*

This app always helps me choose where to ski and gets me out skiing when I see people posting that the trails are perfect! Any app that gets me skiing is a winner for me.

### 5/5 — Nice app for Xc

*2022-02-13*

When you get a notification of a new review and click on it… It does not take you to the review… You have to navigate there yourself… Which is kind of a pain but I soon will get fixed before long…
Otherwise, easy to use and useful for planning.

## Frequently asked questions about Skiwise

### What does Skiwise do?

Skiwise connects Nordic skiers with a network of fellow skiers to share and discover trail conditions and details. It helps optimize skiing workouts by providing real-time, crowdsourced information on trail grooming and system specifics, solving the problem of arriving at unprepared trails.

### What are the key features of Skiwise?

Key features include crowdsourced trail reports where users can view, edit, and create reports, with the ability to subscribe to favorite trails for notifications. It also offers optimized trail system discovery based on location and rating, and a nearby trail map to find closest trails.

### Is Skiwise free to use?

Yes, Skiwise is free to use. The application is supported by advertisements, which allows users to access all its features without any direct cost.

### What kind of information can I find about ski trails?

You can find crowdsourced trail reports detailing recent grooming status and conditions. Additionally, the app provides trail system discovery with information on kilometers, ski pass details, and user ratings, helping you make informed decisions about where to ski.

### Who is Skiwise designed for?

Skiwise is designed for Nordic skiers, also known as cross-country skiers. It's an essential tool for individuals who want to stay informed about trail conditions, discover new ski areas, and connect with their local skiing community.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.6.2 — 2026-08-23

Performance and reliability improvements.

### 3.5.0 — 2026-08-04

Skiwise 3.5 is a complete rebuild of the app — faster, cleaner, and packed with new features:

• All-new trail map
• Trail reports, redesigned
• Photo stories

### 2.13.0 — 2024-12-17

Fixes various bugs across app

### 2.9.1 — 2022-12-29

- Added more sources
- Added toggleable trail conditions history

### 2.8.1 — 2022-01-13

- Added weather data to trail info page
- Resolved various bugs

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## Related topics

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