# Topographic Maps & Trails — USGS Topo Map & Hiking Trails

> Offline topographic maps and hiking tracker with USGS data. (iPhone/iPad app by LW Brands, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topographic-maps-and-trails/id1440944902 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [LW Brands, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/963599018)
- Category: Navigation
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 2,783 App Store ratings · 73 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 23 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-11-02
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topographic-maps-and-trails/id1440944902/reviews.md

## What is Topographic Maps & Trails?

DOWNLOAD ALL MAPS FOR OFFLINE USE

MAIN FEATURES INCLUDE:
 - USGS Topographic Maps
 - Satellite + Topo Maps
 - Hiking Tracker

USGS TOPO MAP
USGS Topo is a tile cache base map service that combines the most current data in The National Map (TNM), and other public-domain data, into a multi-scale topographic reference map.

TOPO + SATELLITE
USGS Imagery Topo is a tile cache base map of orthoimagery in The National Map and US Topo vector data. Orthoimagery data are typically high resolution images that combine the visual attributes of an aerial photograph with the spatial accuracy and reliability of a planimetric map.

Data themes included are Boundaries, Geographic Names, Transportation, Contours, Hydrography, Land Cover, Shaded Relief, Trails, etc. 

HIKING TRACKER
Now you can track all of your hiking stats!
 - Track total distance, vertical, time
 - Track calories burned
 - Keep track of yearly stats
 - Color coded tracks by elevation
 - Backup your hike data to iCloud
 - iOS 14 home screen widget

Have questions? 

Feel free to contact me at support@lwbrandsllc.com

## Key features

- Offline USGS topographic maps
- Satellite and topo map layers
- Hiking activity tracker
- Track distance, vertical, and time
- Calorie burn estimation
- Color-coded elevation tracks

## Chart rankings

- #179 in Top Paid · Navigation (US App Store)

## What do users think of Topographic Maps & Trails?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Great maps and GPS tracking
- 👍 Useful for hiking and outdoor activities
- 🚀 Offline maps functionality
- 👍 Accurate elevation data
- 👍 Intuitive controls and user-friendly

**Cons**

- 🐛 Downloading offline maps is difficult
- 🔍 Lacks detailed zoom and elevation details
- 🔍 No compass or GPS coordinate display
- 🐛 Inaccurate distance tracking
- 🐛 Crashes and performance issues

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes on older devices
- Offline maps not loading properly
- Distance tracking inaccuracies
- Disappearing map details on zoom

**Most requested features**

- Add compass and GPS coordinate display
- Improve offline map downloading process
- Enhance zoom and elevation detail
- Integrate with health/fitness apps
- Allow renaming of recorded sessions

## Recent user reviews (10 of 73)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/topographic-maps-and-trails/id1440944902/reviews.md

### 3/5 — No search feature

*2026-03-06, version 1.7*

It needs a search feature to speed up planning

### 5/5 — First day

*2025-12-09, version 1.6*

Haven’t really used it yet but it looks awesome

### 1/5 — meh

*2025-08-27, version 1.6*

meh, downloading offline maps is annoying, can’t just draw a box around a region and download, they have some janky system where you have to zoom in and pan and scan everywhere.. so if you don’t pan and scan and zoom in on a particular tile it wont save.   Obviously not an Outdoorsy Off Grid person.    Waste of $$$

### 5/5 — Best

*2025-07-01, version 1.6*

I used to have “trails” app until they were no longer available 
I had to look hard to find a similar app and after trying and deleting many apps I found this. So far it’s great
Thanks to developers

### 4/5 — Probably perfect for hiking

*2025-06-29, version 1.6*

Except unlike Google Earth, I can’t just enter in an address. I have to find my way there. I got this info on google earth b4 but can’t figure out how to do it again.

### 5/5 — Better than Google Maps

*2025-03-28, version 1.6*

I love this app. The maps and GPS tracking is better than GM, or any other app I’ve tried.

### 1/5 — Refused refund; DON’T BUY IT!

*2024-09-09, version 1.5*

Neither Apple nor this app allowed cancellation. They collect way too much info and sell it. No way found to stop them or to get refund. Very suspicious.

### 2/5 — USFS map not as expected

*2024-06-26, version 1.4*

USFS Maps are not as expected, no trail maps, not the online version of USFS Maps. Disappointed. Wish I could get my $5 back

### 2/5 — These are not USGS maps

*2023-05-30, version 1.2.11*

These maps are hard to read and are not USGS 7.5 minute topographic maps.  False advertising.

### 2/5 — No elevations shown

*2023-02-24, version 1.2.11*

Map does not show detailed i

## Frequently asked questions about Topographic Maps & Trails

### What does this app do?

This app provides detailed USGS topographic maps and satellite imagery that can be downloaded for offline use. It also includes a hiking tracker to record your outdoor activities, such as distance, elevation gain, and calories burned.

### What are the main features?

Key features include access to USGS topographic maps, a combined satellite and topo map view, and a comprehensive hiking tracker. You can also view various data themes like trails, hydrography, and land cover.

### Is this app free?

Yes, the app is free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided description.

### What kind of data is available on the maps?

The maps include data themes such as Boundaries, Geographic Names, Transportation, Contours, Hydrography, Land Cover, Shaded Relief, and Trails, all derived from current USGS data.

### Can I track my hikes with this app?

Yes, the app features a hiking tracker that records total distance, vertical ascent/descent, time spent, and estimated calories burned. It also allows you to back up your hike data to iCloud and offers an iOS 14 home screen widget.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.7 — 2026-01-02

+ Updated the Season Stats widget for 2026
+ Fixed a few minor bugs

Thank you for the positive feedback!

### 1.6 — 2025-02-01

+ Updated the Season Stats widget for 2025
+ Fixed a few minor bugs

Thank you for the positive feedback!

### 1.5 — 2024-08-20

+ Fixed a few bugs 

Thank you for the positive feedback!

### 1.4 — 2024-02-01

+ Fixed a few bugs 

Thank you for the positive feedback!

### 1.3 — 2024-01-04

+ Fixed a few bugs 

Thank you for the positive feedback!

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