Best Back Road Maps Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
14 free apps
Updated August 2026

Looking for free back road maps apps? 14 of our 250+ tracked titles are free to download β€” no subscription, no trial. The rest are premium picks worth paying for.

Compare top Back Road Maps Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1BRMB Maps by Backroad MapsBRMB Maps by Backroad MapsFree4.2β˜… (26)NoYesAug 2026
2Waze Navigation & Live TrafficWaze Navigation & Live TrafficFree4.8β˜… (3.2M)YesNoAug 2026
3Fylde Maps OfflineFylde Maps OfflineFreeβ€”NoNoAug 2026
4onX Offroad: Trail Maps & GPSonX Offroad: Trail Maps & GPSFree4.4β˜… (9.3K)YesYesAug 2026
5Avenza Maps: Offline MappingAvenza Maps: Offline MappingFree4.8β˜… (127K)NoYesAug 2026
6Google MapsGoogle MapsFree4.7β˜… (7.3M)YesYesAug 2026
7Cairngorms Maps OfflineCairngorms Maps Offline$1.99β€”NoNoAug 2026
8RoadWatch β€” Offline Map GeoRoadWatch β€” Offline Map GeoFree5.0β˜… (1)YesNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Back Road Maps

BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps#1

BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps by Mussio Ventures Ltd.

Trails, Fish, Hunt, Camp, Hike
Editor's Choice
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
4.2😞(26 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Navigate Canada's backcountry with detailed topographic maps and extensive points of interest for outdoor activities. Plan, track, and explore trails, fishing spots, hunting areas, and more, with offline capabilities for remote adventures.

What We Love

  • πŸ—ΊοΈ Great maps and data
  • πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Excellent for exploring Canada
  • ⛰️ Detailed topos and satellite imaging
  • πŸ‘ User-friendly for some

Room to Improve

  • πŸ’Έ Expensive subscription
  • 😠 Excessive and disruptive ads
  • πŸ› Sync issues (hit or miss)
Waze Navigation & Live Traffic#2

Waze Navigation & Live Traffic by Waze Inc.

Avoid traffic, police, hazards
Strong Contender
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
4.8😊(3.2M ratings)
FreeAds
#2in Navigation
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Navigate your commute with real-time traffic updates and alerts from a community of drivers. Get accurate ETAs, avoid hazards, and find gas stations and parking. Integrates with your car's display for seamless use.

What We Love

  • πŸš€ Accurate real-time traffic updates
  • πŸš— Helpful hazard and incident reporting
  • πŸ“ Precise navigation and route guidance
  • πŸ—ΊοΈ Community-driven map updates

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Unreliable route recalculation
  • 🚧 Inaccurate or outdated road closure information
  • πŸ” Difficulty finding and reporting issues
Fylde Maps Offline#3

Fylde Maps Offline by JOMO Solutions Ltd

Offline OS maps viewer
Worth Considering
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
0.0(0 ratings)
Free
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This app provides detailed offline Ordnance Survey maps for navigation and route planning within the Fylde region. It offers offline search, waypoint management, and GPS tracking, with the option to view worldwide online Apple maps.

More Back Road Maps apps to explore

4
onX Offroad: Trail Maps & GPS
onX Offroad: Trail Maps & GPS
onX Offroad: Trail Maps & GPS
OHV Trails & Navigation App
Free

Navigate off-road with detailed trail maps, GPS, and compass features. Discover legal camping spots, filter trails by vehicle type and difficulty, and plan multi-day adventures. Access property lines, weather data, and cell coverage information for a safer off-roading experience.

3D trail maps and GPS navigationFilter trails by vehicle type and difficultyLegal dispersed camping finder
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(9.3K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Avenza Maps: Offline Mapping
Avenza Maps: Offline Mapping
Avenza Maps: Offline Mapping
GPS Navigation & Trail Maps
Free

Navigate any terrain with offline GPS maps, even without cell service. Explore a vast Map Store for hiking, biking, and travel, or import your own custom maps. Record tracks, add notes, and identify your location precisely.

Offline GPS navigationReal-time GPS position and directionRecord GPS tracks
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(127K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Google Maps
Google Maps
Google Maps
Places, navigation & traffic
Free

Navigate your world with real-time traffic, turn-by-turn directions for driving, walking, cycling, and public transport. Discover millions of businesses and places with photos and reviews. Plan trips with Street View, Immersive View, and offline maps.

Real-time GPS navigationLive traffic dataPublic transport updates
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(7.3M)
free with in-app purchases
7
Cairngorms Maps Offline
Cairngorms Maps Offline
Cairngorms Maps Offline
Offline OS maps viewer
$1.99

Navigate the Cairngorms region with detailed offline maps and GPS tracking. Plan routes, search for locations, and share your current position without needing a mobile signal. Includes contour lines, footpaths, and hill information.

Offline Ordnance Survey mapsRoute and waypoint managementOffline search functionality
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(0)
paid
8
RoadWatch β€” Offline Map Geo
RoadWatch β€” Offline Map Geo
RoadWatch β€” Offline Map Geo
by MIRABEN KALANT
Free

Discover and save community-curated places like cafes, parks, and scenic roads. Browse a full map, save favorites, read reviews, and add your own recommendations with photos and notes to build a personal guide to local spots.

Discover community-curated placesSave favorite locationsBrowse full map by category
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(1)
ad-supported
9
Loch Lomond Maps Offline
Loch Lomond Maps Offline
Loch Lomond Maps Offline
Offline OS maps viewer
$1.99

Navigate the Loch Lomond region with detailed offline maps from Ordnance Survey. Plan routes, search for locations, and track your GPS position without needing a mobile signal. Includes extensive footpath data and hill information.

Offline Ordnance Survey mapsRoute and waypoint managementOffline search functionality
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(0)
paid
10
Dartmoor Maps Offline
Dartmoor Maps Offline
Dartmoor Maps Offline
Offline OS maps viewer
$1.99

Navigate Dartmoor with detailed offline maps and route management. Find places, roads, and hills without a mobile signal. Includes GPS tracking and location sharing features.

Offline Ordnance Survey mapsRoute and waypoint managementOffline search for places and roads
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(0)
paid
11
Sygic GPS Navigation & Maps
Sygic GPS Navigation & Maps
Sygic GPS Navigation & Maps
Offline Maps, GPS & Traffic
Free

Navigate anywhere with offline 3D maps and real-time traffic alerts. This app offers voice-guided directions, speed camera warnings, and advanced safety features like lane assistance and a Head-up Display. It also includes specialized modes for motorcyclists and features to help save money on parking and fuel.

Offline 3D mapsReal-time traffic alertsSpeed camera warnings
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(57K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Yorkshire Dales Maps Offline
Yorkshire Dales Maps Offline
Yorkshire Dales Maps Offline
Offline OS maps viewer
$1.99

This app provides detailed offline maps of the Yorkshire Dales region, perfect for navigation by foot, road, or water. It includes route management, offline search for places and roads, and GPS tracking. Access worldwide online maps and share your location easily.

Offline Ordnance Survey mapsRoute and waypoint managementOffline search for places and roads
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(0)
paid
13
Offline RouteMap 3D
Offline RouteMap 3D
Offline RouteMap 3D
by Ghorpade Sandip
Free

Navigate any outdoor adventure with detailed 3D and topographic maps, accessible offline. Record your routes, track distance and elevation, and document your journeys with a personal adventure journal. Explore terrain and landmarks with interactive tools.

High-detail 3D and topographic mapsOffline map accessTrail discovery with smart filters
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(0)
ad-supported
14
Ben Nevis & Glen Coe Maps
Ben Nevis & Glen Coe Maps
Ben Nevis & Glen Coe Maps
Offline OS maps viewer
$1.99

Navigate the Ben Nevis and Glen Coe region with detailed offline OS maps. Plan routes, search for locations, and track your GPS position. Access worldwide online maps and share your location easily.

Detailed offline Ordnance Survey mapsIntuitive route and waypoint managementPowerful offline search functionality
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(0)
paid
15
4WD Maps - Offline Topo Maps
4WD Maps - Offline Topo Maps
4WD Maps - Offline Topo Maps
Offroad 4x4 GPS Navigation
$64.99

Navigate off-road with detailed topographic maps and real-time GPS tracking. Plan routes, record trips, and share your adventures. Access a comprehensive library of Australian 4WD maps without recurring subscriptions.

Offline topographic mapsReal-time GPS trackingRoute planning
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(4)
paid
16
MapMagic: GPS & Offline Maps
MapMagic: GPS & Offline Maps
MapMagic: GPS & Offline Maps
Record tracks & navigate
Free

Discover curated hiking and cycling routes, plan your own adventures, and navigate in real-time. Record your tracks, view detailed stats, and sync across devices. Unlock offline maps and advanced features with subscriptions.

Curated hiking and cycling routesReal-time navigationRoute planning and recording
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(9)
freemium
17
Hard To Find Maps
Hard To Find Maps
Hard To Find Maps
HTFM
Free
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(0)
18
OSM Maps
OSM Maps
OSM Maps
Map viewer, images and tracks
Free

View OSM maps from various sources, create notes, and add multimedia like photos, audio, and video. Record and manage routes and tracks in GPX format, with iCloud synchronization and desktop backup options.

View OSM maps from multiple sourcesCreate and edit notes with multimediaRecord and manage GPX routes and tracks
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(0)
free
19
CoMaps
CoMaps
CoMaps
Navigate with Privacy
Free

Navigate your world with a free, open-source mapping application focused on privacy and offline functionality. Discover detailed maps, plan trips without cellular service, and enjoy essential navigation features. It's community-built and respects your data.

Downloadable detailed mapsOffline navigationOutdoor mode with trails
πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(115)
free
20
Threads
Threads
Threads
Join the conversation
Free

Connect and share your thoughts on a platform designed for conversation. Discover trending topics, join communities based on your interests, and engage in discussions through text, images, and polls. You can also control your experience with privacy settings and direct messaging.

Start conversations with text, images, polls, and moreJoin discussions through repliesStay updated on trending topics
🌐 Social Networking
(2.2M)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Back Road Maps

What are the best back road maps apps for iPhone?
BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps tops our back road maps apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.2-star average from 26 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes β€” 14 of the top back road maps apps we rank are free to download, including BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps and Waze Navigation & Live Traffic.
BRMB Maps by Backroad Maps has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 250+ back road maps apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
BRMB Maps is a GPS navigation app designed for exploring Canada's outdoors. It provides detailed topographic maps, over 900,000 searchable points of interest, and features for planning and navigating activities like fishing, hunting, camping, and hiking.
Key features include detailed topographic GPS maps with relief shading, current location tracking, offline map downloads (PRO), custom adventure layers for specific activities (PRO), trip recording, and custom waypoint creation. It also offers extensive data on fishing spots, hunting areas, campsites, and trails.