Best California Wildlife Apps &amp; Games

Access holiday paperworkView trip reportsBook wildlife guides

Access all your holiday paperwork and trip reports for wildlife watching holidays. Book professional guides for day trips or enjoy an evening in a mammal watching hide to spot local wildlife.

The official app of 420+ parks

free

National Park Service

Interactive park mapsSelf-guided park toursOffline park content download

Explore over 420 national parks with interactive maps, self-guided tours, and essential on-the-ground information. Plan your visit with details on amenities, operating hours, and fees. Download park content for offline use, ensuring access even without internet service.

San Diego Zoo - Travel Guide

(124K)

free

Park map & walking directions

Park mapWalking directionsPreset walking paths

Navigate the San Diego Zoo with ease using this travel guide. Discover preset walking paths, get directions to specific animals, and plan your day by bookmarking attractions, dining, and shopping.

Latest Sightings - Wildlife

(14K)

ad-supported

See More Wildlife!

Offline capabilities for sightings and map pinsPush notifications for new sightingsLight on data usage

Share and discover real-time wildlife sightings at supported nature parks. Get alerts for new sightings in areas you're interested in, even offline. Perfect for enhancing your safari experience and enjoying nature from anywhere.

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California Amphibians

Guide to Common Species

$3.99

🔍 Reference

Texas Wildlife ID & Safety

Photo Scan, Species Maps, News

Guide to Most Common Species

$3.99

Explore over 70 mammal species found in California, including marine life. Each entry features high-resolution images, descriptions in English, and scientific/Spanish names. Includes a comprehensive glossary of animal terms.

Over 70 mammal species coverageHigh-resolution imagesEnglish, scientific, and Spanish names

🔍 Reference

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paid

State Parks & NP In California

$1.99

California Pocket Maps

Outdoor Guides & Maps

Offline map downloads400+ parks, forests, and monuments6,200+ trails and trailheads

Plan your outdoor adventures in California with detailed offline maps and guides for parks, trails, and points of interest. Access essential information like weather, alerts, and driving directions even without Wi-Fi.

free with in-app purchases

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Wildlife Recovery

by University of California, Davis

Field data collectionWildlife observation mappingPhoto attachment

This application streamlines the collection of field data for wildlife during oil spills. It utilizes GPS for mapping observations and camera access for attaching photos and scanning QR codes. The app requires location, camera, and photo library permissions to function.

Discover and identify wildlife in Brazil's Pantanal region with this digital guide. Track your sightings, learn about animals, and explore offline. Perfect for travelers and nature enthusiasts.

Browse detailed animal profilesTrack and log wildlife sightingsFilter animals by various criteria

free with in-app purchases

Alba: A Wildlife Adventure

Together, we got this!

Explore a Mediterranean islandDiscover and photograph wildlifeForm an environmental organization

Explore a beautiful Mediterranean island, discover wildlife, and help save it from pollution. Join Alba and her friends to form an organization dedicated to environmental conservation and gather volunteers to make a positive impact on the island's future.

🎮 Games

(2.4K)

paid

Wildside: Wildlife Near You

Wildlife sightings near you

by Armstrong Software, LLC.

connect easily & automatically

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