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Hutton App

A Geology Field Map

Free

Explore Earth's geologic wonders with this comprehensive field guide. Identify rocks and minerals using AI or manual methods, access professional geologic maps, and discover over 32,000 rockhounding sites. Document your expeditions with GPS-tagged notes and photos, and connect with a global community of geology enthusiasts.

Gold Prospector App

Metal Detecting & LiDAR Maps

Free

This app helps recreational gold prospectors and metal detectorists by providing advanced mapping tools. It integrates AI, GIS, LiDAR, and historical data to help users identify potential gold-bearing areas and log their finds, even offline.

The Outdoors App

Trails, Camping & 3D Maps

Free

Discover public lands in the US, including trails, parks, and campgrounds. Download maps for offline use and record your routes. Plan trips with detailed campsite information and create your own custom maps.

Rockd

by University of Wisconsin-Madison Shared Apps

Free

Discover and document the geology around you. Access global geologic maps, 3D globes, and detailed summaries of your surroundings. Contribute your own observations and track your exploration of Earth's geologic history.

Land Nav

GPS and offline maps

Free

Navigate the outdoors with GPS, compass, and offline maps. Organize tracks and markers in documents synced via iCloud. Supports GPX import/export and customizable coordinate formats.

Glamis Guide: Offline Dune Map

Imperial Sand Dunes, no signal

Free

Navigate the Imperial Sand Dunes with this offline map app. It provides aerial imagery, named locations, and direct navigation to any chosen spot, even without cell service. Access detailed information about over 80 places and manage your saved locations.

listerCompass

for structural geology

$5.99

This app is a stereographic compass designed for structural geologists. It allows users to measure and record foliations and lineations in the field, log descriptions, and export data in various formats, including KML for Google Earth.

Parks Canada App

Official app and GPS tours

Free

Your pocket guide to Canada's national parks, historic sites, and marine conservation areas. Plan, navigate, and discover with offline maps, real-time information, and interactive tours.

Backseat Geologist

Your Personal Geology Guide

Free

This app provides audio explanations of the geology visible from your car. Explore geological features, create custom routes, and learn about earth history on the go. Offline access and adjustable audience settings enhance the learning experience.

GeoExplore

by Michael Brooks

Free

This app is a geological data logging toolset for recording information at various locations. It offers guided field trips with maps and detailed site information, along with a toolkit for notes, photos, and geological logging. Data can be shared via email.

Stereonet Mobile

by Richard Allmendinger

Free

This app assists geologists in collecting, visualizing, and analyzing geological orientation data. It offers automatic data entry using device sensors and augmented reality, manual input options, and various plotting and calculation tools for geological features.

Locus Map Lite

Map app for hikers & bikers

Free

Navigate your outdoor adventures with detailed global maps for hiking, biking, and skiing. Discover points of interest, record your activities, and plan custom routes. Works offline and syncs across devices, integrating with Apple Health.

Te Araroa - The Trail App

Official Offline NZ Topo Maps

Free

Navigate the Te Araroa trail with offline maps, elevation data, and information on campsites and huts. This app provides essential trail notes and topo maps, ensuring you have guidance even without cell service. It is not a substitute for proper safety equipment or preparation.