Best Free Lake Maps Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated August 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our free lake maps list covers 249+ iPhone apps updated through August 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Free Lake Maps Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Navionics® BoatingNavionics® BoatingFree2.9★ (2.3K)NoYesAug 2026
2Lowrance: app for anglersLowrance: app for anglersFree4.6★ (2.7K)NoYesAug 2026
3Wavve Boating: GPS, Map, ChartWavve Boating: GPS, Map, ChartFree4.7★ (6K)NoYesAug 2026
4onX Fish: Midwest Fishing MapsonX Fish: Midwest Fishing MapsFree4.6★ (1.6K)YesYesAug 2026
5i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gpsi-Boating: Marine Charts & GpsFree4.5★ (15K)NoYesAug 2026
6Google EarthGoogle EarthFree4.0★ (47K)NoNoAug 2026
7Aqua Map BoatingAqua Map BoatingFree4.7★ (13K)NoYesAug 2026
8Lake of the Ozarks AppLake of the Ozarks AppFreeNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Free Lake Maps

Navionics® Boating#1

Navionics® Boating by Garmin

Nautical and fishing charts
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
2.9😞(2.3K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#3in Navigation
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Access detailed nautical charts and advanced boating features offline on your mobile device. Plan trips with dock-to-dock guidance, check weather and tides, and connect with a community of boaters. Ideal for cruising, fishing, sailing, and diving.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great navigation app
  • 🗺️ Detailed charts and maps
  • ⚓ Useful for boating and sailing
  • 💰 Good value for money

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🔒 Login issues and unreliable offline access
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model
Lowrance: app for anglers#2

Lowrance: app for anglers by Navico Norway AS

Great fishing charts
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
4.6😞(2.7K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#47in Navigation
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This app provides detailed fishing charts and navigation tools for anglers. Manage waypoints, discover new fishing spots, and plan trips with offline maps and autorouting. Sync data with your Lowrance devices for a seamless on-water experience.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 💡 Great for planning trips
  • 👍 Helpful for finding fishing spots
  • 🚀 Convenient for syncing with Lowrance devices

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
  • 🐛 Connectivity issues with Lowrance devices
  • 🐛 Unreliable GPS tracking
Wavve Boating: GPS, Map, Chart#3

Wavve Boating: GPS, Map, Chart by Wavve Boating INC

Marine Navigation, Depth, Tide
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.7😐(6K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#9in Navigation
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Navigate waterways with detailed nautical charts, tide predictions, and weather forecasts. Connect with a community of boaters to share points of interest and track friends on the water. Enjoy simplified GPS navigation tailored to your boat's draft.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Accurate navigation
  • 👍 User-friendly interface
  • 💡 Helpful features like weather and wave data
  • 🚢 Great for new and experienced boaters

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Inaccurate depth charts
  • 🚫 Limited coverage for certain areas
  • 💰 Expensive subscription

More Free Lake Maps apps to explore

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onX Fish: Midwest Fishing Maps
onX Fish: Midwest Fishing Maps
onX Fish: Midwest Fishing Maps
Lake Finder, Weather, Species
Free

Discover new fishing spots with detailed lake data, weather forecasts, and GPS navigation. Plan your next trip with insights on fish species, stocking history, and land ownership. Navigate hands-free and access maps offline.

Lake Finder with species informationDetailed fishing maps and plannerGPS navigation and offline maps
🗺️ Navigation
(1.6K)
free with in-app purchases
5
i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps
i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps
i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps
Lake Maps & Fishing Spots
Free

Navigate waterways with detailed marine charts and GPS. Features include route planning, voice-guided navigation, tide and current predictions, and track recording. Offers extensive map coverage for various regions and inland rivers.

Detailed vector marine chartsRoute planning and editingVoice-guided navigation
🗺️ Navigation
(15K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Google Earth
Google Earth
Google Earth
Examine the planet
Free

Explore the world with high-resolution satellite imagery and 3D terrain. Dive into streets with Street View and create collaborative, data-driven maps from anywhere.

High-resolution satellite imagery3D terrain and building explorationStreet View 360° perspectives
✈️ Travel
(47K)
free
7
Aqua Map Boating
Aqua Map Boating
Aqua Map Boating
Marine navigation and fishing
Free

This app provides official, weekly updated nautical charts for marine navigation. It allows for offline map downloads, GPS track recording, and integration with onboard instruments. Enhance your boating safety and experience with advanced features like weather forecasts and AIS collision detection.

Official NOAA nautical chartsOffline map downloadsGPS track recording
🗺️ Navigation
(13K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Lake of the Ozarks App
Lake of the Ozarks App
Lake of the Ozarks App
by Jeremy Simmons
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
9
Fishing Points - Lake Maps
Fishing Points - Lake Maps
Fishing Points - Lake Maps
Marine Navigation/Fishing Spot
Free

This app provides detailed lake depth maps and marine charts with fishing points for various regions. It features an AI that identifies productive fishing spots based on bathymetry, local knowledge, and weather. Offers advanced GPS navigation with voice prompts, route planning, and tide/current predictions.

Fishing AI for spot predictionDetailed lake depth mapsMarine charts with fishing points
⚽ Sports
(2.2K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Lake Erie Pulse
Lake Erie Pulse
Lake Erie Pulse
Lake Conditions, Cams, & More
Free

Access real-time weather, marine forecasts, and live webcam feeds for Lake Erie. Get detailed information on wave heights, wind speeds, water temperatures, and beach conditions to plan your activities.

Live weather conditionsMarine forecastsWave heights and wind speeds
☀️ Weather
(1)
free
11
RoadWatch — Offline Map Geo
RoadWatch — Offline Map Geo
RoadWatch — 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
🗺️ Navigation
(1)
ad-supported
12
LakeStats
LakeStats
LakeStats
Depth Map & Live Water Stats
Free

Access real-time water levels, boat ramp status, and historical lake data. Plan your next outing with detailed information on access points and water conditions. Features offline functionality for convenient use.

Real-time water levelsHistorical trends and comparisonsInteractive water level graphs
✈️ Travel
(16)
free
13
Fishing Points: Map & Forecast
Fishing Points: Map & Forecast
Fishing Points: Map & Forecast
Find Best Tides Times to Fish
Free

This app helps anglers find the best times and locations to fish by providing detailed forecasts for tides, moon phases, weather, and marine conditions. It offers interactive maps to discover and save fishing spots, track routes, and access offline nautical charts, along with a catch logbook and fishing regulations.

Fishing forecasts (tides, moon, weather, solunar)Detailed fishing maps (satellite, nautical, lake depth)Save and discover fishing spots and routes
⚽ Sports
(31K)
free with in-app purchases
14
BuoyPilot
BuoyPilot
BuoyPilot
by Elk Ridge Systems LLC
Free

This app helps boaters identify and report lake hazards like stumps and shallow areas to improve water safety. It also provides fishing insights, weather information, and lake conditions. An optional subscription unlocks offline maps and advanced features.

Discover and report lake hazardsCheck lake conditions and weatherAccess fishing insights and forecasts
🗺️ Navigation
(2)
freemium
15
FishHook: Fishing Maps & Logs
FishHook: Fishing Maps & Logs
FishHook: Fishing Maps & Logs
Maps, logs & bite forecasts
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
16
Smith Mountain Lake Level
Smith Mountain Lake Level
Smith Mountain Lake Level
Smith Mountain Lake, Virginia
Free

Track the water level of Smith Mountain Lake with hourly updates and historical graphs. Set custom alerts for specific water levels and view current trends, including water temperature. Explore data for various date ranges and tap the graph for precise readings.

Hourly lake level updatesHistorical data graphsCurrent level and trend
🔍 Reference
(18)
free
17
Tacklbox Fishing
Tacklbox Fishing
Tacklbox Fishing
by Tacklbox Co
Free

Organize your fishing life with this app. Plan trips, log catches, manage gear, and explore fishing tools. It's designed for both freshwater and saltwater anglers to enhance their experience on the water.

Angler profile creationCatch logging and reviewFishing trip planning
⚽ Sports
(12)
free
18
Grand Lake St. Marys
Grand Lake St. Marys
Grand Lake St. Marys
by Brian Morris
Free

Navigate the lake with this official guide. Discover popular spots, access emergency information, and stay updated on local events. Your essential companion for exploring the area by boat or car.

Interactive lake mapDirectory of lake spotsEmergency information
✈️ Travel
(1)
ad-supported
19
Salt Lake City Offline Map and Travel Trip Guide
Salt Lake City Offline Map and Travel Trip Guide
Salt Lake City Offline Map and Travel Trip Guide
by OFFLINE MAP TRIP GUIDE LTD
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
20
Our Lands: Parks & Recreation
Our Lands: Parks & Recreation
Our Lands: Parks & Recreation
Federal Sites, Road Trip Maps
Free

Discover over 3,000 federal recreation sites across the US, including national parks, forests, and BLM lands. Plan road trips, find free sites, and maximize your America the Beautiful pass savings. Your exploration data stays private on your device.

3,000+ federal recreation sites on one mapRoad trip planner for federal landsAmerica the Beautiful pass savings calculator
✈️ Travel
(5)
free

FAQ about Free Lake Maps

What are the best free lake maps apps for iPhone?
Navionics® Boating tops our free lake maps apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 2.9-star average from 2.3K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Navionics® Boating has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 249+ free lake maps apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The app provides detailed nautical charts that can be used offline, along with a suite of tools for boating activities. It includes features for navigation, trip planning, weather forecasting, and community-based local knowledge.
Key features include internationally renowned Navionics charts, SonarChart HD bathymetry maps, U.S. Government charts, overlays like relief shading, Auto Guidance+ for route planning, real-time weather and tides, and community edits from other boaters.