Best GPS Navigation Hiking Apps

Offline 3D, LiDAR-based topo mapsActivity-specific Map ModesAvalanche Terrain Exposure Scale (ATES) maps

Navigate the backcountry with offline maps and GPS tracking for hiking, skiing, and biking. Discover new trails, plan routes, and access detailed terrain data, weather forecasts, and hazard information. Your ultimate companion for outdoor adventures, even without cell service.

(5.9K)

Topo Maps+: Topographic Maps

Offline Maps & GPS Navigation

Offline topographic mapsSmart route buildingWaypoints and proximity alerts

Plan and execute backcountry adventures with offline topographic maps and GPS navigation. Features include route building, waypoints, land boundaries, and on-trail tools. Integrates with Apple Watch and CarPlay for seamless outdoor exploration.

Avenza Maps: Offline Mapping

(9.2K)

freemium

GPS, Trails, Hiking, Offroad

Offline GPS navigationReal-time GPS position and directionRecord GPS tracks

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.

(125K)

BaseMap: Hunting GPS Maps

Maps, GPS, Hunt Planning

Offline GPS and tracking800+ map layersPrivate parcel boundaries & owner names

This app provides detailed land ownership maps, offline GPS tracking, and a mobile hunt planner. It offers over 800 map layers, including government lands, private parcel data, and hunting-specific information. Plan your hunts with draw odds, season dates, and weather forecasts.

(9.1K)

Maps 3D PRO - Hike & Bike

Routeplanner, navigation& maps

$3.99

Plan, record, and navigate outdoor adventures with detailed 3D maps. Explore trails, mountains, and valleys with offline access and route sharing capabilities. Ideal for hikers, bikers, and runners seeking precise elevation and location data.

3D terrain visualizationRoute planning and recordingOffline map access

(203)

FarOut: Hike, Bike, Paddle

Hiking, Biking, & Paddling

Offline navigational guidesExtensive global route coverageTrusted, official trail data

This app provides reliable offline navigation for long-distance adventures like hiking, biking, and paddling. It offers trusted trail data, detailed waypoint information, and a check-in feature to share your location with loved ones. Explore the world with confidence, even in remote areas.

(26K)

Guru Maps - Offline Navigation

GPS Route Planner & Tracker

Offline maps and navigationTurn-by-turn voice directionsMulti-stop route planning

Navigate the world without an internet connection using detailed offline maps and turn-by-turn GPS directions. Plan multi-stop routes, record your adventures, and discover millions of points of interest with rich 3D terrain views. Sync your data across devices for seamless exploration.

(2.6K)

TrailLink: Bike, Run, Walk

Trail Maps Finder & Biking GPS

Discover 40,000+ miles of trailsDetailed trail mapsGPS navigation and tracking

Discover and navigate over 40,000 miles of trails across the US for biking, running, and walking. Find detailed maps, GPS directions, user reviews, and amenities to plan your next outdoor adventure.

Pro MGRS USNG GPS for Land Nav

$12.99

This field navigation tool displays your location and waypoints on customizable screens. It supports multiple coordinate systems and map datums, and allows for waypoint import/export. Offline map support is available.

MGRS/USNG/UTM/Lat/Lon displayWaypoint creation and organizationMap visualization with grid lines

bergfex: Hiking & Tracking

(5.5K)

paid

Route Planner & GPS Navigation

Route planner and GPS navigationExtensive trail database (500,000+)Detailed topographic maps

Discover and plan outdoor adventures with detailed maps and GPS navigation. Track your activities, analyze performance, and sync with health platforms. Explore over 500,000 routes across Europe.

AllTrails: Hike, Bike & Run

(126)

freemium

Chemins Randonnée Trail VTT GR

Trail discovery by location and interestGPS turn-by-turn navigationOffline map downloads

Discover and navigate over 500,000 trails worldwide for hiking, biking, and running. Find detailed reviews, plan your adventures with GPS and offline maps, and share your experiences with a community of outdoor enthusiasts.

💪 Health & Fitness

(1M)

Hiking and Skiing - PeakVisor

登山徒步·路线规划·离线地图·GPX轨迹

Augmented Reality Peak Identification3D Topographic MapsWorldwide Hiking Trail Planning

Navigate mountains with advanced peak identification, 3D maps, and GPS tracking. Plan routes, explore trails, and get detailed information on over a million mountains worldwide. Ideal for hiking, skiing, and climbing.

⚽ Sports

(1.7K)

GPS Kit - Offline GPS Tracker

The original GPS app

$9.99

This app provides a top-of-the-line GPS system for outdoor enthusiasts and professionals. It offers offline mapping, powerful waypoint management with photos and notes, and intelligent data collection for activities like hiking, hunting, and cycling anywhere in the world.

Offline mapping with no data connection requiredWaypoint management with photos and notesSupports KML, KMZ, and GPX data import/export

CityMaps2Go – Offline Maps

(347)

paid

for Travel, Cycling & Hiking

Offline world mapsDetailed outdoor mapsIn-depth place information

This app provides detailed offline maps for travelers, cyclists, and hikers, covering over 150 countries and millions of places. Plan trips, save destinations, and navigate streets, footpaths, and bikeways without needing an internet connection.

✈️ Travel

(5.1K)

Running, Hiking, Bike Maps

Footpath Route Planner

Snap to roads and trailsMeasure distance and elevationTurn-by-turn navigation

Easily plan and navigate custom routes for any outdoor activity. Draw your path with a finger and the app snaps to roads and trails. Measure distances, elevations, and get turn-by-turn directions, even offline.

(21K)

Mapy.com: Maps & GPS Offline

Hike & Bike Route Planner

Offline world mapsHiking and biking trail planningVoice navigation

Plan and navigate hiking, biking, and skiing routes worldwide with detailed offline maps. Discover points of interest, access weather forecasts, and utilize voice navigation for various activities. Track your adventures and share your location with others.

Altimeter GPS & Barometer

(1.3K)

freemium

Elevation Trail Map & Compass

Accurate altitude readings (GPS, Aster, Barometer)Offline functionality, no internet requiredIntegrated speedometer and pedometer

This app provides accurate altitude and location data using your iPhone's sensors, even without an internet connection. It offers a compass, step counter, sunrise/sunset calculator, and multiple map options for outdoor adventures and survival situations.