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Best Joshua Tree National Park Apps

246+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated August 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our joshua tree national park list covers 246+ iPhone apps updated through August 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Joshua Tree National Park Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1National Park ServiceNational Park ServiceFree4.9★ (124K)NoNoAug 2026
2Joshua Tree Audio Tour GuideJoshua Tree Audio Tour GuideFree4.6★ (106)NoYesAug 2026
3National Parks Pocket MapsNational Parks Pocket MapsFree4.7★ (2.4K)YesYesAug 2026
4Joshua Tree Offline GuideJoshua Tree Offline Guide$2.994.6★ (35)NoNoAug 2026
5NPS Parks AppNPS Parks AppFree4.6★ (676)NoNoAug 2026
6Sequoia National Park GPS TourSequoia National Park GPS TourFree4.5★ (40)NoYesAug 2026
7Zion & Bryce Canyon Utah GuideZion & Bryce Canyon Utah GuideFree4.9★ (18)NoYesAug 2026
8National Park Trail GuideNational Park Trail GuideFree4.5★ (1.5K)NoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Joshua Tree National Park

National Park Service#1

National Park Service by National Park Service

The official app of 420+ parks
Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
4.9😊(124K ratings)
Free
#85in Travel
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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.

What We Love

  • 👍 Helpful information on national parks
  • 🚀 Useful offline features
  • 💡 Ability to create lists of visited/to-visit parks
  • 🗺️ Interactive maps and GPS guidance

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Downloading issues and app crashes
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding specific information or navigating the app
  • 🗺️ Inconsistent or incomplete map and trail data
National Parks Pocket Maps#3

National Parks Pocket Maps by Alex Gugel

#1 U.S. National Parks
Worth Considering
✈️ Travel
4.7😐(2.4K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Plan and explore U.S. National Parks with detailed offline maps, guides, and brochures. Discover over 500 parks, campgrounds, trails, and points of interest. Features GPS tracking, park alerts, and weather forecasts for an empowered adventure.

What We Love

  • 👍 Helpful park information
  • 🗺️ Accurate maps
  • ⚠️ Useful weather alerts

Room to Improve

  • 🤔 Difficult to navigate for non-tech users
  • 🔍 Lacking detailed map information
  • ⚠️ Unreliable offline functionality

More Joshua Tree National Park apps to explore

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Joshua Tree Offline Guide
Joshua Tree Offline Guide
Joshua Tree Offline Guide
Joshua Tree's Best Photo Spots
$2.99

Discover the best photo spots in Joshua Tree National Park, even without cell service. Download the guide offline to find exact locations, save attractions, and add photos. Enjoy all future updates for free with a one-time purchase.

Offline map accessDiscover photo locationsSave attractions
✈️ Travel
(35)
paid
5
NPS Parks App
NPS Parks App
NPS Parks App
by i2a Solutions Inc.
Free

Discover and plan your visits to all National Park Service units with this interactive guide. Explore attractions, get directions, and track your experiences. Collect digital stamps for visited parks and share your adventures with others.

Interactive NPS unit guideDigital park stampsDetailed park information
✈️ Travel
(676)
free
6
Sequoia National Park GPS Tour
Sequoia National Park GPS Tour
Sequoia National Park GPS Tour
Self-Guided Audio & Map Guide
Free

Explore Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks with a self-guided audio and map tour. Discover giant sequoias, stunning vistas, and local history at your own pace. The app works offline and offers automatic audio playback as you travel.

GPS-guided audio storiesOffline map and tour functionalityAutomatic audio playback
✈️ Travel
(40)
free
7
Zion & Bryce Canyon Utah Guide
Zion & Bryce Canyon Utah Guide
Zion & Bryce Canyon Utah Guide
Utah National Park Audio Guide
Free

Explore Zion National Park with a GPS-enabled offline audio driving tour. Discover natural wonders, historical insights, and scenic viewpoints with automatic audio narration as you travel. Enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace without a data connection.

GPS-enabled offline driving tourAutomatic audio narrationHistorical and cultural insights
✈️ Travel
(18)
free with in-app purchases
8
National Park Trail Guide
National Park Trail Guide
National Park Trail Guide
National parks guide and maps
Free

Discover and explore national parks with detailed trail information, offline maps, and live GPS tracking. Plan your perfect trip with hike difficulty ratings, curated lists, and essential park insights. Never get lost and find family-friendly trails or hidden gems.

Offline trail data and descriptionsLive GPS position on terrain/satellite mapsHike search by map or curated lists
✈️ Travel
(1.5K)
free
9
Learn USA National Parks
Learn USA National Parks
Learn USA National Parks
Learn About US National Parks
Free
📚 Education
(0)
10
NP Tracker: National Parks
NP Tracker: National Parks
NP Tracker: National Parks
by Kyo Hyun Koo
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
11
National Forest Explorer
National Forest Explorer
National Forest Explorer
USFS Forests & Grasslands
Free

Discover U.S. Forest Service lands and heritage sites with this official exploration tool. Access detailed information, offline maps, and recreational opportunities for your next adventure. Stay updated on closures and events with push notifications.

Discover nearby forests and grasslandsExplore points of interestAccess forest facts and heritage information
📚 Education
(728)
free
12
Chimani: National Parks
Chimani: National Parks
Chimani: National Parks
Trip Planner & Offline Maps
Free

Plan national park adventures with AI-generated itineraries, offline GPS maps, and expert guides. Get real-time alerts and on-trail assistance, even without cell service, to explore confidently.

AI trip plannerOffline GPS mapsPark Assistant for on-trail answers
✈️ Travel
(1.2K)
freemium
13
Zion National Park US
Zion National Park US
Zion National Park US
Zion National Park Guide
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
14
Zion National Park Camping
Zion National Park Camping
Zion National Park Camping
zion national park camping map
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
15
KOA Camping | RV, Cabin & Tent
KOA Camping | RV, Cabin & Tent
KOA Camping | RV, Cabin & Tent
Locations across North America
Free

Discover and book a variety of camping accommodations, including RV sites, cabins, and tent spots, at numerous locations across North America. Manage your reservations, track rewards, and plan your trips with integrated tools and local recommendations.

Find campgrounds by type and locationInteractive map with directionsBook campsites and cabins
✈️ Travel
(22K)
free
16
National Park - Capitol Reef
National Park - Capitol Reef
National Park - Capitol Reef
National Park - Capitol Reef
$2.99
✈️ Travel
(0)
17
US National Parks Map & Guide!
US National Parks Map & Guide!
US National Parks Map & Guide!
Discover the wonder and beauty
$2.99
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
18
Explore National Parks
Explore National Parks
Explore National Parks
by Support The App
Free

Access detailed information for all national parks, including web pages, social media links, and weather forecasts. Subscribe for a monthly donation to support the developer.

National Park web pagesTwitter integrationFacebook integration
✈️ Travel
(1)
free with in-app purchases
19
Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park
Visitor Guide & Tickets
Free

Discover Yosemite National Park with this comprehensive offline guide. It offers detailed information on history, geography, climate, and activities, along with practical tips and trail maps. Includes access to travel guides for San Francisco and Lake Tahoe.

100% offline mobile guideDetailed park informationTrail maps
📚 Education
(193)
free with in-app purchases
20
Kakadu National Park
Kakadu National Park
Kakadu National Park
The official companion app
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)

FAQ about Joshua Tree National Park

What are the best joshua tree national park apps for iPhone?
National Park Service tops our joshua tree national park apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 124K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top joshua tree national park apps we rank are free to download, including National Park Service and Joshua Tree Audio Tour Guide.
National Park Service has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 246+ joshua tree national park apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The official NPS app serves as a comprehensive guide to over 420 national parks. It provides interactive maps, self-guided tours, information on amenities, operating hours, fees, and allows users to download park content for offline use.
Key features include interactive maps with points of interest and trails, self-guided tours, detailed amenity information (restrooms, dining), fee and pass details, accessibility options with audio descriptions, and the ability to download park content for offline access.