Best Kayak Maps Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated August 2026

Whether you're new to kayak maps or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 249+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Kayak Maps Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Paddle Ways - Lets Go PaddlingPaddle Ways - Lets Go PaddlingFree4.3★ (1.4K)NoYesAug 2026
2Go PaddlingGo PaddlingFree3.7★ (206)YesNoAug 2026
3Paddle Logger: SUP & KayakingPaddle Logger: SUP & KayakingFree4.7★ (6.3K)NoYesAug 2026
4iGuide MapiGuide MapFreeNoNoMay 2026
5FarOut: Hike, Bike, PaddleFarOut: Hike, Bike, PaddleFree4.8★ (26K)NoYesAug 2026
6Paddle Guide: Kayak Canoe SUPPaddle Guide: Kayak Canoe SUPFree5.0★ (6)NoYesAug 2026
7OSM MapsOSM MapsFreeNoNoJul 2026
8GridDown MapsGridDown MapsFreeNoNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Kayak Maps

Paddle Ways - Lets Go Paddling#1

Paddle Ways - Lets Go Paddling by OnWater, LLC

River & Lake Maps & Conditions
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
4.3😐(1.4K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#85in Navigation
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Discover and plan paddling adventures with detailed maps, real-time conditions, and route information. Find launch points, campsites, and weather forecasts to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip on rivers and lakes.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great resource for finding new paddling locations
  • 👍 Useful information on boat ramps and access points
  • 💡 Potential for detailed river mapping and navigation
  • 🚀 Helpful for planning logistics and trip details

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Incomplete or inaccurate data for many regions
  • 💰 Free version too limited, premium subscription required
  • 🔒 Issues with account deletion and location tracking
Go Paddling#2

Go Paddling by VerticalScope Inc.

Kayak, Canoe, Paddleboard Spot
Strong Contender
🌟 Lifestyle
3.7😐(206 ratings)
FreeAds
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Discover over 25,000 paddling locations for kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards. Find nearby spots with user comments and trip reports, or contribute your own discoveries. Get on the water easily with this comprehensive guide.

What We Love

  • 👍 Great app for finding kayak/SUP launch sites
  • 💡 Allows users to add new locations and photos
  • 🚀 Helpful for planning trips and finding new places to paddle

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App crashes and bugs after recent updates
  • ⚠️ Outdated information and lack of user engagement
  • 🗺️ Missing key details like water conditions, hazards, and amenities
Paddle Logger: SUP & Kayaking#3

Paddle Logger: SUP & Kayaking by Paddle Logger Ltd.

Paddling Logbook & GPS Tracker
Worth Considering
💪 Health & Fitness
4.7😊(6.3K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app helps paddlers track their journeys with GPS, providing detailed session data, safety features, and integration with Apple Health. It offers route planning, live location sharing, and performance analysis for various water sports.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great app for tracking paddling activities
  • 👍 Easy to use and navigate
  • 💡 Useful safety features like location sharing
  • 👍 Integrates well with Apple Watch

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App crashes or stops recording during sessions
  • 🔋 High battery drain on Apple Watch
  • 🔒 Concerns over required access to health data

More Kayak Maps apps to explore

4
iGuide Map
iGuide Map
iGuide Map
Kayaking Guidebook
Free
⚽ Sports
(0)
5
FarOut: Hike, Bike, Paddle
FarOut: Hike, Bike, Paddle
FarOut: Hike, Bike, Paddle
Offline GPS Trail Maps
Free

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.

Offline navigational guidesExtensive global route coverageTrusted, official trail data
🗺️ Navigation
(26K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Paddle Guide: Kayak Canoe SUP
Paddle Guide: Kayak Canoe SUP
Paddle Guide: Kayak Canoe SUP
Launch Points, Trails & GPS
Free

Discover launch points, trails, and points of interest for kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding. Record your trips with GPS tracking and share your adventures. Get detailed information on conditions and amenities before you go.

Discover 40,000+ launch pointsCheck paddling conditionsScout routes and waterbodies
⚽ Sports
(6)
freemium
7
OSM Maps
OSM Maps
OSM Maps
Map viewer, images and tracks
Free

View OSM maps from various sources, create notes, and add multimedia like photos, audio, and video. Record and manage routes and tracks in GPX format, with iCloud synchronization and desktop backup options.

View OSM maps from multiple sourcesCreate and edit notes with multimediaRecord and manage GPX routes and tracks
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
free
8
GridDown Maps
GridDown Maps
GridDown Maps
by James Carey
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
9
Inveo Maps
Inveo Maps
Inveo Maps
by JOHN MONTAGUE HOWARD
Free
$0.99 | 100% OFF
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
10
Topo Maps
Topo Maps
Topo Maps
USGS and Canadian topo maps
$19.99

Access detailed topographical maps for hiking and backcountry activities. Download maps for offline use and navigate with features like waypoints, current location tracking, and compass alignment. Search for millions of geographical features.

Offline topographical map accessUSGS and Canadian map downloadsWaypoint marking and GPX import/export
🗺️ Navigation
(128)
free
11
Topographic Maps & Trails
Topographic Maps & Trails
Topographic Maps & Trails
USGS Topo Map & Hiking Trails
$4.99

Access detailed USGS topographic maps and satellite imagery for offline use. Track your hikes with distance, elevation, and calorie data. View various data themes like trails, hydrography, and land cover.

Offline USGS topographic mapsSatellite and topo map layersHiking activity tracker
🗺️ Navigation
(2.8K)
free
12
Fisherman Navigator
Fisherman Navigator
Fisherman Navigator
Offroad navigation offline
Free

Navigate offline with a variety of map types, including fishing, historical, and topographic. Save and search geopoints with voice prompts, record tracks, and create custom routes. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts seeking reliable navigation.

Offline maps (fishing, historical, topographic)Save and search geopoints with voiceRecord movement tracks
🌟 Lifestyle
(1)
free with in-app purchases
13
CartoExplorer | Cartes | GPS
CartoExplorer | Cartes | GPS
CartoExplorer | Cartes | GPS
Randonnée Outdoor Navigation
Free

This navigation app offers a vast library of high-quality maps for outdoor adventures like hiking and cycling. Plan routes, track your progress in real-time, and mark points of interest. Offline map management ensures you stay on course without an internet connection.

Extensive map library (USGS, IGN, SwissTopo, World)Route planning and savingReal-time track following
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
free with in-app purchases
14
MilMap: Maps & Navigation
MilMap: Maps & Navigation
MilMap: Maps & Navigation
Offline maps, MGRS & routes
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
15
UK Waterways Map
UK Waterways Map
UK Waterways Map
Canal & River Navigation Guide
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
16
Yandex Maps & Navigator
Yandex Maps & Navigator
Yandex Maps & Navigator
Transport, Transit, Navigation
Free

Navigate your city with detailed maps, real-time traffic, and multi-modal routing. Find businesses, get directions by car, public transport, bike, or foot, and access offline maps for over 2000 cities.

Offline maps for over 2000 citiesReal-time traffic conditionsMulti-modal routing (car, transit, bike, walk)
🗺️ Navigation
(37K)
free with in-app purchases
17
Good Old Maps
Good Old Maps
Good Old Maps
Explore & create nearby maps
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
18
Hiking Maps
Hiking Maps
Hiking Maps
Hike planning, route sharing
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
19
Everglades Topo
Everglades Topo
Everglades Topo
Elevation for the Glades
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
20
Loch Lomond Maps Offline
Loch Lomond Maps Offline
Loch Lomond Maps Offline
Offline OS maps viewer
$1.99

Navigate the Loch Lomond region with detailed offline maps from Ordnance Survey. Plan routes, search for locations, and track your GPS position without needing a mobile signal. Includes extensive footpath data and hill information.

Offline Ordnance Survey mapsRoute and waypoint managementOffline search functionality
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
paid

FAQ about Kayak Maps

What are the best kayak maps apps for iPhone?
Paddle Ways - Lets Go Paddling tops our kayak maps apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.3-star average from 1.4K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top kayak maps apps we rank are free to download, including Paddle Ways - Lets Go Paddling and Go Paddling.
Paddle Ways - Lets Go Paddling has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 249+ kayak maps apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Paddle Ways is a comprehensive paddling guide that helps users find new places to paddle, plan trips, and stay informed about river and lake conditions. It provides access to mapped rivers, lakes, boat ramps, and points of interest, along with tools for trip planning and safety.
Key features include nationwide maps of rivers and lakes, thousands of paddling routes, real-time streamflows, 10-day weather forecasts, offline map downloads, and cell coverage maps. Premium features offer advanced weather layers, lake depth maps, and private land ownership information.