Best Lake Map Apps

2.9😞(2.4K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

#5in Navigation

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
🗺️ Inaccurate or outdated map data

Lowrance: app for anglers by Navico Norway AS

Great fishing charts

Strong Contender

4.6😞(2.9K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

#92in Navigation

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
👍 Good mapping and charting features

Room to Improve

🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
🐛 Connectivity issues with Lowrance devices
🐛 Unreliable GPS tracking
🐛 Buggy and unstable performance
🐛 Poor customer support

onX Fish: Midwest Fishing Maps by onXmaps, Inc.

Lake Finder, Weather, Species

Worth Considering

i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps

4.6😐(1.8K ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

#59in Navigation

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Discover new fishing spots with detailed lake maps, species data, and weather forecasts. Navigate to access points and fishing locations, even offline, and stay informed with local regulations. Plan your next successful fishing trip with this comprehensive tool.

What We Love

🚀 Great resource for finding new lakes
👍 User-friendly and intuitive interface
🗺️ Detailed lake maps and access points
📊 Comprehensive fish data and surveys
⛅ Helpful weather integration

Room to Improve

❌ Limited coverage - only 4 states supported
🗺️ Inaccurate or low-quality lake contours
💰 Expensive subscription model
🔍 Inconsistent fish abundance/trophy data
🚫 Paywall for previously free features

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Interactive map of Smith LakeReal-time GPS trackingPoints of Interest (marinas, restaurants, etc.)

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Voice-guided marine navigationRoute manager for creating/importing routesOffline NOAA marine, lake, and river charts

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