Best Lake Maps Boat Apps

190+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating

16 free apps

Updated September 2026

The best lake maps boat apps on iPhone average 4.3★ across 190+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated September 2026.

Compare top Lake Maps Boat Apps (September 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	LakeStats	Free	4.9★ (18)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
2	Lake Champlain – Boating Map	$2.99	—	No	No	Sep 2026
3	i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps	Free	4.5★ (15K)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
4	Wayvz	Free was $0.99	5.0★ (4)	No	Yes	Aug 2026
5	Marine Navigation-USA Lake Map	$29.99	4.2★ (19)	No	No	Aug 2026
6	AIS Maps: Marine & Lake charts	Free	3.7★ (32)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
7	MyLake Live	Free	—	No	No	Aug 2026
8	Lake Genius: Boating Guide	Free	4.8★ (109)	No	Yes	Sep 2026

Top Picks for Lake Maps Boat

#1

LakeStats by LakeStats LLC

Depth Map & Live Water Stats

Editor's Choice

4.9(18 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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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.

#2

Lake Champlain – Boating Map by Vishwam B

Raster Nautical Charts

Strong Contender

🗺️ Navigation

0.0(0 ratings)

$2.99

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This app provides advanced marine raster nautical charts for various water activities. It offers seamless chart overlays, offline map display, and GPS tracking for easy navigation. Users can also add favorite markers and find points of interest.

#3

i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps by Bist LLC

Lake Depth Map,Sailing Plotter

Worth Considering

🗺️ Navigation

4.5😊(15K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

#92in Navigation

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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.

What We Love

🚀 Accurate GPS and navigation
🗺️ Detailed nautical charts
📊 Helpful fishing and structure information
🔍 Useful for finding unexplored fishing spots
💻 Offline functionality works well

Room to Improve

🌐 GPS/location issues, inaccurate positioning
💰 Expensive recurring subscription model
🔁 Difficulty restoring purchased content on new devices
🔧 Poor customer support and lack of response
📦 Missing coverage for some lakes/waterways

More Lake Maps Boat apps to explore

Know Before You Go

$0.99 | 100% OFF

This navigation app provides real-time depth information for Lake Powell using color-coded maps. It works offline and updates daily with water levels, helping boaters stay aware of shallow areas and hazards.

Full Lake Powell coverageOffline functionalityLive daily water level updates

🗺️ Navigation

Marine Navigation-USA Lake Map

Marine Navigation-USA Lake Map

Marine Navigation-USA Lake Map

Navigate waterways with detailed NOAA charts, lake maps, and river maps. Features voice-guided route assistance, route management, and tide/current predictions. Supports offline chart downloads and GPX/KML route import/export.

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

🗺️ Navigation

AIS Maps: Marine & Lake charts

AIS Maps: Marine & Lake charts

AIS Maps: Marine & Lake charts

Detailed nautical & topo maps

Explore detailed nautical, lake, and park maps with live vessel tracking. Offers offline map access, route planning, and weather forecasts for safe and informed navigation on water and trails.

Live AIS vessel trackingDetailed nautical chartsOffline map downloads

🗺️ Navigation

free with in-app purchases

by Michael Wayne Kay

🗺️ Navigation

Lake Genius: Boating Guide

Lake Genius: Boating Guide

Lake Genius: Boating Guide

Powell, Mead, Tahoe, Others

This app provides detailed maps and information for major western US lakes, including over 2000 mapped sites like camping, historical locations, and amenities. It offers daily updates on water levels and underwater hazards, along with navigation tools to mark locations, track routes, and estimate travel times.

2000+ mapped sitesDaily water level updatesUnderwater hazard information

🗺️ Navigation

Wavve Boating: GPS, Map, Chart

Wavve Boating: GPS, Map, Chart

Wavve Boating: GPS, Map, Chart

Marine Navigation, Depth, Tide

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.

Simple GPS navigationCustomizable nautical chartsCommunity points of interest

🗺️ Navigation

free with in-app purchases

Navionics® Boating

Navionics® Boating

Navionics® Boating

Nautical and fishing charts

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.

Offline nautical chartsHD bathymetry mapsDock-to-dock route planning

🗺️ Navigation

free with in-app purchases

i-Boating: USA Marine Charts

i-Boating: USA Marine Charts

i-Boating: USA Marine Charts

Nautical + Lake Contour Maps

This app provides detailed marine and lake navigation charts, including NOAA vector charts, USACE inland river maps, and contour maps for anglers. It offers advanced GPS features like voice-prompted route assistance, track recording, and tide/current predictions for safe and efficient boating.

NOAA marine vector chartsFreshwater lake contour mapsVoice-prompted route assistance

🗺️ Navigation

free with in-app purchases

Easy navigation for Squam Lake

Navigate Squam Lake with offline maps and a built-in compass. Find buoys and access a list of important phone numbers. Ideal for boaters and visitors to the area.

Offline map functionalityBuoy locations displayedIntegrated compass

🗺️ Navigation

Bizer Navigator

Bizer Navigator

Bizer Navigator

Recreational Boat Navigation

Navigate Lake Winnipesaukee with confidence using detailed maps and GPS features. Find routes, track your location, and discover points of interest like marinas and restaurants.

Detailed Lake Winnipesaukee mapGPS navigation and routingLocation tracking

free with in-app purchases

Aqua Map Boating

Aqua Map Boating

Aqua Map Boating

Marine navigation and fishing

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

free with in-app purchases

A New Way to Lake!

Navigate and explore Lewis Smith Lake with detailed maps, real-time GPS tracking, and information on points of interest like marinas and restaurants. Discover hidden gems and enjoy the best the lake has to offer.

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

🗺️ Navigation

One-Boat Network

One-Boat Network

One-Boat Network

Humminbird® and Minn Kota®

Integrate your boat's electronics into a single control center. Manage navigation, trolling motors, and shallow water anchors from your smartphone. Access detailed maps and update device software seamlessly.

Integrated boat electronics dashboardDigital remote control for trolling motors and anchorsWaypoint management and transfer

🗺️ Navigation

free with in-app purchases

Lake Erie Pulse

Lake Erie Pulse

Lake Erie Pulse

Lake Conditions, Cams, & More

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

Lake Como cruise guide

Lake Como cruise guide

Lake Como cruise guide

Maps, audio guides & tours

Boat Trader - Boats for Sale

Boat Trader - Boats for Sale

Boat Trader - Boats for Sale

Buy & Sell Boats in the US

Discover new and used boats for sale across the U.S. with an extensive search marketplace. Filter by type, size, price, and more to find your ideal vessel. View detailed specs, photos, and easily contact sellers.

Extensive search filters and sortingView photos and detailed specsResearch boat types and models

🛍️ Shopping

Lowrance: app for anglers

Lowrance: app for anglers

Lowrance: app for anglers

Great fishing charts

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.

Detailed C-MAP fishing chartsWaypoint managementOffline map downloads

🗺️ Navigation

free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Lake Maps Boat

What are the best lake maps boat apps for iPhone?

LakeStats tops our lake maps boat apps ranking as of September 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 18 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Are there free lake maps boat apps for iPhone?

Yes — 16 of the top lake maps boat apps we rank are free to download, including LakeStats and i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps.

Does LakeStats have ads or in-app purchases?

LakeStats has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of September 2026.

How many lake maps boat apps are on the App Store?

We track 190+ lake maps boat apps on the iOS App Store as of September 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.

What is LakeStats?

LakeStats provides real-time water level data, boat ramp status, and historical lake information. It's designed for boaters and outdoor enthusiasts to help plan trips and monitor water conditions.

Does LakeStats work offline?

Yes, LakeStats offers offline functionality, allowing you to access downloaded lake data even without an internet connection. This is useful for remote areas or when planning trips.