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Best Map Route Kayaking Apps

150+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated July 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our map route kayaking list covers 150+ iPhone apps updated through July 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Top Picks for Map Route Kayaking

Aqua Map Boating#1

Aqua Map Boating by GEC s.r.l.

Marine navigation and fishing
Editor's Choice
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Navigation
4.7๐Ÿ˜Š(13K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#63in Navigation
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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.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿš€ Excellent navigation tool
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Easy to use and intuitive
  • ๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Detailed and accurate charts
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Helpful features like AIS, weather, and fuel prices

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Occasional issues with map downloads and disappearing charts
  • ๐Ÿ” Lack of intuitive route planning functionality
  • ๐Ÿ” Slow map loading and tracking issues in certain areas
inRoute - Intelligent Routing#2

inRoute - Intelligent Routing by Carob Apps, LLC

Route Planner & Road Trip GPS
Strong Contender
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Navigation
4.6๐Ÿ˜(10K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#46in Navigation
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Plan optimal routes with detailed road conditions like weather, elevation, and curves. Navigate turn-by-turn with voice guidance and receive automatic severe weather alerts. Import, export, and share routes easily.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿš€ Flexible interface
  • ๐Ÿš€ Detailed route planning
  • ๐Ÿš€ Helpful for RV/trailer trips
  • ๐Ÿš€ Useful for commercial drivers

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Routing issues and inaccuracies
  • ๐Ÿ› Difficulty rerouting off course
  • ๐Ÿ› Slow performance and crashes
Footpath Route Planner#3

Footpath Route Planner by Half Mile Labs LLC

Running, Hiking, Bike Maps
Worth Considering
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Navigation
4.8๐Ÿ˜(21K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#67in Navigation
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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.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿš€ Full-featured outdoors app
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Nice app
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Excellent for discovering routes
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Useful for run planning

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› No more free turn by turn
  • ๐Ÿ› Buggy and unreliable
  • ๐Ÿ› Seems to no longer recognize footpaths

More Map Route Kayaking apps to explore

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Paddle Ways - Lets Go Paddling
Paddle Ways - Lets Go Paddling
Paddle Ways - Lets Go Paddling
River & Lake Maps & Conditions
Free

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.

Nationwide mapped rivers and lakesPublic access points and boat rampsThousands of paddling routes
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Navigation
(1.2K)
free with in-app purchases
5
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)
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Navigation
(35K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Paddle Logger: SUP & Kayaking
Paddle Logger: SUP & Kayaking
Paddle Logger: SUP & Kayaking
Paddling Logbook & GPS Tracker
Free

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.

One-button GPS trackingLive location sharing (PaddleLIVEโ„ข)Route planning with alerts (PaddlePLANโ„ข)
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
(6.2K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Topo Maps+: Topographic Maps
Topo Maps+: Topographic Maps
Topo Maps+: Topographic Maps
Offline Maps & GPS Navigation
Free

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.

Offline topographic mapsSmart route buildingWaypoints and proximity alerts
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Navigation
(9.2K)
freemium
8
Go Paddling
Go Paddling
Go Paddling
Kayak, Canoe, Paddleboard Spot
Free

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.

25,000+ paddling locationsFind nearby spotsUser comments and trip reports
๐ŸŒŸ Lifestyle
(204)
free with in-app purchases
9
Mapy.com: Maps & GPS Offline
Mapy.com: Maps & GPS Offline
Mapy.com: Maps & GPS Offline
Hike & Bike Route Planner
Free

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.

Offline world mapsHiking and biking trail planningVoice navigation
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Navigation
(1.3K)
freemium
10
Gaia GPS: Mobile Trail Maps
Gaia GPS: Mobile Trail Maps
Gaia GPS: Mobile Trail Maps
Hiking, Overlanding, Camping
Free

Discover trails, campsites, and routes with detailed topographic maps and GPS navigation. Plan your adventures with offline maps, weather updates, and distance tracking. Explore hiking, off-roading, camping, and skiing with this comprehensive outdoor companion.

Topographic mapsGPS navigationOffline maps
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Navigation
(357)
free with in-app purchases
11
AllTrails: Hike, Bike & Run
AllTrails: Hike, Bike & Run
AllTrails: Hike, Bike & Run
Chemins Randonnรฉe Trail VTT GR
Free

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.

Trail discovery by location and interestGPS turn-by-turn navigationOffline map downloads
๐Ÿ’ช Health & Fitness
(1M)
free with in-app purchases
12
FarOut: Hike, Bike, Paddle
FarOut: Hike, Bike, Paddle
FarOut: Hike, Bike, Paddle
Hiking, Biking, & Paddling
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
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Navigation
(26K)
free with in-app purchases
13
C-MAP: Boating
C-MAP: Boating
C-MAP: Boating
Charts, Planning & Navigation
Free

Access up-to-date nautical charts for global exploration and planning. Save points of interest and routes, record tracks, and view marine weather. Upgrade for offline maps, GPS, and advanced features like shaded relief and AIS.

Free chart viewerAutoroutingPersonal waypoints
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Navigation
(2.3K)
free with in-app purchases
14
PD Maps Worldwide Edition
PD Maps Worldwide Edition
PD Maps Worldwide Edition
by Konstantin Klyatskin
Free

Navigate anywhere with this functional and economical map application. It offers worldwide coverage, offline map support, and multiple map providers for a seamless experience. Explore new places with integrated services and enjoy real-time traffic updates.

Worldwide map coverageOffline maps modeMultiple map providers
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Navigation
(384)
free with in-app purchases
15
OsmAnd Maps Travel & Navigate
OsmAnd Maps Travel & Navigate
OsmAnd Maps Travel & Navigate
Top-rated mobile trip planner
Free

Navigate and plan trips offline with detailed world maps based on OpenStreetMap. Customize routes for various vehicles, record GPX tracks, and discover points of interest without an internet connection.

Offline world mapsGPS navigationRoute planning
โœˆ๏ธ Travel
(5.5K)
free with in-app purchases
16
Savvy Navvy: Boat Navigation
Savvy Navvy: Boat Navigation
Savvy Navvy: Boat Navigation
Marine GPS and Nautical Charts
Free

This app provides comprehensive marine navigation, integrating charts, weather, tides, and GPS tracking. It simplifies route planning and offers real-time safety data to ensure confident and enjoyable time on the water for various boating activities.

Clutter-free nautical chartsSmart route planning with weather and tide integrationReal-time GPS tracking
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Navigation
(7.4K)
free with in-app purchases
17
Track My Journey - Travel Log
Track My Journey - Travel Log
Track My Journey - Travel Log
Record Trips & Route History
Free

Record, save, and relive your travels with this GPS trip logger. Track routes in real-time, attach photos to locations, and access your journey history on a web dashboard. Offers intelligent data correction and prioritizes user privacy.

Real-time GPS trackingAttach photos to locationsCloud backup and web dashboard access
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Navigation
(1K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Outdooractive
Outdooractive
Outdooractive
Reliable planning & navigation
Free

Discover and navigate officially approved outdoor routes worldwide for various sports. Plan your own adventures with detailed maps and offline capabilities. Share your location for safety and connect with a global community.

Discover officially approved routesPlan custom routes with map plannerOffline map and route saving
โœˆ๏ธ Travel
(431)
free with in-app purchases
19
onX Fish: Midwest Fishing Maps
onX Fish: Midwest Fishing Maps
onX Fish: Midwest Fishing Maps
Ice Fishing Spots & Weather
Free

Discover new fishing spots with detailed lake data, weather forecasts, and GPS navigation. Plan your next trip with insights on fish species, stocking history, and land ownership. Navigate hands-free and access maps offline.

Lake Finder with species informationDetailed fishing maps and plannerGPS navigation and offline maps
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Navigation
(1.4K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Marine Navigation-USA Lake Map
Marine Navigation-USA Lake Map
Marine Navigation-USA Lake Map
by Bist LLC
$29.99

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
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Navigation
(18)
free