Best Mapping Trail Apps

4.9(38 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

This app allows outdoor explorers to map, record, and revisit their adventures. Create custom routes, manage waypoints, and share your journeys with friends. It offers offline map access for remote areas and supports various file formats for importing and exporting data.

Colorado Trail Explorer by State of Colorado Governor's Office of Information Technology

Colorado's Official Trail Map

Strong Contender

4.4😊(253 ratings)

Free

Explore Colorado's trails with this comprehensive map app. Discover routes, download offline maps, record trips, and log field notes. Earn badges by completing challenges and share your adventures with the community.

What We Love

🗺️ Comprehensive trail database with official trail information
💰 Free app with no subscription required
📱 Offline map functionality for areas without cell service
🎯 Snap-to-trail route creation feature
📊 Detailed elevation profiles and distance tracking
🏛️ State-managed data from official trail managers
🔍 Excellent for discovering lesser-known trails
⚡ Works well on older/budget phones
🎨 Clean interface and intuitive design
📍 Accurate GPS tracking and positioning

Room to Improve

🐛 Frequent bugs and stability issues
🔄 Slow developer response to bug fixes
📍 Outdated trail and satellite data
❌ Missing or inaccurate trail closures
🚫 Trails on private/closed land causing trespassing issues
⚙️ Pinch-zoom too sensitive, causes unwanted map rotation
📱 Landscape mode not supported
🔐 Password reset functionality broken
📊 Mileage tracking inconsistencies
⌨️ Keyboard covers input fields in trip descriptions

TrailMap - Custom Map Overlays by Jack Sheridan

Put any image on the map

Worth Considering

Terra Map - Trail Explorer

3.3(9 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

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Overlay custom images onto real-world maps for reference. Pin your location to find trails, hidden spots, or even your next class. Offers a scalable and rotatable map experience.

More Mapping Trail apps to explore

Outdoor trails & topo charts

Offline worldwide mapsRoute and marker sharingElevation and speed profiles

Navigate the outdoors with detailed worldwide maps, offline access, and route sharing. Track your adventures, view elevation profiles, and stay connected with a community of explorers. Optimized for extended use and battery efficiency.

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Avenza Maps: Offline Mapping

GPS Navigation & Trail Maps

Offline GPS navigationReal-time GPS position and directionRecord GPS tracks

Navigate any terrain with offline GPS maps, even without cell service. Explore a vast Map Store for hiking, biking, and travel, or import your own custom maps. Record tracks, add notes, and identify your location precisely.

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Michigan Offroad Trail Map

by Brendan Kirchner

$3.99

Explore Michigan's 4x4 and snowmobile trails with this offline map application. View trail locations and your current position even without cell service. Navigate Northern Michigan's diverse off-road network.

Offline trail mapsReal-time location tracking4x4 trail data

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CalTopo: Backcountry Mapping

Route Planning & Navigation

Offline map downloadsSatellite imageryRoute planning

Plan and navigate off-grid adventures with detailed offline maps and real-time weather forecasts. Trusted by professionals, this app offers seamless syncing and collaborative planning for backcountry pursuits.

Add GPS to any Trail Map

Convert any map image to a GPS trail mapAdd geo-location pins for accuracySource maps from photos, websites, or PDFs

Transform any trail map into a digital GPS guide by adding location pins. Follow your real-time position on the map, whether it's from a photo, website, or PDF. Saved maps are shared globally, with an optional token for extended tracking.

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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

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OnPoint Trails: OHV Trail Map

Off-roading Navigation App

Offline trail mapsOffline navigationRoute creation and tracking

Explore off-road trails with this offline navigation app. Plan routes, track rides, and discover new terrains for UTVs, ATVs, and 4x4s. Subscription required for full functionality.

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subscription

Mt. Fuji - GPS Trail Map

Offline trail map with GPSRoute selection for Mt. FujiMountain hut and lodge information

This app provides hikers with an offline GPS trail map for climbing Mt. Fuji. It offers route selection, mountain hut information, and voice notifications for deviations. Users can also record their hikes, earn certificates, and access useful climbing information.

Navigate offline with detailed maps and GPS tracking. Discover local points of interest and businesses, and record your own waypoints. Share your adventures with others.

Offline map viewingGPS tracking and recordingCustomizable points of interest

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paid

OHV Trail Map California

by Friends of Jawbone

Access to entire OHV map lineView multiple zoom levelsNavigate to popular destinations

Access detailed OHV maps covering 85 million acres of California's recreation lands, from deserts to mountains. Navigate designated trails, find points of interest, and access local services. Ideal for off-road enthusiasts exploring diverse terrains.

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by American Battlefield Trust

Antietam Trail Map App

Personalized battlefield tourAudio tour and videosAuto tour guidance

Explore Antietam National Battlefield with this comprehensive guide. Features an audio tour, videos, and adaptable schedules for a personalized visit, whether on-site or at home. Learn about the pivotal Civil War battle.

✈️ Travel

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TrailMapp Hiking Map (Offline)

High-quality worldwide trails

onX Backcountry: 3D Trail Maps

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Offline Hiking & Biking GPS

Offline 3D, LiDAR-based topo mapsActivity-specific Map ModesAvalanche Terrain Exposure Scale (ATES) maps

Navigate the backcountry with offline maps and GPS tracking for hiking, skiing, and biking. Discover new trails, plan routes, and access detailed terrain data, weather forecasts, and hazard information. Your ultimate companion for outdoor adventures, even without cell service.

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FO Maps: GeoPDF GPS Offline

Field GIS, KMZ, no signal

Offline map and plan import (GeoPDF, KML, KMZ)GPS markers with custom templates and geotagged photosTeam collaboration with offline project sharing

This app provides offline GIS capabilities for professionals in fields like mining, construction, and agriculture. It allows for importing plans, creating markers with photos, and collaborating with teams, all without an internet connection.

📊 Productivity

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ad-supported

Scenic Map Grand Canyon

Offline 3D topo maps

Offline 3D topographic mapsSatellite image overlaysGPS tracking and route replay

Explore detailed 3D topographic maps of the Grand Canyon and Arizona offline. Features include satellite overlays, customizable map styles, and GPS tracking with route replay. Expand coverage globally with an in-app purchase.

Your trails management hub.

Cross-platform compatibilityMobile data collectionOffline-first design

Manage, inspect, and maintain trails and infrastructure on your mobile device. Collect data offline with intuitive forms and sync automatically when back online. Ideal for professional trail managers and volunteer users.

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