Best Modern Hiker Apps

250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

The best modern hiker apps on iPhone average 4.3★ across 250+ titles — we've ranked them by what real users actually keep on their phones. Updated October 2026.

Compare top Modern Hiker Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1ModernHiker: California TrailsModernHiker: California TrailsFree4.8★ (438)YesYesOct 2026
2AllTrails: Hike, Bike & RunAllTrails: Hike, Bike & RunFree4.9★ (1M)YesYesNov 2026
3Nook: Trail & Hike CommunityNook: Trail & Hike CommunityFree4.8★ (29)NoYesOct 2026
4Hiker: Offline Trail MapsHiker: Offline Trail MapsFree—NoNoAug 2026
5Hiker TrashHiker TrashFree5.0★ (2)NoNoOct 2026
6Thru: Virtual HikingThru: Virtual HikingFree4.9★ (128)NoNoOct 2026
7Hiker's LogbookHiker's LogbookFree4.4★ (25)NoYesOct 2026
8Hiker.bgHiker.bgFree—NoNoOct 2026

Top Picks for Modern Hiker

ModernHiker: California Trails#1

ModernHiker: California Trails by OPENPLANIT LLC

Download quality guides & maps
Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
4.8(438 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access detailed trail guides and maps for hundreds of curated hikes across the American West, even without an internet connection. Enjoy high-quality content from published guidebook authors, including pictures, maps, and directions.

AllTrails: Hike, Bike & Run#2

AllTrails: Hike, Bike & Run by AllTrails, Inc.

GPS Hiking & Biking Trail Maps
Strong Contender
💪 Health & Fitness
4.9😐(1M ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#7in Health & Fitness
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Discover and navigate outdoor trails for hiking, biking, and running. Find detailed trail information, user reviews, and plan your next adventure with GPS guidance. Share your experiences and connect with a community of outdoor enthusiasts.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Excellent for finding and tracking trails
  • 📍 Accurate GPS and offline maps
  • 📸 Helpful user-submitted photos and reviews
  • 🗺️ Wide selection of trails
  • 🔍 Useful search and filtering options

Room to Improve

  • 🔋 High battery consumption
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
  • 🤔 Unintuitive user interface changes
  • 🗺️ Inaccurate or outdated trail information
  • 💰 Expensive subscription model

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FAQ about Modern Hiker

What are the best modern hiker apps for iPhone?
ModernHiker: California Trails tops our modern hiker apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 438 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top modern hiker apps we rank are free to download, including ModernHiker: California Trails and AllTrails: Hike, Bike & Run.
ModernHiker: California Trails shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 250+ modern hiker apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.