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Best National Geographic Maps Apps & Games

140+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.7 avg rating
19 free apps & games
Updated June 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our national geographic maps list covers 140+ iPhone apps and games updated through June 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Top Picks for National Geographic Maps

National Park Service#1

National Park Service by National Park Service

The official app of 420+ parks
Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
4.9😊(107K ratings)
Free
#53in Travel
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Explore over 420 national parks with interactive maps, self-guided tours, and essential on-the-ground information. Plan your visit with details on amenities, operating hours, and fees. Download park content for offline use, ensuring access even without internet service.

What We Love

  • 👍 Helpful information on national parks
  • 🚀 Useful offline features
  • 💡 Ability to create lists of visited/to-visit parks
  • 🗺️ Interactive maps and GPS guidance

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Downloading issues and app crashes
  • 🔍 Difficulty finding specific information or navigating the app
  • 🗺️ Inconsistent or incomplete map and trail data
Avenza Maps: Offline Mapping#2

Avenza Maps: Offline Mapping by Avenza Systems Inc.

GPS, Trails, Hiking, Offroad
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
4.8😊(125K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#13in Navigation
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 🗺️ Accurate GPS tracking
  • 📥 Offline maps
  • 💾 Ability to download maps

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Poor search functionality
  • 🗺️ Inaccurate map placement
  • 💰 Expensive maps
World Map +#3

World Map + by Appventions

Quick Reference World Maps
Worth Considering
🔍 Reference
4.7😐(7.1K ratings)
FreeAds
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Access essential world maps for quick reference and navigation. Explore political, detailed, and time zone maps, with interesting facts about countries. Works online and offline, ideal for students, travelers, and curious minds.

What We Love

  • 🗺️ Quick reference for travel
  • 🌍 Excellent world map resource
  • 👍 Easy to use and navigate
  • 🎓 Helpful for learning geography

Room to Improve

  • 🗺️ Lacks detailed maps and zooming capabilities
  • 🐛 Interactive map not functioning properly
  • 🗺️ Inaccurate or outdated map information

More National Geographic Maps apps to explore

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Maps of our World
Maps of our World
Maps of our World
The geography quiz
Free

Explore the world through interactive geography quizzes. Learn countries, capitals, and geographical features with engaging challenges and unlockable content. Designed for all skill levels, from beginners to geography experts.

Learn countries and capitalsDiscover rivers, deserts, and mountainsInteractive world maps
🎮 Games
(20K)
free with in-app purchases
5
National Parks Pocket Maps
National Parks Pocket Maps
National Parks Pocket Maps
#1 U.S. National Parks
Free

Plan and explore U.S. National Parks with detailed offline maps, guides, and brochures. Discover over 500 parks, campgrounds, trails, and points of interest. Features GPS tracking, park alerts, and weather forecasts for an empowered adventure.

Offline park maps and guides500+ U.S. National Park Service sites7,300+ campgrounds
✈️ Travel
(2.4K)
free with in-app purchases
6
NP Maps - Yellowstone
NP Maps - Yellowstone
NP Maps - Yellowstone
Nation Park Service USGS maps
Free

Access high-resolution topographic and park maps for offline GPS navigation. Download maps for national parks and USGS quadrangles across the USA. Ideal for road trips, hiking, and exploring areas with no data service.

Offline GPS navigationHigh-resolution park and topographic mapsAccess to NPS and USGS map libraries
✈️ Travel
(664)
free with in-app purchases
7
Topo Maps+
Topo Maps+
Topo 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
🗺️ Navigation
(9.2K)
freemium
8
Forest Maps 2
Forest Maps 2
Forest Maps 2
Maps of U.S. National Forests
Free

Access detailed maps of all U.S. National Forests on your mobile device. Save favorite locations and synchronize them across devices. Offline map downloads and track recording are available with a Pro upgrade.

U.S. Forest Service mapsContinuous map viewFavorite spot markers
🗺️ Navigation
(558)
free with in-app purchases
9
National Geographic DE
National Geographic DE
National Geographic DE
by Selbermachen Media GmbH
Free
$7.99 | 100% OFF

Explore the world of National Geographic with digital magazine editions. Access past issues, exclusive content, and enjoy a comfortable reading experience with adjustable text and modes. Discover research, nature's wonders, and distant cultures through stunning photography and reports.

Digital magazine editions from 2015 onwardsExclusive, out-of-print digital issuesFull-text search across issues
📚 Education
(271)
free with in-app purchases
10
Map Canvas: Draw on Maps
Map Canvas: Draw on Maps
Map Canvas: Draw on Maps
Sketch & annotate on world map
Free

This app allows users to sketch, annotate, and plan routes directly on a world map. It supports importing and exporting geographic data files and offers tools for drawing and pathfinding. Users can also share their map creations online.

Draw and annotate on world mapsPathfinding toolsImport GeoJSON and GPX files
📊 Productivity
(72)
free with in-app purchases
11
CalTopo: Backcountry Mapping
CalTopo: Backcountry Mapping
CalTopo: Backcountry Mapping
Route Planning & Navigation
Free

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.

Offline map downloadsSatellite imageryRoute planning
🗺️ Navigation
(6.9K)
free
12
Natural Atlas: Topo Maps & GPS
Natural Atlas: Topo Maps & GPS
Natural Atlas: Topo Maps & GPS
Hiking & Backpacking Topo Maps
Free

Navigate and explore the outdoors with detailed topographic maps and GPS. Discover local flora and fauna, record your journeys, and save offline data for remote adventures. Build a personal atlas of your explorations and share memories.

Offline topographic mapsGPS tracking and navigationField guide for plants and animals
🗺️ Navigation
(182)
freemium
13
MapChart App
MapChart App
MapChart App
Create Custom Maps
Free

Create custom maps by coloring them with various tools and options. Save, load, and share your creations. Offers a wide selection of map types, from world and historical maps to fantasy and video game maps.

Wide variety of map typesIntuitive map coloringCustomizable map elements
🎨 Graphics & Design
(4.6K)
free with in-app purchases
14
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
✈️ Travel
(5.5K)
free with in-app purchases
15
National Park Service Zion App
National Park Service Zion App
National Park Service Zion App
Yellowstone, Yosemite, Smarter
Free

Test your knowledge of US National Parks with an engaging quiz. Discover the locations of parks on a map and learn interesting facts. This free educational game offers tips to help you guess correctly.

National Park QuizMap ModeIn-app Tips
🎮 Games
(138)
free
16
RouteBuddy Atlas - GPS Nav App for US and Worldwide Topo Maps
RouteBuddy Atlas - GPS Nav App for US and Worldwide Topo Maps
RouteBuddy Atlas - GPS Nav App for US and Worldwide Topo Maps
by RouteBuddy Ltd.
Free

This GPS navigation app offers detailed offline topographic maps for various regions worldwide, including the US, UK, France, and Ireland. It caters to outdoor enthusiasts and professionals with features like national park and trail maps, with options for premium map purchases.

Offline topographic mapsUSGS National Park mapsThru-hiker trail maps
🗺️ Navigation
(1)
free with in-app purchases
17
CityMaps2Go Pro Offline Maps
CityMaps2Go Pro Offline Maps
CityMaps2Go Pro Offline Maps
for Travel, Cycling & Hiking
$11.99

This app provides detailed offline maps for travelers, cyclists, and hikers, featuring worldwide coverage, in-depth content, and trip planning tools. It ensures you have access to navigation and information even without an internet connection, saving on data roaming costs.

Offline mapsWorldwide coverageDetailed content with photos and tips
✈️ Travel
(1.6K)
free with in-app purchases
18
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)
🗺️ Navigation
(34K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Topo Reader
Topo Reader
Topo Reader
USGS Topographical Maps
Free

Access and use detailed USGS topographical maps offline, even historical versions. Import your own geospatial PDF maps for navigation, route planning, and distance measurement. Ideal for outdoor adventures and geographical exploration.

Download USGS topographical maps offlineImport geospatial PDF mapsOffline GPS usage on downloaded maps
🗺️ Navigation
(163)
subscription
20
Wyoming Pocket Maps
Wyoming Pocket Maps
Wyoming Pocket Maps
Outdoor Guides & Maps
Free

Plan your outdoor adventures in Wyoming with detailed maps and guides for parks, campgrounds, and trails. Download content for offline use in remote areas and access GPS, weather, and park alerts.

Offline map and guide downloads70+ parks, monuments, forests1,600+ campgrounds and campsites
✈️ Travel
(103)
free with in-app purchases