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Best Federal Parks Apps & Games

209+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated July 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our federal parks list covers 209+ iPhone apps and games updated through July 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Compare top Federal Parks Apps & Games (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1National Park ServiceNational Park ServiceFree4.9★ (115K)NoNoJul 2026
2National Parks Pocket MapsNational Parks Pocket MapsFree4.7★ (2.4K)YesYesJul 2026
3National Park Trail GuideNational Park Trail GuideFree4.5★ (1.5K)NoNoJul 2026
4Our Lands: Parks & RecreationOur Lands: Parks & RecreationFree5.0★ (5)NoNoJul 2026
5Chimani: National ParksChimani: National ParksFree4.5★ (1.2K)YesYesJul 2026
6National Parks ChecklistNational Parks ChecklistFree3.6★ (26)NoNoJul 2026
7FW Parks&RecFW Parks&RecFree4.1★ (59)NoNoJul 2026
8NPS Parks AppNPS Parks AppFree4.6★ (676)NoNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Federal Parks

National Park Service#1

National Park Service by National Park Service

The official app of 420+ parks
Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
4.9😊(115K ratings)
Free
#73in 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
National Parks Pocket Maps#2

National Parks Pocket Maps by Alex Gugel

#1 U.S. National Parks
Strong Contender
✈️ Travel
4.7😐(2.4K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 👍 Helpful park information
  • 🗺️ Accurate maps
  • ⚠️ Useful weather alerts

Room to Improve

  • 🤔 Difficult to navigate for non-tech users
  • 🔍 Lacking detailed map information
  • ⚠️ Unreliable offline functionality
National Park Trail Guide#3

National Park Trail Guide by Adventure Projects Inc.

National parks guide and maps
Worth Considering
✈️ Travel
4.5😐(1.5K ratings)
Free
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Discover and explore national parks with detailed trail information, offline maps, and live GPS tracking. Plan your perfect trip with hike difficulty ratings, curated lists, and essential park insights. Never get lost and find family-friendly trails or hidden gems.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Offline maps and GPS
  • 👍 Detailed trail information
  • 📷 Helpful photos and ratings
  • 🗺️ Accurate location tracking

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes
  • 🚫 Missing parks and trails
  • 📱 Compatibility issues

More Federal Parks apps to explore

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Our Lands: Parks & Recreation
Our Lands: Parks & Recreation
Our Lands: Parks & Recreation
Federal Sites, Road Trip Maps
Free

Discover over 3,000 federal recreation sites across the US, including national parks, forests, and BLM lands. Plan road trips, find free sites, and maximize your America the Beautiful pass savings. Your exploration data stays private on your device.

3,000+ federal recreation sites on one mapRoad trip planner for federal landsAmerica the Beautiful pass savings calculator
✈️ Travel
(5)
free
5
Chimani: National Parks
Chimani: National Parks
Chimani: National Parks
Trip Planner & Offline Maps
Free

Plan national park adventures with AI-generated itineraries, offline GPS maps, and expert guides. Get real-time alerts and on-trail assistance, even without cell service, to explore confidently.

AI trip plannerOffline GPS mapsPark Assistant for on-trail answers
✈️ Travel
(1.2K)
freemium
6
National Parks Checklist
National Parks Checklist
National Parks Checklist
Tracks National Park visits
Free

Easily log and share your visits to U.S. National Parks. This free app provides a simple way to keep track of your adventures across America's natural wonders.

Track National Park visitsShare visit logsFree to use
✈️ Travel
(26)
free
7
FW Parks&Rec
FW Parks&Rec
FW Parks&Rec
by City of Federal Way
Free

Discover Federal Way's parks, register for programs, and view community center schedules. Stay informed about local events and track your activity with HealthKit integration to encourage an active lifestyle.

Park explorationProgram registrationCommunity center schedules
💪 Health & Fitness
(59)
free
8
NPS Parks App
NPS Parks App
NPS Parks App
by i2a Solutions Inc.
Free

Discover and plan your visits to all National Park Service units with this interactive guide. Explore attractions, get directions, and track your experiences. Collect digital stamps for visited parks and share your adventures with others.

Interactive NPS unit guideDigital park stampsDetailed park information
✈️ Travel
(676)
free
9
America the Beautiful Pass Map
America the Beautiful Pass Map
America the Beautiful Pass Map
America the Beautiful Pass Map
Free

Discover all federal recreation sites where your pass is accepted, not just national parks. This app maps thousands of locations across six agencies, detailing how your pass applies at each site. Plan your adventures and maximize your pass benefits with offline access and personalized reminders.

Maps all federal recreation sitesDetails pass acceptance at each locationSupports six federal agencies
🔍 Reference
(1)
free with in-app purchases
10
NY State Parks Explorer
NY State Parks Explorer
NY State Parks Explorer
by New York State Office of Information Technology Services
Free

Discover over 250 New York State parks, historic sites, and natural attractions. Plan your visits with enhanced trail mapping, essential information, and real-time alerts. Find new adventures, book camping, and explore diverse regions with ease.

Discover parks and historic sitesEnhanced trail mappingPark information (hours, fees, directions)
✈️ Travel
(13)
free
11
Sniffspot - Private Dog Parks
Sniffspot - Private Dog Parks
Sniffspot - Private Dog Parks
Rent safe & private dog parks
Free

Discover and book private, fenced spaces for your dog to run, play, and swim off-leash. Avoid crowded public parks and enjoy a safe, controlled environment tailored to your dog's needs, from reactive pups to high-energy companions.

Rent private dog parksFenced and off-leash spacesDog swimming spots
🌟 Lifestyle
(23K)
free with in-app purchases
12
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
13
ParkStamp: National Parks
ParkStamp: National Parks
ParkStamp: National Parks
Collect every National Park
Free

Document your U.S. National Park visits by collecting digital stamps. Turn your park experiences into unique, collectible WPA-inspired art in your personal StampBook. Track your progress and build a visual record of your adventures.

Collect digital stamps for each National Park visitCreate WPA-inspired collectible art from parksTrack progress on a living map of all parks
✈️ Travel
(1)
free with in-app purchases
14
Park View Federal Credit Union
Park View Federal Credit Union
Park View Federal Credit Union
by Park View Credit Union
Free

Manage your finances on the go with this mobile banking application. Access real-time account updates, make transfers, pay bills, and deposit checks with ease. Securely lock your cards and track your credit score from anywhere.

Real-time account updatesCustomizable alertsIntuitive transfers
💰 Finance
(473)
free
15
Oh, Ranger! ParkFinder™
Oh, Ranger! ParkFinder™
Oh, Ranger! ParkFinder™
by American Park Network
Free

Discover nearby parks and public lands with detailed information on activities, amenities, and directions. Find your perfect outdoor adventure based on your interests, from hiking and camping to bird watching and water sports.

Comprehensive public land databaseActivity-based park searchDetailed park information
✈️ Travel
(108)
free
16
OuterSpatial: Get Outside
OuterSpatial: Get Outside
OuterSpatial: Get Outside
Your Trusted Adventure Guide
Free

Discover new outdoor destinations, navigate trails with detailed maps, and connect with fellow adventurers. Access curated articles, events, and real-time updates on trail conditions. Participate in challenges and contribute to your favorite outdoor organizations.

Discover new outdoor placesNavigate trails with detailed mapsConnect with other adventurers
💪 Health & Fitness
(880)
free
17
Parkwolf: National Park Guide
Parkwolf: National Park Guide
Parkwolf: National Park Guide
Offline Tours, Maps & Trails
Free

Explore national and state parks with offline audio tours, detailed maps, and trail information. Discover wildlife hotspots, receive park alerts, and track your visited locations. All essential data is pre-downloaded for offline use, ensuring a seamless experience even without internet.

Offline audio toursDetailed park mapsTrail information
✈️ Travel
(7.1K)
free with in-app purchases
18
National Parks Journal
National Parks Journal
National Parks Journal
Passport, Checklist, Stamps
Free

Document your visits to all 63 US national parks with a personal travel companion. Track visited parks, capture memories with photos and journal entries, and create shareable video reels. Everything works offline and remains private on your device.

Track visited national parksJournal entries for each parkPhoto gallery organization
✈️ Travel
(9)
free
19
Parks Heritage FCU
Parks Heritage FCU
Parks Heritage FCU
by Parks Heritage Federal Credit Union
Free

Manage your finances on the go with this mobile banking app. Securely check balances, view transactions, transfer funds, pay bills, and deposit checks using your device's camera.

Check account balancesView transaction historyTransfer funds between accounts
💰 Finance
(7)
free
20
Utah State Parks
Utah State Parks
Utah State Parks
by Utah Tech University
Free

Access Utah State Parks with a digital annual pass on your phone. Features an interactive map and digital brochures for easy park exploration. Enjoy convenient entry with a QR code, ensuring you never misplace your pass.

Digital annual pass with QR codeInteractive park mapDigital brochures
✈️ Travel
(32)
free

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FAQ about Federal Parks

What are the best federal parks apps & games for iPhone?
National Park Service tops our federal parks apps & games ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 115K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 20 of the top federal parks apps & games we rank are free to download, including National Park Service and National Parks Pocket Maps.
National Park Service has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 209+ federal parks apps & games on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The official NPS app serves as a comprehensive guide to over 420 national parks. It provides interactive maps, self-guided tours, information on amenities, operating hours, fees, and allows users to download park content for offline use.
Key features include interactive maps with points of interest and trails, self-guided tours, detailed amenity information (restrooms, dining), fee and pass details, accessibility options with audio descriptions, and the ability to download park content for offline access.