Best River Map Water Apps

245+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated August 2026

Out of 245+ river map water apps on iOS, 17 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top River Map Water Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1RiverApp - River levelsRiverApp - River levelsFree4.8★ (5K)NoYesAug 2026
2River Levels & FlowsRiver Levels & Flows$2.994.6★ (2.6K)NoNoAug 2026
3Rivers.run - River LevelsRivers.run - River LevelsFree4.4★ (28)NoNoAug 2026
4Paddle Ways - Lets Go PaddlingPaddle Ways - Lets Go PaddlingFree4.3★ (1.4K)NoYesAug 2026
5River Ruler: Length & MapRiver Ruler: Length & MapFree1.0★ (1)NoYesAug 2026
6Rivercast: River Levels USARivercast: River Levels USAFree4.7★ (11K)YesYesAug 2026
7撲水 Water refill map 2.0撲水 Water refill map 2.0FreeNoNoMay 2026
8Blue Liner FlowsBlue Liner FlowsFree4.7★ (39)NoYesJul 2026

Top Picks for River Map Water

RiverApp - River levels#1

RiverApp - River levels by Florian Bessiere

Real-time river conditions
Editor's Choice
☀️ Weather
4.8😊(5K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Access real-time water levels, flows, and temperatures for rivers worldwide. Ideal for sports enthusiasts and professionals, it offers detailed maps, navigability information, and customizable alerts for over 40,000 hydrometric stations.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🗺️ Comprehensive coverage of rivers
  • 📊 Useful data and visualizations
  • 🔔 Helpful alerts and notifications

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional inaccurate or outdated information
  • 🔍 Missing some important river gauges
  • 💬 Lack of communication from developers
River Levels & Flows#2

River Levels & Flows by LW Brands, LLC

USGS River Levels & Flows
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.6😐(2.6K ratings)
$2.99
#48in Weather
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Access real-time USGS and AHPS river level and flow data. Receive push notifications for flood status and view weather prediction charts for significant river flood outlooks and precipitation forecasts.

What We Love

  • 👍 Landscape mode for iPads
  • 🚀 Excellent customer support
  • 📊 Impressive data visualization
  • 🔍 Useful for monitoring river levels

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Limited gauge coverage
  • 🔢 Lack of customization options
  • 📊 Inaccurate or outdated data
Rivers.run - River Levels#3

Rivers.run - River Levels by Tucker Willenborg

River Levels, Maps & Forecasts
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.4(28 ratings)
Free
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Access real-time river data including water levels, temperature, and skill level estimates. Discover nearby rivers using GPS, search by various criteria, and utilize interactive maps for navigation. Includes weather overlays for rain tracking.

More River Map Water 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
🗺️ Navigation
(1.4K)
free with in-app purchases
5
River Ruler: Length & Map
River Ruler: Length & Map
River Ruler: Length & Map
Kayak, hiking & world rivers
Free

Measure river lengths precisely by following the actual riverbed, not a straight line. Get detailed trip data like flow, gradient, and estimated travel times for various watercraft and on foot. Export your measurements in multiple formats for GPS devices and mapping software.

Measure river length along riverbedView river source to mouthFind rivers by name or coordinates
✈️ Travel
(1)
free
6
Rivercast: River Levels USA
Rivercast: River Levels USA
Rivercast: River Levels USA
NOAA Forecasts & Flood Alerts
Free

Monitor river levels, flow rates, and flood warnings with real-time data and forecasts. Get custom alerts for your favorite waterways and visualize trends with interactive graphs. Essential for anyone living, working, or recreating near water.

Official flood warnings and alertsRiver stage height and flow rateColor-coded river status indicators
☀️ Weather
(11K)
free with in-app purchases
7
撲水 Water refill map 2.0
撲水 Water refill map 2.0
撲水 Water refill map 2.0
Hong Kong Water Fountains Map
Free

Find free water refill stations across Hong Kong to easily top up your water bottle. This app helps you reduce plastic waste by locating fountains, viewing their temperature, and even reporting new ones.

Water fountain locationsWater temperature informationPathfinding to fountains
🔧 Utilities
(0)
free
8
Blue Liner Flows
Blue Liner Flows
Blue Liner Flows
USGS River Flow Information
Free

Access detailed USGS and NOAA river flow data, including discharge, temperature, and gauge height. Explore rivers with an interactive map, set custom tags for organization, and receive alerts for condition changes. Plan your outdoor activities with integrated weather forecasts.

River flow data (discharge, temperature, pH)Interactive map with directionsCustomizable stream tagging
☀️ Weather
(39)
free with in-app purchases
9
FloodWatch
FloodWatch
FloodWatch
Real-time river and flood data
Free

Monitor real-time river and flood data across the United States. Track river height, discharge, precipitation, and water temperature with data from USGS and NWS. Ideal for property owners, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone needing flood awareness.

Real-time river dataHistorical trends and graphsFavorites list for gauges
☀️ Weather
(280)
free with in-app purchases
10
onWater: Fishing Spots Map
onWater: Fishing Spots Map
onWater: Fishing Spots Map
Fish finder Forecast Reports
Free

Discover new fishing locations, track water conditions, and log your trips to improve your angling success. This app provides tools for planning and enhancing every fishing expedition, from finding access points to understanding species habitats.

Discover fishing locationsTrack water conditions and forecastsLog fishing trips and successes
🗺️ Navigation
(2.7K)
free with in-app purchases
11
GaugeStage: Water Levels
GaugeStage: Water Levels
GaugeStage: Water Levels
River Levels & Flood Alerts
Free

Track real-time water levels for over 12,000 rivers and streams nationwide. Get flood alerts, monitor conditions, and plan boating or fishing trips with confidence. Access NOAA data and an interactive map to find gauges easily.

Real-time water level trackingFlood alerts and warningsInteractive map view
🗺️ Navigation
(14)
freemium
12
i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps
i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps
i-Boating: Marine Charts & Gps
Lake Depth Map,Sailing Plotter
Free

Navigate waterways with detailed marine charts and GPS. Features include route planning, voice-guided navigation, tide and current predictions, and track recording. Offers extensive map coverage for various regions and inland rivers.

Detailed vector marine chartsRoute planning and editingVoice-guided navigation
🗺️ Navigation
(15K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Georgia River Guide
Georgia River Guide
Georgia River Guide
Paddle Georgia’s Water Trails
Free

Explore Georgia's waterways with detailed information on over 40 water trails. Get live safety data, access points, river conditions, and points of interest for your next paddling adventure. Plan your trip with confidence and learn about river conservation.

Live safety data (water levels, temp, pH)Public access points and mileageRiver conditions and runnable levels
💪 Health & Fitness
(17)
free
14
Helsinki Water Map
Helsinki Water Map
Helsinki Water Map
The cleanest water on Earth
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
15
UK Waterways Map
UK Waterways Map
UK Waterways Map
Canal & River Navigation Guide
Free
🗺️ Navigation
(0)
16
GRR Map
GRR Map
GRR Map
Grace River Ranch
Free

Navigate a large ranch with an interactive map. View locations and roads, even without an internet connection. Ideal for visitors to explore the grounds.

Interactive ranch mapView locations and roadsOffline capability
🗺️ Navigation
(2)
free
17
River Islands
River Islands
River Islands
by RIVER ISLANDS DEVELOPMENT, LLC
Free

Navigate a growing community with up-to-date maps and information. This app assists both new visitors and residents in exploring amenities and new construction within the area. It is designed to be a continually updated resource for community navigation.

Community tour guideFind your way aroundInformation on new construction
🗺️ Navigation
(2)
ad-supported
18
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
🗺️ Navigation
(19)
free
19
River Stages-USA
River Stages-USA
River Stages-USA
Water level for flood alerts
$9.99

Access real-time water level data from over 10,000 river gauges across the USA. View stream flow, temperature, and precipitation maps. Get flood alerts and forecasts for informed decision-making.

10,000+ US river gaugesStage and stream flow dataWater temperature and pH (USGS)
☀️ Weather
(7)
paid
20
Water Finder - Refill Map
Water Finder - Refill Map
Water Finder - Refill Map
Drinking Fountains & Stations
Free

Locate public drinking fountains and refill stations nearby with an interactive map. Save money, reduce plastic waste, and stay hydrated on the go. Get directions and detailed information about each water source.

Interactive map of water fountainsAuto-location and distance to nearest sourcesDetailed fountain information (refillable, seasonal, cost, accessibility)
💪 Health & Fitness
(0)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about River Map Water

What are the best river map water apps for iPhone?
RiverApp - River levels tops our river map water apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 5K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top river map water apps we rank are free to download, including RiverApp - River levels and Rivers.run - River Levels.
RiverApp - River levels has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 245+ river map water apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
RiverApp provides real-time data on water levels, river flows, and water temperatures for over 40,000 hydrometric stations globally. It also offers detailed maps of stations and whitewater sections, navigability information for courses, and allows users to report hazards.
RiverApp Premium offers historical data for water levels and flows going back several years, flow or water level forecasts at select stations, and the ability to display and compare satellite images from multiple providers on maps.