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Best Thousand Trails Apps

243+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated August 2026

Out of 243+ thousand trails apps on iOS, 19 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 Thousand Trails Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1RV LIFE - RV GPS & CampgroundsRV LIFE - RV GPS & CampgroundsFree4.6★ (42K)NoYesAug 2026
2National Park ServiceNational Park ServiceFree4.9★ (124K)NoNoAug 2026
3KOA Camping | RV, Cabin & TentKOA Camping | RV, Cabin & TentFree4.7★ (22K)NoNoAug 2026
4Harvest Hosts - RV CampingHarvest Hosts - RV CampingFree4.9★ (65K)NoYesAug 2026
5The Dyrt: RV & Free CampingThe Dyrt: RV & Free CampingFree4.8★ (122K)NoYesAug 2026
6AllTrails: Hike, Bike & RunAllTrails: Hike, Bike & RunFree4.9★ (1M)YesYesAug 2026
7Forest River RV Owner's GuideForest River RV Owner's GuideFree1.6★ (77)NoNoMay 2026
8AllStays Camp & RV: CampingAllStays Camp & RV: CampingFree4.7★ (11K)NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Thousand Trails

RV LIFE - RV GPS & Campgrounds#1

RV LIFE - RV GPS & Campgrounds by Social Knowledge, LLC

Campground Locator & RV GPS
Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
4.6😐(42K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#8in Travel
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This app provides RV-specific GPS navigation and a comprehensive campground directory. It offers offline maps and turn-by-turn directions tailored to your RV's dimensions, helping you avoid hazards and find suitable campsites. Join a community of RVers for shared insights and trip planning.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great trip planning tool
  • 🌟 Excellent campground reviews
  • 👍 RV-specific features like height/weight settings
  • 💯 Must-have app for RV travelers

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Buggy GPS with inaccurate directions
  • 🤯 Confusing and unintuitive user interface
  • ⚠️ Unreliable route planning, often sends RVs down unsafe roads
National Park Service#2

National Park Service by National Park Service

The official app of 420+ parks
Strong Contender
✈️ Travel
4.9😊(124K ratings)
Free
#91in 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
KOA Camping | RV, Cabin & Tent#3

KOA Camping | RV, Cabin & Tent by Kampgrounds of America

Locations across North America
Worth Considering
✈️ Travel
4.7😊(22K ratings)
Free
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Discover and book a variety of camping accommodations, including RV sites, cabins, and tent spots, at numerous locations across North America. Manage your reservations, track rewards, and plan your trips with integrated tools and local recommendations.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Convenient for planning trips
  • 🌟 Reliable and consistent experience
  • 💰 Good value for money

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional app crashes or bugs
  • 🔒 Lack of ability to modify reservations online
  • 💳 Requirement to re-enter payment details for each booking

More Thousand Trails apps to explore

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Harvest Hosts - RV Camping
Harvest Hosts - RV Camping
Harvest Hosts - RV Camping
Fun RV Camping & Boondocking
Free

Discover unique RV camping spots at over 9500 locations like wineries, farms, and breweries. Enjoy overnight stays with no camping fees and connect with small business owners. Memberships can be purchased individually or combined for broader access.

Access 9500+ unique RV camping spotsNo camping feesWineries, farms, breweries, attractions
✈️ Travel
(65K)
freemium
5
The Dyrt: RV & Free Camping
The Dyrt: RV & Free Camping
The Dyrt: RV & Free Camping
Only app with all US campsites
Free

Discover all public and private campgrounds, RV parks, and free camping spots across the US. Plan your ideal outdoor adventure with detailed reviews, photos, and reservation options. Access exclusive benefits like free camping locations and discounts with a PRO membership.

All US campgrounds and RV parksFree camping locationsMillions of user reviews and photos
✈️ Travel
(122K)
freemium
6
AllTrails: Hike, Bike & Run
AllTrails: Hike, Bike & Run
AllTrails: Hike, Bike & Run
GPS Hiking & Biking Trail Maps
Free

Discover and navigate over 500,000 trails worldwide for hiking, biking, and running. Find detailed reviews, plan your adventures with GPS and offline maps, and share your experiences with a community of outdoor enthusiasts.

Trail discovery by location and interestGPS turn-by-turn navigationOffline map downloads
💪 Health & Fitness
(1M)
free with in-app purchases
7
Forest River RV Owner's Guide
Forest River RV Owner's Guide
Forest River RV Owner's Guide
Forest River, Inc.
Free

Access comprehensive resources for your RV, cargo trailer, or pontoon. This app provides owner's manuals, component guides, instructional videos, and troubleshooting assistance.

Owner's manualComponent manualsHow-to videos
🔍 Reference
(77)
free
8
AllStays Camp & RV: Camping
AllStays Camp & RV: Camping
AllStays Camp & RV: Camping
Find parks, sites, campgrounds
Free

Discover and filter campgrounds, RV parks, and outdoor adventure spots across North America. Find essential amenities, book sites, and access detailed information even without an internet connection. Plan your perfect getaway with extensive navigation and filtering tools.

Find 43,000+ campgrounds in US & CanadaOver 1.5 million map pinsDetailed amenity information
✈️ Travel
(11K)
freemium
9
Hipcamp: Camping, RVs & Cabins
Hipcamp: Camping, RVs & Cabins
Hipcamp: Camping, RVs & Cabins
All the campsites. One app.
Free

Discover and book unique camping experiences across the United States, from national parks to private land. Find last-minute availability, set alerts for sold-out spots, and explore diverse options like cabins, glamping, and RV resorts.

Explore campsites on a single mapSearch for last-minute availabilityBook private land camping
✈️ Travel
(54K)
free
10
National Park Trail Guide
National Park Trail Guide
National Park Trail Guide
National parks guide and maps
Free

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.

Offline trail data and descriptionsLive GPS position on terrain/satellite mapsHike search by map or curated lists
✈️ Travel
(1.5K)
free
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RA Camping
RA Camping
RA Camping
Find, book, reserve campsites
Free

Easily find and book campsites for your next outdoor adventure. Search for available spots by location, date, or amenities, and view details, reviews, and photos. Reserve your chosen campsite directly through the app.

Search campsites by location, date, amenitiesFilter by site type and featuresView results on map or list
✈️ Travel
(43K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Campendium - RV & Tent Camping
Campendium - RV & Tent Camping
Campendium - RV & Tent Camping
Campground Locator
Free

Discover tens of thousands of camping locations, from luxury RV parks to free remote spots. Features include map overlays for cell coverage and public lands, along with user reviews and photos. Find your perfect campsite across the US, Canada, and Mexico.

Extensive campground databaseUser reviews and photosCell coverage map overlays
✈️ Travel
(21K)
free with in-app purchases
13
MAPGEARS Trails
MAPGEARS Trails
MAPGEARS Trails
Your trails management hub.
Free

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.

Cross-platform compatibilityMobile data collectionOffline-first design
🗺️ Navigation
(1)
free
14
Mapeak: Bike, Run, Hike Trails
Mapeak: Bike, Run, Hike Trails
Mapeak: Bike, Run, Hike Trails
Offroad hiking riding GPS maps
Free

Navigate off-road trails for hiking, biking, and running with detailed topographic maps and offline GPS. Plan routes, track your journey, and discover points of interest even without an internet connection.

Offline topographic mapsGPS navigation and trackingRoute planning and editing
🗺️ Navigation
(3)
free with in-app purchases
15
Whitehorse Trail Guide
Whitehorse Trail Guide
Whitehorse Trail Guide
by Ryan Robertson
$1.99

Discover over 700km of non-motorized recreational trails in Whitehorse, Yukon. This app provides detailed trail information, including descriptions, difficulty ratings, and elevation profiles, all accessible offline via GPS. Explore the wilderness with confidence, even without a cell signal.

Offline trail mapsGPS location trackingTrail descriptions and difficulty ratings
🔍 Reference
(1)
paid
16
Bayside Walks & Trails
Bayside Walks & Trails
Bayside Walks & Trails
by Bayside City Council
Free

Discover the Bayside area of Victoria, Australia, with curated walking and cycling routes. Explore diverse architecture, parklands, and coastline with highlighted points of interest. Audio and maps are available offline.

9 hinterland trails8 architectural trail routes4 coastal trail elements
✈️ Travel
(0)
free
17
Willowsford Conservancy Trails
Willowsford Conservancy Trails
Willowsford Conservancy Trails
by Willowsford Conservancy
Free

Navigate an extensive network of natural surface, paved, and mowed grass trails. Discover HOA and Conservancy amenities, and explore natural areas. Ideal for hiking, walking, jogging, and nature exploration.

Trail network navigationInformation on amenitiesNature area details
✈️ Travel
(3)
free
18
Ballinakill & Heywood Trails
Ballinakill & Heywood Trails
Ballinakill & Heywood Trails
Walking routes and sights
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)
19
RV Parky - Parks & Campgrounds
RV Parky - Parks & Campgrounds
RV Parky - Parks & Campgrounds
RV Listings, Planner & Reviews
Free

Discover over 30,000 RV parks, campgrounds, and points of interest across the USA, Canada, and Mexico. Plan your trips with detailed information, view photos, and get directions to your next destination.

30,000+ RV park listingsCampground directoryTrip planner
✈️ Travel
(441)
free with in-app purchases
20
Buzzard Trails
Buzzard Trails
Buzzard Trails
History of Leighton-Linslade
Free
✈️ Travel
(0)

FAQ about Thousand Trails

What are the best thousand trails apps for iPhone?
RV LIFE - RV GPS & Campgrounds tops our thousand trails apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.6-star average from 42K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top thousand trails apps we rank are free to download, including RV LIFE - RV GPS & Campgrounds and National Park Service.
RV LIFE - RV GPS & Campgrounds has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 243+ thousand trails apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The RV LIFE app provides RV-specific GPS navigation and a comprehensive directory of campgrounds. It helps users locate suitable campsites, navigate safely with turn-by-turn directions tailored to their RV's dimensions, and access insights from a community of fellow RVers. The app is designed to work offline in remote locations.
The GPS navigation is customized for your RV's height, length, and weight, ensuring you avoid low clearances, hazardous mountain passes, and inappropriate routes that car-based GPS apps might suggest. It offers offline turn-by-turn directions, voice navigation, lane guidance, and real-time traffic alerts.