Best Topographic Maps &amp; Trails Apps

4.6😐(2.8K ratings)

$4.99

#57in Navigation

Access detailed USGS topographic maps and satellite imagery for offline use. Track your hikes with distance, elevation, and calorie data. View various data themes like trails, hydrography, and land cover.

What We Love

🚀 Great maps and GPS tracking
👍 Useful for hiking and outdoor activities
🚀 Offline maps functionality
👍 Accurate elevation data
👍 Intuitive controls and user-friendly

Room to Improve

🐛 Downloading offline maps is difficult
🔍 Lacks detailed zoom and elevation details
🔍 No compass or GPS coordinate display
🐛 Inaccurate distance tracking
🐛 Crashes and performance issues

Topo Maps Canada by DC Cloud Apps, LLC

Strong Contender

4.2😊(15 ratings)

Free

Access and download detailed topographic maps of Canada for offline use. Track your location, mark waypoints, and record your own routes for outdoor adventures. Navigate with direction arrows and measure distances on the map.

What We Love

🆓 Great free app
🗺️ Accurate topographic maps
✈️ Works offline
👍 Simple and easy to use
📍 Reliable GPS tracking
💾 Good for offline map downloads
🌲 Useful for bush navigation
🛶 Great for outdoor activities
🌟 Indispensable tool
💎 No ads or upsells
💯 Rock solid reliability
✅ Just works

Room to Improve

🚩 Flags too big when zoomed
🐌 Slow map downloads
📉 Some map data is old
🪲 Inconsistent sharing
🪲 Flags not placing properly
🪲 Flags invisible

Topo Maps+: Topographic Maps by Glacier Peak Studios LLC

Offline Maps & GPS Navigation

Worth Considering

4.7😊(9.3K ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

#67in Navigation

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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.

What We Love

🚀 Accurate offline maps
📍 Reliable GPS tracking
🗺️ Variety of map options
🔍 Detailed trail information
⛰️ Useful for backcountry navigation
💻 Seamless desktop integration
🤝 Excellent customer support

Room to Improve

🐢 Slow map downloads
🤔 Confusing user interface
🔒 Paywall for many features
🗺️ Limited map coverage outside US
🔋 High battery consumption
🗺️ Inaccurate trail mapping in some areas

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Topo Maps US

by DC Cloud Apps, LLC

Download US topographic mapsOffline map viewingGPS location tracking

Access and download detailed topographic maps of the United States for offline use. Track your location, mark waypoints, and record your routes for outdoor activities. Navigate with direction arrows and measure distances on the map.

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HiiKER: The Hiking Maps App

Hiking trails & walks near you

130,000+ hiking trailsHigh-quality topographic mapsOffline map downloads

Plan, map, and navigate hiking trails with this powerful app. Discover over 130,000 routes, view high-quality topographic maps offline, and create detailed itineraries for multi-day adventures. Includes safety features like live location sharing.

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Offline map downloadsSatellite imageryRoute planning

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USGS and Canadian topo maps

$19.99

Access detailed topographical maps for hiking and backcountry activities. Download maps for offline use and navigate with features like waypoints, current location tracking, and compass alignment. Search for millions of geographical features.

Offline topographical map accessUSGS and Canadian map downloadsWaypoint marking and GPX import/export

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Create, view, and record custom routes with offline global maps. Explore terrain in 3D, track your speed and distance, and access detailed topographical and tourist information.

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RouteBuddy Atlas - GPS Nav App for US and Worldwide Topo Maps

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Offline topographic mapsUSGS National Park mapsThru-hiker trail maps

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3D terrain mappingOffline map accessRoute planning and recording

Plan, navigate, and explore outdoor adventures with detailed 3D maps. Track your routes, record key coordinates and elevations, and access worldwide map data offline. Share your journeys and discover new trails with searchable terrain and points of interest.

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Trail Aware AR & 3D Trail Maps

AR and 3D trail mapsOffline navigationReal-time GPS positioning

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Search trails by distanceFilter by activity, difficulty, lengthDetailed trail descriptions

Discover over 100 miles of scenic trails for hiking, biking, and equestrian activities. Find trails based on distance, activity, and difficulty, with detailed descriptions and offline map downloads. Stay updated on closures and navigate to trailheads easily.

Topographic maps in 2D and 3D

Offline topographic maps2D and 3D map viewsTrack recording and sharing

Access detailed topographic maps and satellite imagery for the US and Canada, usable offline. Record and share tracks, plan routes with 2D/3D visualization, and view geolocated photos. Offers hybrid map modes and offline search capabilities.

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Bike Navigation & Cycling Maps

Global bike route discoveryRide planning and recordingTurn-by-turn navigation

Discover and record global cycling routes with this app. Plan multi-day adventures, find local trails, and navigate with turn-by-turn directions. Optimize routes for your bike type and access offline maps for seamless exploration.

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