Best Trail Scout GPS Apps

1.0(3 ratings)

Free

Record outdoor activities and convert them into interactive, shareable trails. Get distance-and-direction navigation to waypoints and receive arrival notifications. The app points the way along trails and toward your created waypoints.

Light Trail GPS by North Wind Software

GPS Hiking & Route Planning

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GPS Distance Measure - Trails

0.0(0 ratings)

Free

Navigate outdoor adventures with intuitive tools for route planning, trail discovery, and GPS tracking. Explore maps, measure distances, and record your journeys with detailed elevation profiles and customizable difficulty settings.

More Trail Scout GPS apps to explore

Walk, Run, Bike, Ride, Drive

Real-time GPS trackingOffline map accessSpeed and distance metrics

Track, save, and share outdoor activities like hiking and biking with real-time GPS. Offers offline maps, speed and distance metrics, and customizable features for any adventure.

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GPS Kit - Offline GPS Tracker

The original GPS app

$9.99

This app provides a top-of-the-line GPS system for outdoor enthusiasts and professionals. It offers offline mapping, powerful waypoint management with photos and notes, and intelligent data collection for activities like hiking, hunting, and cycling anywhere in the world.

Offline mapping with no data connection requiredWaypoint management with photos and notesSupports KML, KMZ, and GPX data import/export

Explore with a Garmin device

Off-grid navigationTrip planningOffline map downloads

Navigate off-grid with this app, which pairs with a compatible Garmin device for trip planning, mapping, and navigation even without Wi-Fi or cellular service. Plan routes, download maps for offline use, and sync data to the cloud.

Route Scout - GPS Topo Mapper

(1K)

free

Exploring tool

Offline topographic mapsRoute recording and trackingWaypoint management

Record outdoor activities like hiking with detailed metrics including mileage, elevation, and speed. Navigate using offline topographic maps and receive audio alerts for nearby waypoints or when you go off-trail. Import and export routes in various GPX formats.

Text and Navigate with inReach

Send/receive text messagesOffline topographic mapsWaypoint and route navigation

Connect your satellite communicator to your mobile device for text messaging, navigation, and trip planning. Access offline maps, track your location, and share your adventures globally. Stay connected and safe on any outdoor expedition.

GPSTools: Outdoor Companion

FootSteps - Trail GPS Tracker

Record Routes · Retrace · Safe

Hiking & Outdoor Navigation

MileMaps - Offline GPS

TrailPass: All Trails GPS Gaia

Discover All Trails & Hikes

Trail discovery and searchDetailed trail informationOffline trail downloads

Discover and explore new walking, hiking, and cycling trails with detailed information on difficulty, length, and elevation. Download trails for offline navigation and connect with a community of outdoor enthusiasts.

by Youssouf Idriss Issa

Add GPS to any Trail Map

Convert any map image to a GPS trail mapAdd geo-location pins for accuracySource maps from photos, websites, or PDFs

Transform any trail map into a digital GPS guide by adding location pins. Follow your real-time position on the map, whether it's from a photo, website, or PDF. Saved maps are shared globally, with an optional token for extended tracking.

✈️ Travel

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CartoExplorer | Cartes | GPS

Randonnée Outdoor Navigation

Extensive map library (USGS, IGN, SwissTopo, World)Route planning and savingReal-time track following

This navigation app offers a vast library of high-quality maps for outdoor adventures like hiking and cycling. Plan routes, track your progress in real-time, and mark points of interest. Offline map management ensures you stay on course without an internet connection.

GPS Tracker & Trail Recording

GPS Mapper

Grid exploration and mappingTrail recording with live statsCustom pin and route creation

Track, map, and organize all your outdoor activities. Record trails with live stats, drop pins, plan routes, and visualize map coverage with custom grids. Integrates with Apple Health for comprehensive activity analysis.

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Wayfinder: Trail Guides & Maps

Multi-Day Backpacking Trails

Global multi-day trail discoveryComprehensive trail guidesOffline topographic trail maps

Discover multi-day backpacking trails globally with detailed guides covering permits, campsites, and daily notes. Track your location offline on topographic maps and download GPX files for GPS watches.

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GPS Tracks & Logger - MyGPSLog

Offline GPX Log & CSV Export

Easy GPS track recordingPrivate tracking experienceNo ads

Record your journeys with this private GPS logger. Capture paths for hikes or drives with a single tap. Export your data in CSV, GPX, or KML formats for analysis, all without ads or cloud data sharing.

Plan and navigate outdoor adventures with detailed topographic maps. Features include automatic route calculation, real-time GPS tracking, and the ability to save and share your journeys. Ideal for planning multi-day treks with stage breakdowns.

Detailed topographic maps (IGN France, OpenStreetMap worldwide)Automatic route calculationWalking time estimation with elevation gain