Best Us Forest Service Apps

185+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated May 2026

From beginner-friendly picks to power-user tools, our us forest service list covers 185+ iPhone apps updated through May 2026. Compare ratings, prices, and screenshots in one place.

Top Picks for Us Forest Service

National Forest Explorer#1

National Forest Explorer by Toby Bloom

USFS Forests & Grasslands
Editor's Choice
πŸ“š Education
4.5😞(728 ratings)
Free
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Explore USFS forests with detailed maps, trail guides, and information on flora and fauna. Plan hikes, learn about conservation efforts, and discover hidden gems in the national forests. Start your adventure today!

What We Love

  • πŸ‘ Great information
  • πŸ—ΊοΈ Helpful maps and GPS
  • ⭐ Wonderful experience

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Crashes and freezes
  • πŸ€” Incomplete and inaccurate information
  • πŸ“₯ Difficult to download and access content
National Park Service#3

National Park Service by National Park Service

The official app of 420+ parks
Worth Considering
✈️ Travel
4.9😊(107K ratings)
Free
#68in Travel
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Explore 420 national parks effortlessly with interactive maps, self-guided tours, amenity information, and essential trip planning tools. Accessible offline, inclusive features, and sharing options make it the ultimate National Park companion. Start your adventure now!

What We Love

  • πŸ‘ Helpful information on national parks
  • πŸš€ Useful offline features
  • πŸ’‘ Ability to create lists of visited/to-visit parks
  • πŸ—ΊοΈ Interactive maps and GPS guidance

Room to Improve

  • πŸ› Downloading issues and app crashes
  • πŸ” Difficulty finding specific information or navigating the app
  • πŸ—ΊοΈ Inconsistent or incomplete map and trail data

More Us Forest Service apps to explore

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Rocky Mtn National Forests
Rocky Mtn National Forests
Rocky Mtn National Forests
by USDA Forest Service
Free

Explore outdoor recreation opportunities in the Rocky Mountain Region's national forests and grasslands, including hiking trails, campgrounds, and maps. Download the app to easily find information, get updates on conditions and closures, and plan your next visit to these unique and special places.

✈️ Travel
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Pacific Northwest Forests
Pacific Northwest Forests
Pacific Northwest Forests
Official Recreation Guide
Free

Explore the Pacific Northwest Region's 17 U.S. Forest Service Forests with this official recreation guide, finding hiking trails, campgrounds, and more with interactive mapping tools. Discover recreational opportunities near you, get prepared with road and trail conditions, and stay safe with up-to-date fire information.

✈️ Travel
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Forest Service Eastern Region
Forest Service Eastern Region
Forest Service Eastern Region
Region 9 National Forests
Free

This official app provides essential information for visiting National Forests in the Eastern Region, including recreational activities, trail permits, maps, and alerts. Plan and prepare your visit with features like "Things to Know" and "Things to Do", and explore the region's unique natural and historical resources.

✈️ Travel
(3)
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USFS – Pacific Southwest LZs
USFS – Pacific Southwest LZs
USFS – Pacific Southwest LZs
by USDA Forest Service
Free

This application provides critical landing zone information for interagency wildland firefighting resources in Region 5, allowing users to sort and navigate to certified helispots for helicopter operations. Download the app to access essential information for responding to vegetation fires and utilize its features to sort sites by location, type, and alphabetically.

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USFS Risk Calculator
USFS Risk Calculator
USFS Risk Calculator
by USDA Forest Service
Free
πŸ“Š Productivity
(0)
9
The Dyrt: RV & Free Camping
The Dyrt: RV & Free Camping
The Dyrt: RV & Free Camping
Only app with all US campsites
Free

Discover the ultimate camping companion for finding, reviewing, and booking campsites. Experience seamless planning and memorable outdoor adventures. Ready to explore?

✈️ Travel
(117K)
10
Forest Maps 2
Forest Maps 2
Forest Maps 2
Maps of U.S. National Forests
Free

Discover an app offering comprehensive maps of U.S. National Forests for your iPhone or iPad. Easily navigate through forest areas, save favorite spots with markers, and upgrade for features like map downloads and track recording. Start exploring nature like never before!

πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(558)
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USFS & BLM Campgrounds
USFS & BLM Campgrounds
USFS & BLM Campgrounds
Over 5,650 campgrounds
$0.99

Discover and book outdoor adventures and experiences with ease using this application. Find a wide range of activities such as hiking, camping, and more, with detailed information and reviews to help you choose your next adventure. Start exploring today!

✈️ Travel
(4K)
12
FWAS–Fire Weather Alert System
FWAS–Fire Weather Alert System
FWAS–Fire Weather Alert System
Wildfire Weather Alerts
Free

This system provides firefighters with critical weather information to predict and prepare for dangerous fire behavior, offering custom weather alerts, map-based access to fire-specific weather data, and tools to monitor weather forecasts and conditions. By using this system, firefighters can stay informed and take proactive measures to ensure their safety, getting custom weather alerts and accessing various weather data, such as RAWS, satellite hotspots, and NEXRAD radar.

β˜€οΈ Weather
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13
Tribal Relations
Tribal Relations
Tribal Relations
FS Tribal Relations Guidelines
Free
πŸ” Reference
(0)
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Service Forester's Toolkit
Service Forester's Toolkit
Service Forester's Toolkit
by Wiliam Hubbard
Free

This application is a convenient pocket guide for foresters and natural resource professionals, providing quick-reference tools for basic forest and land measurements, tree measurements, and more. Download it to access essential resources and calculations in the field.

πŸ” Reference
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US National Forest Service Map
US National Forest Service Map
US National Forest Service Map
Explore the forests and wilds!
$2.99

Explore the US National Forests with this comprehensive guide, featuring over 80,000 recreational points, hiking trails, and Forest Service roads, along with property boundaries and color-coded icons. Download the app to discover new places to visit, navigate with ease, and experience the natural beauty of the US.

πŸ—ΊοΈ Navigation
(3)
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WindNinja Mobile
WindNinja Mobile
WindNinja Mobile
by USDA Forest Service
Free

This mobile application allows users to initiate and view simulations of spatially varying wind fields to support wildland fire management. Download the app to access a powerful tool for predicting wind patterns and making informed decisions in wildland fire situations.

β˜€οΈ Weather
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National Parks Pocket Maps
National Parks Pocket Maps
National Parks Pocket Maps
#1 U.S. National Parks
Free

Plan your national park adventure with ease using this app. Access detailed maps, essential information, and exciting features to make the most of your visit. Download now and explore the great outdoors!

✈️ Travel
(2.4K)
18
Alabama Great Escapes
Alabama Great Escapes
Alabama Great Escapes
Virtual Tour Guide
Free

This virtual tour guide assists visitors in planning recreation activities on four national forests, providing information on history, management activities, and recreation through a conversational interface. Download the mobile app to explore Alabama's great escapes with a friendly tour guide, and plan your trip with essential information at your fingertips.

✈️ Travel
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National Park Trail Guide
National Park Trail Guide
National Park Trail Guide
National parks guide and maps
Free

Discover your perfect hiking adventure with our National Park Trail Guide: explore trails, get live maps, trail data, and hike descriptions for top national parks like Yellowstone and Yosemite. Plan your trip with ease using hike difficulty ratings, elevation profiles, and more. Start your adventure today!

✈️ Travel
(1.5K)
20
US Public Lands
US Public Lands
US Public Lands
by Two Steps Beyond
$3.99

Access public land boundaries in the US quickly with this app. Explore nearly 650 million acres of federal land easily without physical maps or internet connection.

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(746)