Best Usgd Apps

179+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated May 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good usgd apps. We benchmark 179+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Usgd Apps (May 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1National Park ServiceNational Park ServiceFree4.9★ (119K)NoNoAug 2026
2My Earthquake Alerts & FeedMy Earthquake Alerts & FeedFree4.8★ (139K)YesNoAug 2026
3Rivercast: River Levels USARivercast: River Levels USAFree4.7★ (11K)YesYesAug 2026
4QuakeFeed Earthquake AlertsQuakeFeed Earthquake AlertsFree4.8★ (99K)NoYesAug 2026
5Topo Maps USTopo Maps USFree4.4★ (206)NoNoAug 2026
6Instant USGS Earthquake LiteInstant USGS Earthquake LiteFree3.4★ (11)NoNoAug 2026
7Earthquake - alerts and mapEarthquake - alerts and mapFree4.7★ (50K)NoYesAug 2026
8Epicenter - Earthquake MapEpicenter - Earthquake MapFree4.4★ (37)NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Usgd

National Park Service#1

National Park Service by National Park Service

The official app of 420+ parks
Editor's Choice
✈️ Travel
4.9😊(119K ratings)
Free
#82in 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
My Earthquake Alerts & Feed#2

My Earthquake Alerts & Feed by JRustonApps B.V.

US & Worldwide Earthquakes Map
Strong Contender
☀️ Weather
4.8😊(139K ratings)
FreeAds
#8in Weather
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Stay informed about seismic activity with real-time earthquake alerts and a comprehensive global map. Track quakes, receive instant notifications, and search historical data. This free, ad-supported application provides detailed information on location, depth, and distance.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Real-time earthquake alerts
  • 📍 Detailed earthquake information
  • ⚙️ Customizable notification settings
  • 🗺️ Intuitive map interface

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Missed earthquake notifications
  • 🔍 Inaccurate or delayed earthquake data
  • 🔌 High battery consumption
Rivercast: River Levels USA#3

Rivercast: River Levels USA by Juggernaut Technology, Inc.

NOAA Forecasts & Flood Alerts
Worth Considering
☀️ Weather
4.7😊(11K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great app
  • 👍 Easy to navigate
  • 👍 Helpful for monitoring river levels
  • 👍 Useful for fishing and boating

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Data not always up-to-date
  • 🔒 Paid subscription required for full functionality
  • 🔒 Can't view more than 30 hours of data without premium

More Usgd apps to explore

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QuakeFeed Earthquake Alerts
QuakeFeed Earthquake Alerts
QuakeFeed Earthquake Alerts
Earthquakes Tracker Maps News
Free

Track earthquakes worldwide with real-time alerts, customizable notifications, and detailed map layers. Access multiple data sources and view historical data. Premium features include wildfire and smoke tracking, volcano and hurricane alerts, and enhanced map options.

Worldwide earthquake mapReal-time alertsCustomizable regional alerts
☀️ Weather
(99K)
freemium
5
Topo Maps US
Topo Maps US
Topo Maps US
by DC Cloud Apps, LLC
Free

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.

Download US topographic mapsOffline map viewingGPS location tracking
🗺️ Navigation
(206)
paid
6
Instant USGS Earthquake Lite
Instant USGS Earthquake Lite
Instant USGS Earthquake Lite
by Jufen Chang
Free

This app provides real-time earthquake alerts and NOAA radar imagery. It displays earthquake information with color-coded severity and allows users to view alerts on a map with various viewing options. The app also offers a 3D view for alerts and integrates with Apple Watch.

Real-time earthquake alertsColor-coded severity levelsInteractive map view
🔧 Utilities
(11)
free
7
Earthquake - alerts and map
Earthquake - alerts and map
Earthquake - alerts and map
worldwide data and alerts
Free

Stay informed about seismic activity with real-time global earthquake data and customizable push notifications. Visualize events on an interactive map, access a historical catalog, and contribute to community reports. Includes tsunami bulletins and detailed event information.

Real-time global earthquake dataCustomizable push notificationsInteractive earthquake map
☀️ Weather
(50K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Epicenter - Earthquake Map
Epicenter - Earthquake Map
Epicenter - Earthquake Map
Track Global Seismic Activity
Free

Explore global earthquake activity from the past 30 days on an interactive globe. View detailed information, animate seismic events over time, and customize map displays. Includes companion apps for Apple Watch and a Today Widget for quick access to recent data.

30 days of global earthquake dataInteractive rotatable and zoomable globeEarthquake details (magnitude, depth, source)
☀️ Weather
(37)
paid
9
River Levels & Flows
River Levels & Flows
River Levels & Flows
USGS River Levels & Flows
$2.99

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.

USGS/AHPS river levels and flowsFlood status push notificationsWeather Prediction Center charts
☀️ Weather
(2.6K)
free
10
MyShake Earthquake Alerts
MyShake Earthquake Alerts
MyShake Earthquake Alerts
Earthquake Warning California
Free

Get timely earthquake early warnings for California, Oregon, and Washington. Access safety tips, explore global earthquake data on a map, and contribute to a citizen-science seismic network. Receive notifications for earthquakes based on your region and magnitude preferences.

Earthquake Early WarningsEarthquake Safety TipsGlobal Earthquake Map
☀️ Weather
(1.9K)
free
11
Land id®
Land id®
Land id®
Land Identity & Parcel Mapping
Free

Explore and understand any property with detailed data cards and 3D visualizations. Access ownership details, boundaries, terrain topography, and available services nationwide. Includes offline access for in-field use.

One-tap property data cards3D property visualizationTerrain topography with contour lines
📊 Productivity
(4K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Topo Reader
Topo Reader
Topo Reader
USGS Topographical Maps
Free

Access and use detailed USGS topographical maps offline, even historical versions. Import your own geospatial PDF maps for navigation, route planning, and distance measurement. Ideal for outdoor adventures and geographical exploration.

Download USGS topographical maps offlineImport geospatial PDF mapsOffline GPS usage on downloaded maps
🗺️ Navigation
(174)
subscription
13
Gaia GPS: Mobile Trail Maps
Gaia GPS: Mobile Trail Maps
Gaia GPS: Mobile Trail Maps
Hiking, Overlanding, Camping
Free

Discover trails, campsites, and routes with detailed topographic maps and GPS navigation. Plan your adventures with offline maps, weather updates, and distance tracking. Explore hiking, off-roading, camping, and skiing with this comprehensive outdoor companion.

Topographic mapsGPS navigationOffline maps
🗺️ Navigation
(32K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker
Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker
Earthquake+ Alerts & Tracker
Worldwide & Near You Today
Free

Stay informed about seismic and volcanic activity worldwide with real-time alerts, detailed maps, and historical data. Track earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and tsunamis from over 30 trusted sources. Customize notifications and explore rich visualizations.

Real-time earthquake and volcano monitoringData from 30+ trusted sourcesTsunami and volcanic eruption alerts
☀️ Weather
(22K)
freemium
15
Volcano Updates
Volcano Updates
Volcano Updates
Volcano News and Reports
Free

Stay informed about volcanic activity with daily news and reports from multiple sources, including USGS and GeoNet. Get alert levels, aviation color codes, and detailed information on active volcanoes worldwide.

Daily volcanic activity newsUSGS Volcano Hazards Program reportsGeoNet news feed for New Zealand
📡 News
(7)
free
16
Earthquake Alert - Seismic Map
Earthquake Alert - Seismic Map
Earthquake Alert - Seismic Map
Live Richter Tracker & Feed
Free
$4.99 | 100% OFF

Track earthquakes globally in real-time with live data from trusted sources. Visualize seismic activity on an interactive map and filter by magnitude, location, and time. Stay informed about tremors worldwide.

Real-time earthquake monitoringGlobal coverageInteractive map and list view
☀️ Weather
(26)
freemium
17
Topo Maps
Topo Maps
Topo Maps
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
🗺️ Navigation
(128)
free
18
Topographic Maps & Trails
Topographic Maps & Trails
Topographic Maps & Trails
USGS Topo Map & Hiking Trails
$4.99

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.

Offline USGS topographic mapsSatellite and topo map layersHiking activity tracker
🗺️ Navigation
(2.8K)
free
19
Relief Maps : backcountry gps
Relief Maps : backcountry gps
Relief Maps : backcountry gps
Explore the mountains in 3D
Free

Navigate mountain adventures with detailed 3D maps and offline GPS capabilities. Plan routes, discover points of interest, and access specialized tools for hiking, skiing, paragliding, and more. Explore terrain, check weather, and track your progress even without an internet connection.

3D map visualizationOffline GPS navigationRoute planning and export (GPX)
🗺️ Navigation
(165)
freemium
20
Topo Nomad
Topo Nomad
Topo Nomad
USGS Topographical Maps
Free

Access and use high-resolution USGS topographical maps offline with GPS capabilities. Explore historical maps, import custom geospatial PDFs, and plan routes with distance measurement tools. Ideal for outdoor adventures and geographical exploration.

Offline USGS topographical map downloadsOffline GPS location trackingImport geospatial PDF maps
🗺️ Navigation
(140)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Usgd

What are the best usgd apps for iPhone?
National Park Service tops our usgd apps ranking as of May 2026, with a 4.9-star average from 119K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 17 of the top usgd apps we rank are free to download, including National Park Service and My Earthquake Alerts & Feed.
National Park Service has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of May 2026.
We track 179+ usgd apps on the iOS App Store as of May 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
The official NPS app serves as a comprehensive guide to over 420 national parks. It provides interactive maps, self-guided tours, information on amenities, operating hours, fees, and allows users to download park content for offline use.
Key features include interactive maps with points of interest and trails, self-guided tours, detailed amenity information (restrooms, dining), fee and pass details, accessibility options with audio descriptions, and the ability to download park content for offline access.

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