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183+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated June 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good usgs maps apps. We benchmark 183+ 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 Usgs Maps Apps (June 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Topo Maps USTopo Maps USFree4.4★ (196)NoNoJul 2026
2Topo Maps+: Topographic MapsTopo Maps+: Topographic MapsFree4.7★ (9.2K)YesYesJul 2026
3Avenza Maps: Offline MappingAvenza Maps: Offline MappingFree4.8★ (127K)NoYesJul 2026
4CalTopo: Backcountry MappingCalTopo: Backcountry MappingFree4.8★ (7K)NoNoJul 2026
5onX Hunt: GPS Hunting MapsonX Hunt: GPS Hunting MapsFree4.9★ (274K)YesYesJul 2026
6Gaia GPS: Mobile Trail MapsGaia GPS: Mobile Trail MapsFree4.8★ (32K)NoYesJul 2026
7Topo ReaderTopo ReaderFree4.6★ (163)NoYesJul 2026
8Topographic Maps & TrailsTopographic Maps & Trails$4.994.6★ (2.8K)NoNoJul 2026

Top Picks for Usgs Maps

Topo Maps US#1

Topo Maps US by DC Cloud Apps, LLC

Editor's Choice
🗺️ Navigation
4.4😊(196 ratings)
Free
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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.

What We Love

  • 👍 Intuitive and simple user interface
  • 📱 Works completely offline with downloaded maps
  • 💰 Free app with no subscriptions or ads
  • 🗺️ High-quality USGS topographic maps

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 White/gray blocks appearing on offline maps
  • 🔋 High battery drain during route recording
  • ❌ Limited color options for flags (only red)
Topo Maps+: Topographic Maps#2

Topo Maps+: Topographic Maps by Glacier Peak Studios LLC

Offline Maps & GPS Navigation
Strong Contender
🗺️ Navigation
4.7😊(9.2K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#80in 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

Room to Improve

  • 🐢 Slow map downloads
  • 🤔 Confusing user interface
  • 🔒 Paywall for many features
Avenza Maps: Offline Mapping#3

Avenza Maps: Offline Mapping by Avenza Systems Inc.

GPS, Trails, Hiking, Offroad
Worth Considering
🗺️ Navigation
4.8😊(127K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#14in Navigation
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Navigate any terrain with offline GPS maps, even without cell service. Explore a vast Map Store for hiking, biking, and travel, or import your own custom maps. Record tracks, add notes, and identify your location precisely.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Easy to use
  • 🗺️ Accurate GPS tracking
  • 📥 Offline maps
  • 💾 Ability to download maps

Room to Improve

  • 🔍 Poor search functionality
  • 🗺️ Inaccurate map placement
  • 💰 Expensive maps

More Usgs Maps apps to explore

4
CalTopo: Backcountry Mapping
CalTopo: Backcountry Mapping
CalTopo: Backcountry Mapping
Route Planning & Navigation
Free

Plan and navigate off-grid adventures with detailed offline maps and real-time weather forecasts. Trusted by professionals, this app offers seamless syncing and collaborative planning for backcountry pursuits.

Offline map downloadsSatellite imageryRoute planning
🗺️ Navigation
(7K)
free
5
onX Hunt: GPS Hunting Maps
onX Hunt: GPS Hunting Maps
onX Hunt: GPS Hunting Maps
Compass, Wind & Property Info
Free

Plan and execute hunts with advanced GPS navigation, detailed land boundary information, and species data. Access offline maps, weather forecasts, and integrate with compatible hunting tools for a more organized and efficient experience.

GPS navigationNationwide land boundariesOffline maps
🗺️ Navigation
(274K)
free with in-app purchases
6
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
7
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
(163)
subscription
8
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
9
Acres: Land Data & Parcel Maps
Acres: Land Data & Parcel Maps
Acres: Land Data & Parcel Maps
Property lines & owner info
Free

Easily discover property lines, owner information, and land for sale. Features include offline maps, 3D terrain visualization, route tracking, and the ability to save and share custom maps. Access detailed land data like soil composition, elevation, and historical imagery.

Property line visualizationOwner information lookupLand for sale listings
💼 Business
(1.9K)
free with in-app purchases
10
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
(158)
freemium
11
BaseMap: Hunting GPS Maps
BaseMap: Hunting GPS Maps
BaseMap: Hunting GPS Maps
Maps, GPS, Hunt Planning
Free

This app provides detailed land ownership maps, offline GPS tracking, and a mobile hunt planner. It offers over 800 map layers, including government lands, private parcel data, and hunting-specific information. Plan your hunts with draw odds, season dates, and weather forecasts.

Offline GPS and tracking800+ map layersPrivate parcel boundaries & owner names
🗺️ Navigation
(9.1K)
free with in-app purchases
12
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
13
Forest Maps 2
Forest Maps 2
Forest Maps 2
Maps of U.S. National Forests
Free

Access detailed maps of all U.S. National Forests on your mobile device. Save favorite locations and synchronize them across devices. Offline map downloads and track recording are available with a Pro upgrade.

U.S. Forest Service mapsContinuous map viewFavorite spot markers
🗺️ Navigation
(558)
free with in-app purchases
14
NP Maps - Yellowstone
NP Maps - Yellowstone
NP Maps - Yellowstone
Nation Park Service USGS maps
Free

Access high-resolution topographic and park maps for offline GPS navigation. Download maps for national parks and USGS quadrangles across the USA. Ideal for road trips, hiking, and exploring areas with no data service.

Offline GPS navigationHigh-resolution park and topographic mapsAccess to NPS and USGS map libraries
✈️ Travel
(664)
free with in-app purchases
15
Topo Maps 2
Topo Maps 2
Topo Maps 2
Topographic maps in 2D and 3D
Free

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.

Offline topographic maps2D and 3D map viewsTrack recording and sharing
🗺️ Navigation
(33)
free with in-app purchases
16
Topo GPS - Topographic maps
Topo GPS - Topographic maps
Topo GPS - Topographic maps
Plan and follow gpx routes
Free

Transform your device into a powerful GPS with detailed topographic maps for offline use. Plan, record, and follow routes for various outdoor activities. Access detailed maps and route management features without needing an expensive dedicated device.

Detailed topographic mapsOffline map accessRoute recording and planning
🗺️ Navigation
(435)
free with in-app purchases
17
National Parks Pocket Maps
National Parks Pocket Maps
National Parks Pocket Maps
#1 U.S. National Parks
Free

Plan and explore U.S. National Parks with detailed offline maps, guides, and brochures. Discover over 500 parks, campgrounds, trails, and points of interest. Features GPS tracking, park alerts, and weather forecasts for an empowered adventure.

Offline park maps and guides500+ U.S. National Park Service sites7,300+ campgrounds
✈️ Travel
(2.4K)
free with in-app purchases
18
onX Offroad: Trail Maps & GPS
onX Offroad: Trail Maps & GPS
onX Offroad: Trail Maps & GPS
OHV Trails & Navigation App
Free

Navigate off-road with detailed trail maps, GPS, and compass features. Discover legal camping spots, filter trails by vehicle type and difficulty, and plan multi-day adventures. Access property lines, weather data, and cell coverage information for a safer off-roading experience.

3D trail maps and GPS navigationFilter trails by vehicle type and difficultyLegal dispersed camping finder
🗺️ Navigation
(9K)
free with in-app purchases
19
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
(125)
free
20
OsmAnd Maps Travel & Navigate
OsmAnd Maps Travel & Navigate
OsmAnd Maps Travel & Navigate
Top-rated mobile trip planner
Free

Navigate and plan trips offline with detailed world maps based on OpenStreetMap. Customize routes for various vehicles, record GPX tracks, and discover points of interest without an internet connection.

Offline world mapsGPS navigationRoute planning
✈️ Travel
(5.5K)
free with in-app purchases

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FAQ about Usgs Maps

What are the best usgs maps apps for iPhone?
Topo Maps US tops our usgs maps apps ranking as of June 2026, with a 4.4-star average from 196 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top usgs maps apps we rank are free to download, including Topo Maps US and Topo Maps+: Topographic Maps.
Topo Maps US has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of June 2026.
We track 183+ usgs maps apps on the iOS App Store as of June 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Topo Maps US allows you to download and view detailed topographic maps of the United States for offline use. It provides GPS tracking to show your current location on the map, elevation, and GPS accuracy. You can also add waypoints, import and export trails, and record your own routes.
Key features include downloading USGS standard or hybrid topographic maps for offline access, real-time GPS tracking, the ability to add and import flags (waypoints) and trails (tracks) via GPX/LOC files, trail recording with elevation profiles, and navigation assistance using a direction arrow.