Features

Name: Better Trails
Author: Better Trails

Everything you need to navigate trails with confidence. Offline maps, GPS tracking, junction guidance, and community-driven data - all in one app.

Navigation & Maps

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Download detailed topographic maps and trail data for entire regions. Access everything you need without an internet connection.

Crisp, zoomable maps that look great at any level. Our vector tiles are compact and fast to render on any device.

Visual compass-style UI shows all trail options at junctions. Audio alerts announce upcoming turns so you never miss your route.

Plan routes with multiple waypoints, see elevation profiles, and get accurate distance and time estimates before you start.

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Automatically identify GPS glitches, tunnel passages, and other anomalies in your recorded tracks.

Clean up your tracks with snap-to-trail, trimming, smoothing, and manual correction tools.

Export your tracks in standard GPX format to share or use with other applications.

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Submit corrections for inaccurate trail data. Report closed trails, missing turns, or hazards to help other hikers.

Share your trail experiences with photos and detailed reviews. See what conditions are like before you go.

Discovered an unmapped trail? Submit it to our database with your GPS track and photos.

All submissions are reviewed by experienced moderators to ensure data quality and accuracy.

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Everything works without cell service. Download before you go and navigate with confidence.

Smart GPS sampling and efficient rendering means all-day battery life during active navigation.

Get notified if you stray from your planned route so you can quickly get back on track.

One tap to reverse your route and navigate back to where you started.

See how we compare to other trail apps.

Download Better Trails and experience the difference of offline-first navigation.