GPX Files and Offline Maps

. Trailspotting provides free trail downloads for hiking navigation, including AllTrails maps and GPX Files. Use them with applications like these.

AllTrails
Website · Apple · Android
Good for subscribers only.

AllTrails Pro subscribers should download Trailspotting AllTrails routes to their app and use its offline functionality to lead you on your adventures. AllTrails is not recommended without a subscription, as your access to routes and maps are only functional when you're in range of a cellphone tower.

Organic Maps
Website · Apple · Android
Free. Rough around the edges.

Organic Maps is a free offline map for Apple and Android smartphones. Easily download basemaps from Open Street Map and load up as many GPX files as you'd like, including those downloadable from Trailspotting. Organic Maps is open-source, privacy-focused and can also be used for driving directions and city explorations. We do find its trail recording abilities to be lacking, unfortunately.

GPX File Icon More GPX Files
AllTrails · Outdoor Active
Free GPX downloads.

Beyond Trailspotting you can find many more downloadable GPX files in other places, including in the links above. You can also convert files in other formats like KML and KMZ, and edit and combine them on the PC using programs like GPX Editor.

Mapping Safety
In the interests of safety we recommend hikers carry backup means of navigation. For some this might include a paper map, or a GPS device like a Garmin Inreach. When day hiking with our smartphone we use a tether to avoid accidental drops and carry at least one battery backup to charge our phone.