Plan trips and stay safer in the woods, with Gaia GPS.
Join hundreds of thousands of backpackers, hunters, offroaders, mountain bikers, backcountry skiers, firefighters, guides, and other serious outdoor adventurers and professionals that use Gaia GPS for work and play. Hike, hunt, and offroad with the best topo maps and outdoor navigation tools.
►► The Best App for Topo Maps
Gaia GPS has been showcased in Apple's "Your Verse" stories, and covered in countless major publications, from Outside and TrailRunner, to the New York Times and FOX News TappedIn.
The name Gaia (guy-yuh) comes from Greek mythology - she is the Goddess of the Earth, or Mother Nature.
►► Maps
• view easy-to-read, modern maps, with fast and beautiful rendering
Free Level - You can use Gaia GPS for free. You'll be limited to the default map source, and you won't be able to download maps for offline use.
Member Level - As a Member, you can download a worldwide catalog of topo, road, and satellite maps.
Premium Member Level - As a Premium Member, you also get access to these map sources:
• NatGeo Trails Illustrated • ESRI World Satellite Imagery • US Private Land Ownership (owners and addresses for parcels) • US Hunting Layers, including GMUs, public land, and fires • US Motor Vehicle Use Maps (MVUM) • US NeoTreks Topo • France IGN • SwissTopo • Hill-shading, contour lines, slope angle, and other overlays
► To manage your subscription:
• TURN OFF auto-renewal via the main Settings app: http://support.apple.com/kb/ht4098
• Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your iTunes account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal.
• Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase
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What's New
Version History
1.6.3
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►► v1.6.3
* iPad - fixed bug displaying photos in Detail views in Landscape mode. * exported photos now have proper metadata and sequential filenames * made screenshots on App Store tell a story * made a back-end change to handle syncing hikes from gaiagps.com/hike/united-states/, in a coming release
1.6.2
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►► v1.6.2
* Fixed regression in 1.6.1 - crash if you tap on a Trail on Gaia Topo, then tap the top right menu, then tap Download Maps for Area, then Save.
* Using aggregate crash logs, we also took time to investigate the top-occurring crashes among users. These can be hard to reproduce, but happen in certain circumstances: - of the people who've seen a crash in the last 90 days that we logged, we seemed to address 35% with these changes - this involved fixing the top 2 crashes, and a handful of others - fixed family of issues where the notifications at the top of the Saved table could get out of sync for some new users, then crash if buttons were clicked - fixed crash you might see rearranging the Trip table - fixed crash you might see exporting a KML file when not all photos had synced yet - fixed crash you might see when downgrading the app while not on the map screen, or in other ways even when the grid was attempting to be redrawn on the map when not viewing the map - for Japanese users, fixed viewing GPS status that could crash in some cases
1.6.1
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►► v1.6.1
* Under the hood changes to sync infrastructure, so that we can release a big new feature in the next major update (v1.7).
* Fix issue for legacy users updating without internet.
* Fix issue adding a photo to a saved track uses the photo's location, vs. your current location.
* Update Italian localization.
* Beautify the view that shows Membership terms, and show it as part of purchase flow (also viewable in Settings).
1.6
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►► v1.6
Subtly awesome new features for offline use.
► Offline Features
These new offline features work in places where you have Gaia Topo downloaded.
- offline elevation data - Gaia GPS will now 1) show elevation profiles when making a route, and 2) save elevation for waypoints you mark, even while offline. Previously, Gaia GPS needed to be online to show profiles during route creation, and would only mark elevation for waypoints if created where you were standing or if you were online.
- offline naming - Gaia GPS will now suggest names for new waypoints/tracks/routes/etc, even when offline. This auto-naming only used to work while online, but now it works offline using data in the Gaia Topo map.
► Better Map Layering
This next improvement makes "vector" map layers work better.
- when you show Public Land or other similar map overlays, labels/symbols from lower vector layers will be displayed on top of the stack (FYI, this will make the map look better if you layer Public Land on Gaia Topo, but won't make a difference if you layer Public Land on top of a non-vector layer like USGS Topo)
FYI, vector map layers in Gaia GPS include Gaia Topo, MapBox Outdoors, Public Land, MVUM, US Wildfires, and all of the "Overlay" layers for hunting.
► Improved Photo Display
- when you tap a photo thumbnail in the Saved table, it launches a slideshow at the index of that thumbnail's photo (instead of showing a single photo view)
- photo thumbnails now all show for tracks (previously, if two photos were at the same location, only one would show)
- when viewing Track/Waypoint details, photos now display only in the slideshow (there is no row of thumbnails)
And because that row of thumbnails no longer exists, the delete/add photo controls that used to live there got moved:
- the Add photo button now displays at the top of Details (top right, below edit button, on top of the map or photos)
- you now delete individual photos from the slideshow
► And a few other tweaks:
- when saving a track on iPhone X, save the correct model number for display on gaiagps.com
- during Route creation, improve initial layout (smaller bar, 0 Distance and Ascent labels)
- during Area creation, make the bottom bar smaller to show more map
- KML imports now import descriptions
- fixed issue on 11.2 where iPad waypoint photo slideshow wasn't full height
- fixed iOS10 issue where routing mode button on Route creation screen was hidden
- don't geocode name photos attached to waypoints, so they don't show weirdly different from the waypoint
- the popup you see after an update now shows the bottom row without scrolling, which shows tips on how to use the app
- app now triggers a sync when you make a new Folder
- if you have a 5-year Membership, don't call it a Free Subscription in Settings, and don't show the Purchase Subscription option
- fix padding on visibility button in Track details, in the case where the Track is in a Shared Folder and you don't have Write permission to the Folder
- fix issue where if you open the Download view for NatGeo maps, then tap Search, then Cancel, then Cancel again, the bottom tab bar would be hidden
- fix issue where if you search, then download a map, a blue dot could get stuck on the map
- when you do log out, the app no longer shows a blocking login screen, and it also resets state for logging out better
- fixed rare crashes reported by crash logger
- removed images we don't use anymore, to make the app slightly smaller in megabytes
1.5.2
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►► v1.5.2
Tweaks and bug fixes in this update, along with an under the hood change to deal with a 3rd party shutting down their company.
* we're now using our own server to do the trail-routing, because the 3rd party provider shut down - it's the same software, so you shouldn't see any changes * we also switched the address part of the search bar autocomplete, along with auto-naming of waypoints/tracks, to a new server - but again, it's the same software and you shouldn't see a difference * improved display on iPhone X further (track cropper toolbar, unlock slider on lock screen, bottom bar positions on map downloader and route planner) * fixed an issue where if you set a custom icon for a waypoint when you created it, it wouldn't immediately sync to gaiagps.com * don't cancel the route entirely, if you cancel out of the map download view after saving a route (go back to the routing view) * fix currency display in non-USA countries * fix photo row not refreshing when adding consecutive waypoints to a waypoint * when downloading NatGeo maps, fix layout of search bar on map download screen * fix restoring maps from an iTunes backup * don't show "0 days left" message in settings under "Free Subscription" * store email in keychain to fix issue that caused some people who bought a Membership not to be able to use it without logging in * fixed an issue when logging in with Facebook, then logging out, then logging in with an email-based login * fixed export emails linking to Gaia GPS Classic * fixed some rare crashes
1.5.1
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►► v1.5.1
After our big public tracks release in 1.5, we went back to polishing the floors, retro-fitting the foundation against earthquakes, and shining all surfaces.
* iPhone X - a bit more work here to make download/waypoint/route-maker views look better * allow zooming in more on photos in the new slideshow view from 1.5 * make the app start up lickety split, even if you have a ton of data in Saved * fixed an issue in non-English languages where labels for stats got funky * make sure a Folder syncs when you go to its sharing page, so you don't have to wait for other stuff to sync before sharing * indent section headers on table views, which lost too much padding in 1.5 * slight improvement to layout of the waypoint marking view, as a side effect of iPhone X work * fixed issue where the checkmark wouldn't move if you marked a folder public * fixed possible issue syncing photos in low internet situation * include a link when sharing a Folder to Slack * fixed issue with naming waypoints while making a route * prevent converting a track to an area, if it only has 1 or 2 points, because this breaks things and doesn't make sense either * fixed iPad crash when sharing tracks * fixed a handful of rare crashes
1.5
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►► v1.5
New! See other users' public trips. Tap trails on the map, and user trips are now listed in Trail details. You can also tap parks, and then drill down to trails with user trips.
• view photos for public trips • comment/favorite trips • copy tracks to your data • share a link to the track
► New Maps and Overlays
Check these out in the Premium section of the map sources menu:
• ESRI World Imagery • PLSS grid • updated and more detailed Public Land • updated Hunting Boundaries
► Other Improvements
• iPhone X compatibility • nice photo gallery view for tracks now - swipe through photos, show full screen • faster syncing - overall syncing is faster, especially for initial sync - the app will also now sync in close to real time, as long as it has a strong internet connection and good battery supply, - previously, the app would batch syncs every 15 seconds (which it still does in low internet or power situations) • added toggle in map sources menu to turn all tracks on or off • when using Layered Maps and tapping a base map to select it, put the base map below overlays but not below other base maps • show an error alert if failure on reset password
► Bug Fixes
• make clear button work in search box when search results are showing • fixed crash related to tooltips some new people saw • fixed possible crash when trying to manage shared users on a folder and syncing • fixed airdrop not working for KML • fixed - KML polygons do not import bug • fixed - if one user changes the icon for a waypoint in a shared folder, make it clear the thumbnail • fixed - on iPhone, Creating an Area hides the bottom control bar after saving bug • fixed - exporting a single waypoint in Chinese crashes
1.4
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►► v1.4
Improvements
• show a callout after searching • added option for Google Maps driving directions in Settings->Other • fixed issue where Watch app wouldn't sync with phone properly • show an option to view Gaia GPS News (blog) from Update screen • added tooltips for new users • reduced size of photos embedded in KML to make them display well in Google Earth • added check for corrupt style files, so app will redownload styles if download is corrupted • the search bar when downloading National Geographic was a little whack looking in iOS11, now fixed • fixed issues with the Download Maps for Area UI • fixed issue where force closing would cause Saved menu sorting to revert to "Date" but "Title" would still be selected in the menu • changed "Allow Rotation" label to "Map Rotation" because it confused some people • fixed issue where you couldn't add custom map sources to folders and then view their Details • added an alert when a Membership lapses and the user switches to free mode • when editing a Waypoint while guiding to it, the guide location now updates • fixed crash when trying to move a Waypoint while guiding to a Waypoint • fixed other crashes observed in logs • fixed UI not allowing filing items into a shared folder
iPad fixes
• fix crash when searching sometimes • fix issue adding photos to objects when objects were tapped from map • fix hitting the plus button for a map source when not subscribed
1.3
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►► v1.3
* iOS11 compatibility * Attention Hunters! - new private parcels layer, fire burns layer, and updated regional hunting layers (Premium Membership required) * fix map issue some users had where some tracks or waypoints would appear intermittently * fix shared folder issue where sometimes people who were given write access to a folder couldn't push data to owner of folder * when enabling an overlay with layered maps, default opacity to 100% unless it's a base map (50% for base maps) * improvements in Details views for private parcels and other overlays, including making fields copyable on Details * remove Report an Issue link from map attribution, because it was used in weird ways (instead, when contacting support via Settings, it attaches those map details to aid troubleshooting) * under the hood - added automated tests to snapshot and check offline maps before each release
1.2.3
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►► v1.2.3
Fixed regression in 1.2.2 that caused offline maps to be blurry/flashy.
►► v1.2.2
This update has minor improvements and bug fixes.
• Zoom in when centering map and looking at a very zoomed out view, instead of staying zoomed out • Make it easier to tap the X button for the hint in Settings->Map Controls • Translate a few strings in Settings • Fix crash where if you were looking at certain parts of the map, and switched from Gaia Topo to Satellite with Labels, the app would crash • Fix crash that would sometimes occur if you edited a route after cancelling guidance for that route • Fix layout issue when editing a route that is currently guiding • iPad - fix crash when pressing "Copy Link" to share a track
►► v1.2.1
• Improved map download speed for all map sources, and especially for Gaia Topo • Fixed crashes related to offline maps, especially deleting them • Fixed instrument bar size issue when guiding
Along-Track Download Improvements • Don't include sources in along-track downloads when outside source bounds • Don't include map source in size estimate if source doesn't overlap box
iPad Fixes • iPad users can now add a recording button to the instrument bar • Fixed crash when tapping on map on details • Fixed new saved badges going on wrong tab on iPad
►► v1.2
• share folders with friends • share folders within Gaia GPS, app-to-app • share folders with any size group, set read/write permissions for invitees • when friends update folders, updates get pushed to you in real-time • use this for planning trips, sharing maps/routes with friends or clubs • enable notifications via Saved or Settings tab • added option to answer survey on update screen • text size on Gaia Topo map now adjusts with system font size setting • made more things on the map tappable, such as camps, parking, and other amenities • map download speed now reports speed in kilobits instead of kilobytes per second, which is how bandwidth is usually reported - users previously thought the speeds were too slow • some other bug fixes
►► v1.1
New for Premium Members
• added Motor Vehicle Use Maps (MVUM) layer from the United States Forest Service (USFS) • overlay MVUM on other maps, and tap roads for informaton about usage - this is an interactive, vector layer
New for All Members
• rotate the map with two fingers (disable this via Settings) • tap trails on Gaia Topo to guide along them - this now works offline • many people didn't know you can long-press the full-screen button on the map for options - there's now a hint about that in Settings • when you zoom in while you have the map locked on your location, the app will no longer break the lock • improved update screen, with release notes and how-to notes • improved performance of Saved tab for users with many years of data • added option to Skip Login • made app never require login while offline • fixed bugs reported by users
►► v1.0
Try the all new Gaia GPS - beautiful map display, new maps and features, and a polished interface.
► the "mapping engine" has been totally replaced
► more maps
► new search feature
► the iPhone interface has been greatly refined
1.2.2
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►► v1.2.2
This update has minor improvements and bug fixes.
• Zoom in when centering map and looking at a very zoomed out view, instead of staying zoomed out • Make it easier to tap the X button for the hint in Settings->Map Controls • Translate a few strings in Settings • Fix crash where if you were looking at certain parts of the map, and switched from Gaia Topo to Satellite with Labels, the app would crash • Fix crash that would sometimes occur if you edited a route after cancelling guidance for that route • Fix layout issue when editing a route that is currently guiding • iPad - fix crash when pressing "Copy Link" to share a track
►► v1.2.1
• Improved map download speed for all map sources, and especially for Gaia Topo • Fixed crashes related to offline maps, especially deleting them • Fixed instrument bar size issue when guiding
Along-Track Download Improvements • Don't include sources in along-track downloads when outside source bounds • Don't include map source in size estimate if source doesn't overlap box
iPad Fixes • iPad users can now add a recording button to the instrument bar • Fixed crash when tapping on map on details • Fixed new saved badges going on wrong tab on iPad
►► v1.2
• share folders with friends • share folders within Gaia GPS, app-to-app • share folders with any size group, set read/write permissions for invitees • when friends update folders, updates get pushed to you in real-time • use this for planning trips, sharing maps/routes with friends or clubs • enable notifications via Saved or Settings tab • added option to answer survey on update screen • text size on Gaia Topo map now adjusts with system font size setting • made more things on the map tappable, such as camps, parking, and other amenities • map download speed now reports speed in kilobits instead of kilobytes per second, which is how bandwidth is usually reported - users previously thought the speeds were too slow • some other bug fixes
►► v1.1
New for Premium Members
• added Motor Vehicle Use Maps (MVUM) layer from the United States Forest Service (USFS) • overlay MVUM on other maps, and tap roads for informaton about usage - this is an interactive, vector layer
New for All Members
• rotate the map with two fingers (disable this via Settings) • tap trails on Gaia Topo to guide along them - this now works offline • many people didn't know you can long-press the full-screen button on the map for options - there's now a hint about that in Settings • when you zoom in while you have the map locked on your location, the app will no longer break the lock • improved update screen, with release notes and how-to notes • improved performance of Saved tab for users with many years of data • added option to Skip Login • made app never require login while offline • fixed bugs reported by users
►► v1.0
Try the all new Gaia GPS - beautiful map display, new maps and features, and a polished interface.
► the "mapping engine" has been totally replaced
► more maps
► new search feature
► the iPhone interface has been greatly refined
1.2.1
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►► v1.2.1
• Improved map download speed for all map sources, and especially for Gaia Topo • Fixed crashes related to offline maps, especially deleting them • Fixed instrument bar size issue when guiding
Along-Track Download Improvements • Don't include sources in along-track downloads when outside source bounds • Don't include map source in size estimate if source doesn't overlap box
iPad Fixes • iPad users can now add a recording button to the instrument bar • Fixed crash when tapping on map on details • Fixed new saved badges going on wrong tab on iPad
►► v1.2
• share folders with friends • share folders within Gaia GPS, app-to-app • share folders with any size group, set read/write permissions for invitees • when friends update folders, updates get pushed to you in real-time • use this for planning trips, sharing maps/routes with friends or clubs • enable notifications via Saved or Settings tab • added option to answer survey on update screen • text size on Gaia Topo map now adjusts with system font size setting • made more things on the map tappable, such as camps, parking, and other amenities • map download speed now reports speed in kilobits instead of kilobytes per second, which is how bandwidth is usually reported - users previously thought the speeds were too slow • some other bug fixes
►► v1.1
New for Premium Members
• added Motor Vehicle Use Maps (MVUM) layer from the United States Forest Service (USFS) • overlay MVUM on other maps, and tap roads for informaton about usage - this is an interactive, vector layer
New for All Members
• rotate the map with two fingers (disable this via Settings) • tap trails on Gaia Topo to guide along them - this now works offline • many people didn't know you can long-press the full-screen button on the map for options - there's now a hint about that in Settings • when you zoom in while you have the map locked on your location, the app will no longer break the lock • improved update screen, with release notes and how-to notes • improved performance of Saved tab for users with many years of data • added option to Skip Login • made app never require login while offline • fixed bugs reported by users
►► v1.0
Try the all new Gaia GPS - beautiful map display, new maps and features, and a polished interface.
► the "mapping engine" has been totally replaced
► more maps
► new search feature
► the iPhone interface has been greatly refined
► subscription levels * The Member Level lets you use the full app, and all but a few map sources - try it free for 7 days. * The Premium Member Level gives you access to sources like NatGeo Trails Illustrated, hunting data, and other specialized maps. * For a limited time, the new Gaia GPS app costs $9.99/year for the Member level, or $29.99 for the Premium level. * Existing app users get an extended free trial with the new Gaia GPS. The more recently you bought Gaia GPS, the longer the trial (between 30 days and 2 years free). Also, if you have a "GaiaPro" subscription from the old app, you get access to the new app at the Premium level.
1.2
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►► v1.2 • share folders with friends • share folders within Gaia GPS, app-to-app • share folders with any size group, set read/write permissions for invitees • when friends update folders, updates get pushed to you in real-time • use this for planning trips, sharing maps/routes with friends or clubs • enable notifications via Saved or Settings tab • added option to answer survey on update screen • text size on Gaia Topo map now adjusts with system font size setting • made more things on the map tappable, such as camps, parking, and other amenities • map download speed now reports speed in kilobits/megabits instead of kilobytes per second, which is how bandwidth is usually reported - users previously thought the speeds were too slow • some other bug fixes
►► v1.1
New for Premium Members
* added Motor Vehicle Use Maps (MVUM) layer from the United States Forest Service (USFS) * overlay MVUM on other maps, and tap roads for informaton about usage - this is an interactive, vector layer
New for All Members
* rotate the map with two fingers (disable this via Settings) * tap trails on Gaia Topo to guide along them - this now works offline * many people didn't know you can long-press the full-screen button on the map for options - there's now a hint about that in Settings * when you zoom in while you have the map locked on your location, the app will no longer break the lock * improved update screen, with release notes and how-to notes * improved performance of Saved tab for users with many years of data * added option to Skip Login * made app never require login while offline * fixed bugs reported by users
►► v1.0
Try the all new Gaia GPS - beautiful map display, new maps and features, and a polished interface.
► the "mapping engine" has been totally replaced • maps are faster/smoother • Gaia Topo and some other sources are now displayed as 'vector' maps - that means the labels stay crisp as you zoom in/out, downloads are smaller, you can tap features on the map like trails to get info, and other benefits.
► more maps • all users can now access MapBox Satellite, Outdoor, and Streets • Premium Members can access NatGeo Trails Illustrated, as well as Neotreks
► new search feature • autocompleting search on map • search for parks, trails, places, and addresses
► the iPhone interface has been greatly refined • tabs along the bottom with major functions • unified icons for buttons, refined colors/fonts/layout • improved every screen, from login/signup, to the map, to saved data
► other improvements • fullscreen control in map toolbar • long-press fullscreen for additional map display options • better interface to name things like tracks/waypoints (names get suggested if you are online, and you can set color/icon as you make things) • big overhaul to Saved/Details views for tracks/waypoints/etc • refined Trip stats view • option in iPhone settings to disable background GPS use
► subscription levels * The Member Level lets you use the full app, and all but a few map sources - try it free for 7 days. * The Premium Member Level gives you access to sources like NatGeo Trails Illustrated, hunting data, and other specialized maps. * For a limited time, the new Gaia GPS app costs $9.99/year for the Member level, or $29.99 for the Premium level. * Existing app users get an extended free trial with the new Gaia GPS. The more recently you bought Gaia GPS, the longer the trial (between 30 days and 2 years free). Also, if you have a "GaiaPro" subscription from the old app, you get access to the new app at the Premium level.
1.1.1
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►► v1.1.1 * fixed issue where sync would restart on each launch, since 1.0
►► v1.1
New for Premium Members
* added Motor Vehicle Use Maps (MVUM) layer from the United States Forest Service (USFS) * overlay MVUM on other maps, and tap roads for informaton about usage - this is an interactive, vector layer
New for All Members
* rotate the map with two fingers (disable this via Settings) * tap trails on Gaia Topo to guide along them - this now works offline * many people didn't know you can long-press the full-screen button on the map for options - there's now a hint about that in Settings * when you zoom in while you have the map locked on your location, the app will no longer break the lock * improved update screen, with release notes and how-to notes * improved performance of Saved tab for users with many years of data * added option to Skip Login * made app never require login while offline * fixed bugs reported by users
►► v1.0
Try the all new Gaia GPS - beautiful map display, new maps and features, and a polished interface.
► the "mapping engine" has been totally replaced • maps are faster/smoother • Gaia Topo and some other sources are now displayed as 'vector' maps - that means the labels stay crisp as you zoom in/out, downloads are smaller, you can tap features on the map like trails to get info, and other benefits.
► more maps • all users can now access MapBox Satellite, Outdoor, and Streets • Premium Members can access NatGeo Trails Illustrated, as well as Neotreks
► new search feature • autocompleting search on map • search for parks, trails, places, and addresses
► the iPhone interface has been greatly refined • tabs along the bottom with major functions • unified icons for buttons, refined colors/fonts/layout • improved every screen, from login/signup, to the map, to saved data
► other improvements • fullscreen control in map toolbar • long-press fullscreen for additional map display options • better interface to name things like tracks/waypoints (names get suggested if you are online, and you can set color/icon as you make things) • big overhaul to Saved/Details views for tracks/waypoints/etc • refined Trip stats view • option in iPhone settings to disable background GPS use
► subscription levels * The Member Level lets you use the full app, and all but a few map sources - try it free for 7 days. * The Premium Member Level gives you access to sources like NatGeo Trails Illustrated, hunting data, and other specialized maps. * For a limited time, the new Gaia GPS app costs $9.99/year for the Member level, or $29.99 for the Premium level. * Existing app users get an extended free trial with the new Gaia GPS. The more recently you bought Gaia GPS, the longer the trial (between 30 days and 2 years free). Also, if you have a "GaiaPro" subscription from the old app, you get access to the new app at the Premium level.
1.1
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►► v1.1
New for Premium Members
* added Motor Vehicle Use Maps (MVUM) layer from the United States Forest Service (USFS) * overlay MVUM on other maps, and tap roads for information about usage - this is an interactive, vector layer
New for All Members
* rotate the map with two fingers (disable this via Settings) * many people didn't know you can long-press the full-screen button on the map for options - there's now a hint about that in Settings * when you zoom in while you have the map locked on your location, the app will no longer break the lock * tap trails on Gaia Topo to guide along them - this now works offline * improved update screen, with release notes and how-to notes * improved performance of Saved tab for users with many years of data * added option to Skip Login * when recording, force the app to reload if the operating system kills it when in background * made app never require login while offline * fixed bugs reported by users
►► v1.0
Try the all new Gaia GPS - beautiful map display, new maps and features, and a polished interface.
► the "mapping engine" has been totally replaced • maps are faster/smoother • Gaia Topo and some other sources are now displayed as 'vector' maps - that means the labels stay crisp as you zoom in/out, downloads are smaller, you can tap features on the map like trails to get info, and other benefits.
► more maps • all users can now access MapBox Satellite, Outdoor, and Streets • Premium Members can access NatGeo Trails Illustrated, as well as Neotreks
► new search feature • autocompleting search on map • search for parks, trails, places, and addresses
► the iPhone interface has been greatly refined • tabs along the bottom with major functions • unified icons for buttons, refined colors/fonts/layout • improved every screen, from login/signup, to the map, to saved data
► other improvements • fullscreen control in map toolbar • long-press fullscreen for additional map display options • better interface to name things like tracks/waypoints (names get suggested if you are online, and you can set color/icon as you make things) • big overhaul to Saved/Details views for tracks/waypoints/etc • refined Trip stats view • option in iPhone settings to disable background GPS use
► subscription levels * The Member Level lets you use the full app, and all but a few map sources - try it free for 7 days. * The Premium Member Level gives you access to sources like NatGeo Trails Illustrated, hunting data, and other specialized maps. * For a limited time, the new Gaia GPS app costs $9.99/year for the Member level, or $29.99 for the Premium level. * Existing app users get an extended free trial with the new Gaia GPS. The more recently you bought Gaia GPS, the longer the trial (between 30 days and 2 years free). Also, if you have a "GaiaPro" subscription from the old app, you get access to the new app at the Premium level.
1.0.1
Try the all new Gaia GPS - beautiful map display, new maps and features, and a polished interface.
► the "mapping engine" has been totally replaced • maps are faster/smoother • Gaia Topo and some other sources are now displayed as 'vector' maps - that means the labels stay crisp as you zoom in/out, downloads are smaller, you can tap features on the map like trails to get info, and other benefits.
► more maps • all users can now access MapBox Satellite, Outdoor, and Streets • Premium Members can access NatGeo Trails Illustrated, as well as Neotreks
► new search feature • autocompleting search on map • search for parks, trails, places, and addresses
► the iPhone interface has been greatly refined • tabs along the bottom with major functions • unified icons for buttons, refined colors/fonts/layout • improved every screen, from login/signup, to the map, to saved data
► other improvements • fullscreen control in map toolbar • long-press fullscreen for additional map display options • better interface to name things like tracks/waypoints (names get suggested if you are online, and you can set color/icon as you make things) • big overhaul to Saved/Details views for tracks/waypoints/etc • refined Trip stats view • option in iPhone settings to disable background GPS use
► subscription levels * The Member Level lets you use the full app, and all but a few map sources - try it free for 7 days. * The Premium Member Level gives you access to sources like NatGeo Trails Illustrated, hunting data, and other specialized maps. * For a limited time, the new Gaia GPS app costs $9.99/year for the Member level, or $29.99 for the Premium level. * Existing app users can use the new Gaia GPS free for 2 years. Also, if you have a "GaiaPro" subscription from the old app, you get access to the new app at the Premium level.
1.0
Version 1.6.3
If you love Gaia GPS, help spread the word by leaving a review. Your review will also get bumped up, when you rate a new update.
►► v1.6.3
* iPad - fixed bug displaying photos in Detail views in Landscape mode. * exported photos now have proper metadata and sequential filenames * made screenshots on App Store tell a story * made a back-end change to handle syncing hikes from gaiagps.com/hike/united-states/, in a coming release
Ratings and Reviews
4.8 out of 5
2.7K Ratings
2.7K Ratings
Editors’ Notes
Off-the-beaten-path maps.
Editors’ Notes
Off-the-beaten-path maps.
Great tool for mapping motorcycle trips that use lots of off-road.
eritchie007
I’ve been using GAIA to map my rides for a couple of years now. I use it to note where I’ve been, and to mark places I’d like to go, rather than mapping out routes beforehand. I like the detail available in the layers of maps available, (just purchased membership so as to be able to download and utilize Canada backroads layer) the ability to run the app while phone is in airplane mode, and the relatively low power use in that mode. I’ve ridden across the country west to east and back again, and from south to north, and largely off-road. And have records of each day’s ride. I use it to map mountain bike rides and bicycle commutes, and keep multiple parent-folders current with each ride. I also like being able to share a link to my rides with family and friends. I know there are features I don’t use, but feel confident that their use would be pretty intuitive given the ease of use I experience with the features I do use.
Great tool for mapping motorcycle trips that use lots of off-road.
eritchie007
I’ve been using GAIA to map my rides for a couple of years now. I use it to note where I’ve been, and to mark places I’d like to go, rather than mapping out routes beforehand. I like the detail available in the layers of maps available, (just purchased membership so as to be able to download and utilize Canada backroads layer) the ability to run the app while phone is in airplane mode, and the relatively low power use in that mode. I’ve ridden across the country west to east and back again, and from south to north, and largely off-road. And have records of each day’s ride. I use it to map mountain bike rides and bicycle commutes, and keep multiple parent-folders current with each ride. I also like being able to share a link to my rides with family and friends. I know there are features I don’t use, but feel confident that their use would be pretty intuitive given the ease of use I experience with the features I do use.
Great to plan routes for off-road riding
Julien velo
Downloaded the app and tested it for off-road motorcycle. The automatic tracing of a route over existing marked trails is an awesome feature that makes planning the route considerably easier than with Google Earth or Garmin Basecamp. I downloaded satellite image and usgs topo maps of the area I was riding in so I didn't need to rely on having network or not during the ride. Battery usage was reasonable and it can certainly last for 12 hours or more with every app turned off and airplane mode. The website is fairly good too. Only small complain is that the web app folder system is a little convoluted - it's not obvious at first where things go at first. The mobile app occasionally crashes while managing files, yet nothing was lost. Compare to a Garmin gps unit the only limitation is the device's gps accuracy and recording rate but it's no issue for off-road riding/driving, likely not an issue for hiking neither.
Great to plan routes for off-road riding
Julien velo
Downloaded the app and tested it for off-road motorcycle. The automatic tracing of a route over existing marked trails is an awesome feature that makes planning the route considerably easier than with Google Earth or Garmin Basecamp. I downloaded satellite image and usgs topo maps of the area I was riding in so I didn't need to rely on having network or not during the ride. Battery usage was reasonable and it can certainly last for 12 hours or more with every app turned off and airplane mode. The website is fairly good too. Only small complain is that the web app folder system is a little convoluted - it's not obvious at first where things go at first. The mobile app occasionally crashes while managing files, yet nothing was lost. Compare to a Garmin gps unit the only limitation is the device's gps accuracy and recording rate but it's no issue for off-road riding/driving, likely not an issue for hiking neither.
