What is Gaia GPS?
Gaia GPS is a navigation app and web map with many map layers: topo, satellite, land ownership, weather and more. Its strength is downloading maps for offline use in the backcountry.
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Gaia GPS
Offline GPS maps for hiking, hunting and overlanding
- Coverage
- Worldwide
- Updates
- Updated
- Price
- Free + paid plan
- Sign-up
- Optional
- View
- Flat map
What you can do
- Many topo and satellite layers
- Offline map downloads
- Track recording and routes
The details
- Coverage
- Worldwide
- Updates
- Periodically
- Data source
- Many map sources
- Made by
- Gaia GPS (Outside) (company)
- Price
- Free + paid plan
- Account
- Free to view, account for extras
- On phones
- Phone app available
- Map view
- Flat map
Tips for using Gaia GPS
- Download map areas at home over Wi-Fi before a trip.
Who it is for
Gaia GPS is especially useful for hikers & outdoor fans.
Questions about Gaia GPS
Is Gaia GPS free?
You can use the basic map for free. Some features need a paid plan.
Do I need an account to use Gaia GPS?
No account is needed to view the map. Signing in unlocks extra features such as saving, alerts or more detail.
How often is Gaia GPS updated?
It is updated from time to time when new data or versions are released.
Where does Gaia GPS get its data?
Many map sources.
Can I use Gaia GPS on my phone?
Yes. There is a phone app (iPhone, Android), and the website also works in a browser.
What are some alternatives to Gaia GPS?
Similar maps include AllTrails, Strava Global Heatmap, map.geo.admin.ch and OpenTopoMap. See the full list of Gaia GPS alternatives on ColorfulMaps.
Summary based on public information about Gaia GPS. Features and prices change; the map's own website has the latest details.
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