Suggested Mobile Apps
Here is a list of suggested mobile apps that can load and display the “GPX” routes and waypoints available for each hike on the site.
When choosing a map to load and display, Openstreetmap (OSM) maps are highly recommended because most, if not all, the hiking trails in the Ministik are displayed in Openstreetmap maps. This is an important safety feature in a wild area like the Ministik where it can be all too easy to lose the trail and get lost.
All of the options listed below:
- have free versions and most have paid versions with added features
- have both Android and iOS versions, and
- can be used in offline mode, that is, without a cell signal.
This site has no affiliation with the developers of any of apps listed here. Apps are listed in alphabetical order.
Locus Map #
- Locus Map offers comprehensive offline maps and navigation.
- It includes a variety of detailed offline maps, such as OSM-based LoMaps, satellite imagery, and region-specific choices.
- These features provide robust offline navigation capabilities, making it perfect for outdoor activities where an internet connection isn't available.
- Note that the iOS version, "Locus Map Lite", is a relatively new product. The developers say they plan to add additional features in the future.
MAPS.ME #
- MAPS.ME's core strength lies in providing fast, detailed, and entirely offline maps of the world. This includes turn-by-turn navigation for driving, walking, and cycling, all without needing an internet connection.
- Built on OpenStreetMap (OSM) data, MAPS.ME's maps often include points of interest (POIs), hiking trails, and even smaller paths that you might not find on other mapping services.
Organic Maps #
From the Organic Maps Website:
- Organic Maps is a privacy-focused offline maps & GPS app for hiking, cycling, biking, and driving.
- Absolutely free. No ads. No tracking. Developed with love by the open-source community.
- Powered by OpenStreetMap data.
- Organic Maps is one of the few applications nowadays that supports 100% of features without an active Internet connection.
OSMAnd #
- OsmAnd provides detailed offline maps of the entire world based on OpenStreetMap data, offering turn-by-turn voice-guided navigation for various modes of transport (car, bicycle, pedestrian, public transport, even off-road and nautical).
- All primary functions work completely offline once maps are downloaded.
- Users can customize the map display with different styles (touring, nautical, ski, topographic, etc.), overlay various map sources, display contour lines and hill-shading (via plugins), and choose what points of interest (POIs) are shown.
