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iHikeGPS : Classic Topo Maps
iHikeGPS is a navigation app that unlocks the GPS potential of iPhones and iPads. It allows users to turn their devices into high-performance GPS receivers by providing access to USGS, US Forest Service, and Canadian topo maps. These maps offer valuable backcountry details not found in other Hiking apps.
Even in remote areas with no cell signal, iHikeGPS ensures users always know their location and where they have been, as well as offering accurate route navigation and Estimated Time of Arrival. The app eliminates sign-ups, ads, subscriptions, and in-app purchases, making it more affordable and respectful of user privacy.
iHikeGPS is designed to be a versatile companion for various outdoor activities such as hiking, backpacking, biking, canoeing, geocaching, camping, 4WD exploring, sightseeing, and hunting. It has been recommended as the top choice in "Essential Gear for Safe Hiking" and is a must-have for outdoor enthusiasts.
The app offers features such as track recording, waypoint marking, route creation, and advanced route editing. Users can also view elevation graphs, measure distances, and view the sun and moon position for any date and place on Earth.
One of the standout features of iHikeGPS is that it provides access to topo maps at no extra cost. It includes the newest US Forest Service FSTopo 24K maps, USGS 24K maps for all 50 states, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands, as well as USGS 250K and 100K maps for all states. In Canada, it offers National Resources Canada 50K maps for most areas.
The app allows users to download maps using WiFi or cell service and is optimized for faster downloads and efficient storage. Users can store up to 2200 maps for use in areas without cell service. Map images can be printed and shared with overlaid waypoints, routes, and tracks.
iHikeGPS supports various units of measurement, including miles, nautical miles, kilometers, feet, meters, degrees, UTM or USNG-MGRS, and °True or °Magnetic.
The app provides comprehensive help within the app itself and an online manual on the iHikeGPS website. Users can also contact the developer via email for further assistance.
Reviews from satisfied users highlight the app's track recording features, fast map downloads, well-thought-out interface, and overall sophistication. It is considered a reliable and efficient tool for outdoor activities, providing great detail when needed.
iHikeGPS can be used on any iOS device, even those without cellular data plans. iPhones and WiFi+cellular iPads support full navigation, while WiFi-only iPads and iPod touch can view maps but require an iOS-compatible external GPS receiver to show location and record tracks.
With a loyal user base and a wide range of features, iHikeGPS is a trusted companion for outdoor adventures.