Backtrack: GPS Adventure Maps6.2.0 - App Store

Backtrack is an outdoor mapping application focused on helping you find and plan your next outdoor adventure.

Whether it be backcountry skiing, hiking, mountain biking, or anything in between, Backtrack provides the tools and information you need to make a plan, share it with friends, and navigate safely.

CREATE & SHARE MAPS
- Plan your route by drawing your intended path.
- Add markers to mark campsites, start points, and more.

COLLABORATIVE MAPPING
- Share maps with your travel partners to get everyone on the same page.
- Edits by everyone are reflected in real-time.

BACKCOUNTRY SKI
- Explore over 800 backcountry ski routes with guidebook-like information.
- Avalanche forecast & observations from your local avalanche center.
- Scout ahead of time with Mountain View: 360º aerial imagery of popular backcountry ski areas

POWERFUL MAP LAYERS
- Slope angle shading
- Sun exposure
- Public lands
- Avalanche accidents, observations, and forecast
- Cell phone coverage
- Ability to stack as many layers as you want

WEATHER
- Get forecasts along your route.
- Real-time data from SNOTEL weather stations.

DESKTOP APP
- Visit backtrackmaps.com on your computer to map on the big screen.
- Edits are synced across all your devices in real-time.

SUBSCRIPTION
- Use Backtrack for free
- Optional subscription for Backtrack Pro: download offline maps, 3D maps, export GPX, and more.

Backtrack Pro is available as an annual subscription managed through your iTunes account. Annual subscriptions will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Auto-renew can be turned off anytime via iTunes Account Settings.

LEGAL
Terms of Use: https://www.backtrackmaps.com/terms-of-use
Privacy Policy: https://www.backtrackmaps.com/privacy-policy

Version History Introducing Photo waypoints, a new way to bring your adventures onto the map.

- Photo Waypoints: Add photos directly to your map using the location saved in each image. Your photos appear right on the map where they were taken, making it easy to revisit a favorite view or remember a spot along the trail. 6.2.0 Sep 28 - Fixed a bug where elevation was not showing on the elevation chart 6.1.0 Sep 4 Backtrack 6.0 introduces a new Library, a more powerful Measure tool, and support for Liquid Glass.

- New Library: Find all the maps you’ve created, saved, and downloaded in one place, so it’s easier to get back to the places and plans that matter.
- Improved Measure Tool: The Measure tool is now always within reach in the new map toolbar. Measure a line to see individual segment distances, point elevations, and bearings as you plan.
- Liquid Glass: Backtrack now supports the new Liquid Glass design on iOS 26 and later, bringing a fresh, modern look that highlights your map content. 6.0.0 Aug 21 - NEW: access elevation profile data completely offline when viewing or creating routes 5.2.0 Jul 26 Bug fixes and improvement for offline downloads.

- NEW: download map tiles along route instead of by rectangular area for smaller download sizes 5.1.0 Jul 21 This update introduces Map Modes, more detailed base maps, improved offline downloads, and a new Private Land layer.

- NEW: Map modes make it easy to switch between map setups tailored to your activity.
- NEW: Redesigned maps to include more detail relevant to your activity.
- NEW: Offline maps are now faster and more capable, including reduced download sizes, faster download performance, and background downloading.
- NEW: Private land layer showing land boundaries and ownership across the United States. 5.0.1 Jul 17 This update introduces Map Modes, more detailed base maps, improved offline downloads, and a new Private Land layer.

- NEW: Map modes make it easy to switch between map setups tailored to your activity.
- NEW: Redesigned maps to include more detail relevant to your activity.
- NEW: Offline maps are now faster and more capable, including reduced download sizes, faster download performance, and background downloading.
- NEW: Private land layer showing land boundaries and ownership across the United States. 5.0.0 Jul 15 This update makes route planning faster, simpler, and more intuitive.

- NEW: A completely redesigned route builder makes planning routes easier than ever.
- NEW: Measure distances directly on the map with the new Measure Tool.
- NEW: Added a setting to keep your screen awake while navigating. 4.5.0 May 17 - NEW: Route markers are now displayed directly on the elevation profile
- NEW: Your live position is now shown on the elevation profile 4.4.0 May 3 - Redesigned feature drawer for easier editing
- Added ability to expand elevation profile for easier viewing 4.3.0 Apr 20 - New: improved map permissions. Now you can specify specific people with editing permission.
- New: search marker icons to easily find the one you're looking for
- Bug fixes and improvements
- Improved onboarding experience 4.2.0 Mar 15 - Added the ability to search by latitude / longitude coordinates
- Bug fixes 4.1.6 Mar 6 - Bug fixes and improvements 4.1.5 Mar 2 Bug fixes and improvements 4.1.4 Feb 4 Bug fixes and improvements 4.1.3 Feb 3 - Bug fixes and improvements 4.1.1 12/17/2025 - New: easily view additional details for routes including weather forecast, avalanche observations, and nearby SNOTEL stations 4.1.0 12/14/2025 This update brings a fully redesigned offline experience so you can map, plan, and explore with total confidence — even without cell service.

All-New Offline Functionality: Your maps, routes, folders, and other content now sync to your device automatically and are stored in a local database. This means you can:
- View and explore your maps in full detail offline
- Create new routes and edit existing ones
- Toggle layers on and off
- Make changes anywhere — everything syncs once you’re back online

Smarter Offline Map Downloads: Choose a region and the layers you want, and Backtrack will package everything for offline use. Your downloads now apply across all your map content, making it easier than ever to prep for a trip.

You can now do all of this completely offline:
- View 3D terrain
- Toggle map layers
- View elevation profiles (even for new routes)
- Create and update routes

This is our biggest step yet toward making Backtrack the most reliable mapping tool in the backcountry. Enjoy the new offline experience! 4.0.0 12/06/2025 All terrain layers have been rebuilt using high-resolution LiDAR data (1m), increasing the level of detail by over 10x.

New overlays—including Aspect, Hillshade, and Slope Highlight—expand your toolkit for understanding terrain.

Thanks for using Backtrack, and have a great ski season! 3.3.0 11/20/2025 We’ve made big improvements to offline map downloads:
- Estimated size: See how much storage a region will take before you download.
- Resizable area: Adjust the boundaries to get exactly the coverage you need.
- 3D terrain offline: Downloads now include elevation data, so you can explore in full 3D offline.

We have more improvements to offline maps coming soon, stay tuned. 3.2.0 09/02/2025 - NEW: easily copy features from public maps to your own maps so you can customize your adventure
- Improved error message when a map fails to download 3.1.0 08/30/2025 - Bug fixes and improvements 3.0.1 08/03/2025 Backtrack 3.0 – A Fresh New Look

We’ve redesigned the Backtrack experience from the ground up to make planning, exploring, and saving your adventures faster and easier than ever. Here’s what’s new in version 3.0:

• Redesigned UI – A streamlined, modern interface puts the tools you need front and center.
• Persistent Search Bar – Search is now always accessible at the top of the map so you can quickly find trails, peaks, and places.
• New “Saved” Tab – All your custom maps, recordings, routes, and bookmarks in one easy-to-access place.
• New “Explore” Tab – Discover ski tours, hikes, and public routes shared by the community, right from the home screen.
• Simplified Overlays – Adding map overlays like slope angle and sun exposure is now quicker and more intuitive.
• Tap to Drop a Pin – Just tap anywhere on the map to drop a pin and get location details instantly.

Thanks for using Backtrack! We’re just getting started. 3.0.0 07/22/2025 Bug fixes and improvements 2.12.2 06/11/2025 - Bug fixes and improvements 2.12.1 05/23/2025