By minnibeach
Everyday smart phones are getting better and better. Improved GPS, camera, sensors, ect. Now-a-days you can turn your phone in to a great resource for the trail.
Use that smartphone for more than Angry Birds!
Here we have 5 great apps for the Apple IPhone…
- AccuTerra Unlimited – Maps & GPS Tracker: AccuTerra UNLIMITED is your one-stop GPS outdoor recreation app, with over five million square miles of terrain. AccuTerra is a great topo and tracking app, it is a little pricy but turns your phone into a full featured GPS.
- Every Trail Pro: Find a hiker no matter where you are. TRACK, SHARE, EXPLORE… EveryTrail is the best way to share trips,
connect with other travelers and find great new things to do. Plot
your trip, photos and videos right on the map and upload it to - Peaks: Ever been on the summit looking out wondering what peaks are around you? if so this is the app for you! ”Wow, what a view! Which mountain is that?” - You now have your answer: Peaks from Augmented Outdoors!
- Orienteering Compass: Sometimes all you need is a simple compass! Orienteering Compass, an exact 3D replica of a protractor compass, both in appearance and behavior.
- Audubon Trees: Maybe even learn a little while out and about… A Field Guide to North American Trees
Please share some of your favorite apps that you use out on the trail or in camp in the comments!
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