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Also, maps.me uses openstreetmaps, which has very comprehensive and surprisingly accurate trail maps, and the entire world (or whichever sections of it you desi

Also, maps.me uses openstreetmaps, which has very comprehensive and surprisingly accurate trail maps, and the entire world (or whichever sections of it you desire) can be downloaded for offline use. It's been my go-to for years.

notpushkin 4y ago
Let me plug Organic Maps here, which is a fork of MAPS.ME before it turned into that weird thing with a Web3 wallet and token and kitchen sink. It's maintained by the same people who created MapsWithMe in 2011, has zero telemetry, zero ads, and is thus one of my favourite maps on Android (though it supports iOS too). https://organicmaps.app/ https://organicmaps.app/
- gorbypark 4y ago
  I use Organic Maps extensivly while hiking. It works amazingly well overall without any sort of signal. Download the maps beforehand, verify the trails you want to hike and off you go! Verifying is key, as Organic Maps doesn't really differentiate between "major hiking trail" and "random little trail that's more like bushwhacking than hiking". It even works great as a turn by turn navigator. I like going to Andorra, and one of the downsides there is no free roaming like in the EU, so it comes in handy even just for directions and finding businesses when walking around a city.
- somewhat_drunk 4y ago
  Nice, thanks!
stef25 4y ago
There's also Guru Maps which has WAY more features & better maps than maps.me (which is more useful in cities). There used to be MotionX GPS but they shut it down I'd feel confident crossing Africa using Guru, it's rock solid.
I_complete_me 4y ago
Apropos tips for inexperienced hikers (I do quite a bit of solo hill-walking and mountain biking). One thing I do at an unfamilar site is mark my parked car's location on OSMAND - OpenStreetMaps on Android. I don't need any cell satellite signal to verify it - turning on location helps - and then I know where to return to in an emergency or point someone to. Zooming out gives me geographical context. Also, I always carry a paper map and compass and know how to use them If you don't, don't go. Simples. Also for a nooby hiker, printing out a paper copy of the proposed trail and wrap it in cling film is a good idea. Here in Ireland, I find mountain-views.ie a great site to get an idea of what other hikers actually experienced on a trail before I go. I do this and have never got into trouble. On the subject of Garmin GPSMap60 CSX and I found it great. But after one trip, I forgot to take out the AA batteries and bricked it. THAT was stupid. You live and learn (a bit; sometimes).

notpushkin 4y ago

Let me plug Organic Maps here, which is a fork of MAPS.ME before it turned into that weird thing with a Web3 wallet and token and kitchen sink. It's maintained by the same people who created MapsWithMe in 2011, has zero telemetry, zero ads, and is thus one of my favourite maps on Android (though it supports iOS too). https://organicmaps.app/ https://organicmaps.app/

gorbypark 4y ago
I use Organic Maps extensivly while hiking. It works amazingly well overall without any sort of signal. Download the maps beforehand, verify the trails you want to hike and off you go! Verifying is key, as Organic Maps doesn't really differentiate between "major hiking trail" and "random little trail that's more like bushwhacking than hiking". It even works great as a turn by turn navigator. I like going to Andorra, and one of the downsides there is no free roaming like in the EU, so it comes in handy even just for directions and finding businesses when walking around a city.
somewhat_drunk 4y ago
Nice, thanks!

stef25 4y ago

There's also Guru Maps which has WAY more features & better maps than maps.me (which is more useful in cities). There used to be MotionX GPS but they shut it down I'd feel confident crossing Africa using Guru, it's rock solid.

I_complete_me 4y ago

Apropos tips for inexperienced hikers (I do quite a bit of solo hill-walking and mountain biking). One thing I do at an unfamilar site is mark my parked car's location on OSMAND - OpenStreetMaps on Android. I don't need any cell satellite signal to verify it - turning on location helps - and then I know where to return to in an emergency or point someone to. Zooming out gives me geographical context. Also, I always carry a paper map and compass and know how to use them If you don't, don't go. Simples. Also for a nooby hiker, printing out a paper copy of the proposed trail and wrap it in cling film is a good idea. Here in Ireland, I find mountain-views.ie a great site to get an idea of what other hikers actually experienced on a trail before I go. I do this and have never got into trouble. On the subject of Garmin GPSMap60 CSX and I found it great. But after one trip, I forgot to take out the AA batteries and bricked it. THAT was stupid. You live and learn (a bit; sometimes).