Gaia GPS
Gaia GPS is a comprehensive outdoor navigation application designed for adventurers who explore trails, backcountry terrain, and offroad paths. The app provides access to over 300 map layers including topographic maps, satellite imagery, weather overlays, and land boundary information.
Plans
Gaia GPS Premium
The core subscription offering essential navigation features including exclusive activity maps (Gaia Hike and Gaia Overland), offline map downloads, route creation, adventure tracking with real-time statistics, and weather/terrain planning tools.
Outside+
An expanded bundle that includes everything in Gaia GPS Premium plus access to Trailforks Pro for the world's largest trail collection, Outside TV for streaming films and live sports, MapMyFitness MVP, and full access to 10+ outdoor publications including Backpacker and Climbing.
Key Capabilities
- Navigate Like a Pro: Access a catalog of 300+ maps with detailed trail guides curated by experts, including USGS and USFS topographic maps
- Create, Edit, and Measure Routes: Plan trips using snap-to-trail modes, measure distances, and generate elevation profiles
- Stay Safer: Weather, wildfire, and avalanche forecasts with terrain details like snow depth, slope angle shading, and cell coverage
Target Audience
Outdoor enthusiasts including hikers, backpackers, ski tourers, mountain bikers, offroad drivers, and anyone who navigates backcountry terrain.
Key Features
- Exclusive activity maps: Gaia Hike and Gaia Overland
- 300+ map layers including Cell Coverage, Private Land, and weather/terrain features
- Offline maps for navigation without cell service
- Create routes with Satellite, Private Land, Hike, and Overland maps
- Track and record adventures with real-time stats
- Custom waypoints and photos for marking key locations
- Weather, slope, and wildfire layer planning
- Snap-to-trail route creation modes
- Elevation profiles and route distance calculations
- Trailforks Pro access (Outside+ plan)
- Outside TV streaming (Outside+ plan)
Use Cases
- Hiking and backpacking trip planning and navigation
- Ski touring and backcountry skiing route planning
- 4x4 offroad trail navigation
- Camping trip preparation with land boundary information
- Mountain biking trail discovery and navigation
- Weather and avalanche condition monitoring for outdoor activities
- Offline navigation in remote areas without cell coverage
Pros
- Extensive map library with 300+ layers
- Offline map capability for remote areas
- Comprehensive weather and terrain safety features
- Expert-curated trail guides
- Bundled outdoor content with Outside+ plan
Cons
- Premium features require paid subscription
- Outside+ plan includes many features some users may not need
- Annual billing only
Pricing
Gaia GPS Premium: $59.90/year (billed annually, plus applicable taxes). Outside+: $89.99/year (billed annually, plus applicable taxes).
