Route Planning Tools
Draw routes, download offline maps, and work with GPS data
Route planning tools help you draw routes, analyze elevation profiles, download offline maps, and sync waypoints to GPS devices. Several of these tools also include community trail data and condition reports.
- CalTopo Web App — route drawing, elevation profiles, slope analysis, and printable maps. The standard tool for backcountry route planning and SAR operations.
- Gaia GPS Web App — mobile-focused map app with offline topo maps, satellite imagery, and route recording. Subscription required for full features.
- AllTrails Web App — trail database with user reviews, photos, and recorded GPS tracks. Free tier with limited features; subscription for offline maps.
- Garmin Explore Web App — route planning, waypoint management, and map downloads that sync directly with Garmin GPS devices and inReach communicators.