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CalTopo: Backcountry Mapping

Trusted by SAR teams and mountain guides to analyze complex terrain, monitor real-time conditions, and navigate off-grid with high-resolution data and seamless offline synchronization.

Key Figures

Downloads

514K+

User Rating

4.8/5

Total Ratings

6K+

Publisher

CalTopo LLC

Master the Backcountry with Professional Precision

From high-stakes Search and Rescue missions to technical ski tours, CalTopo provides the advanced mapping tools and offline data you need to navigate the most complex terrain safely.

Advanced Terrain Analysis

Identify avalanche-prone slopes and plan for solar intensity with high-resolution slope angle shading and sun exposure overlays.

Seamless Desktop-to-Field Sync

Meticulously plan complex routes on your computer and access them instantly on your mobile device, fully optimized for offline navigation.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about CalTopo: Backcountry Mapping

What is the CalTopo app?

The CalTopo app is a backcountry mapping tool for iOS, trusted by professionals, that allows users to plan, navigate, and track off-grid pursuits with offline capabilities and detailed map layers.

Does the CalTopo app work offline?

Yes, the CalTopo app works offline. It is satellite ready, allowing users to download maps and layers for offline use and to track their location using GPS without an internet connection.

Can I share maps with others using CalTopo?

Yes, the CalTopo app allows users to share maps with teams or travel partners for collaborative planning and real-time progress monitoring through live tracking.

What map layers does the CalTopo app offer?

The CalTopo app offers map layers including MapBuilder Topo, Global Imagery, Slope Angle Shading, Forest Service Maps, Parcel data, Weather Forecasting, and Fire History/Activity, among many others.

Does the CalTopo app integrate with CalTopo.com?

Yes, the CalTopo app provides seamless integration with CalTopo online. All changes made in the app automatically sync across all devices, ensuring up-to-date maps.

Can I record my route in the CalTopo app?

Yes, the CalTopo app enables users to track and record their routes. This feature provides data such as distance, elevation, and time for comprehensive outing documentation.

Does the CalTopo app support 3D mapping?

Yes, the CalTopo app supports 3D mapping. This feature allows users to gain a new perspective and visualize their routes within a three-dimensional terrain representation.

Can I add photos to waypoints in CalTopo?

Yes, the CalTopo app allows users to plan and document with photo waypoints. This feature enables attaching photos to specific locations on the map for enhanced documentation.

The following screenshots and description are sourced directly from the app's official store listing and are the property of the app developer.

App Store

Screenshots

CalTopo: Backcountry Mapping - CalTopo app screen displaying its professional backcountry mapping and planning capabilities. — CalTopo app screen displaying its professional backcountry mapping and planning capabilities.

CalTopo: Backcountry Mapping - CalTopo app displaying a 3D terrain map with a marked hiking route and hikers in the background — CalTopo app displaying a 3D terrain map with a marked hiking route and hikers in the background

CalTopo: Backcountry Mapping - A showcase of CalTopo map layers including topo aerial imagery slope angle shading and wind plots on mobile devices — A showcase of CalTopo map layers including topo aerial imagery slope angle shading and wind plots on mobile devices

CalTopo: Backcountry Mapping - A 3D topographic map of a mountain range on the CalTopo app showing a planned backcountry trail. — A 3D topographic map of a mountain range on the CalTopo app showing a planned backcountry trail.

CalTopo: Backcountry Mapping - CalTopo app screenshot showing a topographic map with photo waypoints and route documentation — CalTopo app screenshot showing a topographic map with photo waypoints and route documentation

CalTopo: Backcountry Mapping - CalTopo app screen showing options to download map layers like topo imagery and parcel data for offline use. — CalTopo app screen showing options to download map layers like topo imagery and parcel data for offline use.

CalTopo: Backcountry Mapping - CalTopo app interface displaying a topographic map with a tracked ski tour route and trip statistics — CalTopo app interface displaying a topographic map with a tracked ski tour route and trip statistics

CalTopo: Backcountry Mapping - CalTopo mapping app and desktop website automatic synchronization interface — CalTopo mapping app and desktop website automatic synchronization interface

Description

Take the best mapping app with you wherever you go with the CalTopo app for iOS. Trusted by professional mountain guides, avalanche educators, and search and rescue teams, CalTopo has all the features you need to plan your next off-grid pursuit. Seamless integration between CalTopo online and your mobile device allows you to access and update your maps no matter where you are. Any changes you make will automatically sync across all devices, making exporting and importing your latest map a thing of the past. The CalTopo app allows you to easily take your planning and navigation to the next level. Real time decision making in backcountry terrain is made easy with the ability to download maps and layers like slope angle shading to your device for offline use. Plan for conditions on your route with sun exposure, wind, precipitation and avalanche forecasts. View and track your location on the map using GPS, even if you are offline. Share maps with your teams or travel partners to plan collaboratively, and to ensure everyone has the necessary data. Monitor real time updates from the field, like your friends progress on a long outing with live tracking on shared maps. Plan and navigate your next adventure with the CalTopo App today! Map layers include: • MapBuilder Topo, Hybrid and Overlay • Forest Service Maps • Scanned Topos • Global Imagery • Shaded Relief • Slope Angle Shading (including high resolution elevation data where available) • Parcel data • Public Lands • Weekly Satellite Imagery • NAIP Satellite Imagery • Sun Exposure • Marine Charts • Weather Forecasting (including wind, precipitation, and temperatures) • Snow and Water Gauge Data • Fire History/Activity • And many more Support and Feature Requests: Email us at help@caltopo.com.