Gaia GPS: Mobile Trail Maps

Gaia GPS Version 2025.11 We've rolled out new tools and improvements to make planning and navigating your outdoor adventures even better! New Features and Tools: * New Measurement Tool: Quickly check distances on the map while you're in the field with our new measurement tool. Perfect for those on-the-spot distance checks and planning adjustments. Improvements and Fixes: * Enhanced Route Elevation Graph: The Route Details screen now features a better, more detailed elevation graph, giving you a clearer view of the terrain and total elevation change for your route. * Route Builder Stability Fixes: We've addressed and fixed several bugs in the route builder to ensure a smoother experience, including: * Resolved issues with the Undo function. * Fixed critical bugs that could prevent routes from saving correctly. * Waypoint Fetching Fix: Resolved a bug that was preventing the app from correctly fetching user waypoints from the local database, ensuring all your saved locations appear reliably.

Gaia GPS Version 2025.11 We've rolled out new tools and improvements to make planning and navigating your outdoor adventures even better! New Features and Tools: * New Measurement Tool: Quickly check distances on the map while you're in the field with our new measurement tool. Perfect for those on-the-spot distance checks and planning adjustments. Improvements and Fixes: * Enhanced Route Elevation Graph: The Route Details screen now features a better, more detailed elevation graph, giving you a clearer view of the terrain and total elevation change for your route. * Route Builder Stability Fixes: We've addressed and fixed several bugs in the route builder to ensure a smoother experience, including: * Resolved issues with the Undo function. * Fixed critical bugs that could prevent routes from saving correctly. * Waypoint Fetching Fix: Resolved a bug that was preventing the app from correctly fetching user waypoints from the local database, ensuring all your saved locations appear reliably.

Gaia GPS Version 2025.12 • Waypoints Finally Remember They Have Elevation Your saved waypoints were going through an identity crisis and forgetting how tall they were. We've given them a pep talk. They now proudly display their elevation. • Remove From Folder Option Re-Added Folders were getting clingy. You can now remove items again without hurt feelings. • Switched to a New Elevation Service We’ve swapped elevation services so your stats are now powered by a fresher, crunchier data source. Peaks and valleys should feel more… peak-y. • Nautical Miles Are Nailed Down If you’re navigating by sea (or just feel like a sailor), your nautical mile route calculations now make sense and won’t accidentally send you to Atlantis. Enjoy the season and enjoy it more Outside!

Big Things Are Coming to Gaia GPS! Epic Adventures Await: We’re laying the groundwork for something game-changing—curated overland routes, new features, and a way for you to make an impact on the trails you love. FREE Overland Map Layer: Starting Feb 3, 2025, all users—yes, even free ones—can unlock three months of access to incredible overland maps. Bug Fixes & Upgrades: As always, we’ve polished the app and squashed bugs to keep your adventures running smoothly. This is just the beginning of what’s ahead. Stay tuned—your next adventure is about to get even better!

Gaia GPS 2025.3 – The One Where We Fix All the Things Like a solid recovery winch, this update pulls Gaia GPS out of a few sticky situations. We smoothed out the bumps, cleared some obstacles, and even gave the app a bit of a refresh. Here’s what’s new: Bug Fixes & Improvements: • Route planning no longer crashes. Your adventure ideas should lead to epic trips, not the spinning wheel of doom. • Map labels now actually fade when adjusting layer opacity. Before, they clung on like that one friend who insists, “I’m totally fine without a GPS.” Not anymore. • Map layer notifications now make sense. You’ll only get updates when they’re useful, not just when the app is feeling needy. • The Gaia Original app icon is back! We ditched the yellow border and returned to our roots—because some classics just can’t be improved. • Tapping a track won’t send the app into a panic. Now you can relive your past trips without the app deciding to peace out. • Shared folders now have proper boundaries. Editors can no longer move stuff they don’t own—because digital anarchy isn’t a great file management strategy. • The Activity Feed (Home Tab) navigation is now smoother. Less getting lost in the app, more finding adventures. • iPad split-screen mode behaves itself. The bottom tab bar was blocking map buttons like an overpacked rooftop tent. It’s been downsized. • “Delete” is now “Archive.” Because let’s be honest, nothing was really getting deleted—it was just going on an extended vacation. As always, if you find anything weird, let us know. Otherwise, get out there and explore—just with fewer app crashes this time.

Gaia GPS 2025.4 - Trail Maintenance for the Soul We hit the trail to fix a few bugs. Ended up clearing out a whole overgrown mess. Tracks were oversharing like a guy who just got back from a solo thru-hike — so we made folder stats optional. Public links were veering off trail — those are back on course now. Waypoints were duplicating like bad campsite rumors. That chaos is handled. Crashes? We didn’t just fix them — we built a fire, told scary stories about them, and made sure they never came back. Mobile and web sync? Finally hiking in step. Splash screens? Polished like your favorite camp mug. Swipe-to-delete maps? Yep. Say goodbye to clutter like it’s gear you thought you’d need. We even found a weird old disclaimer key lurking in the codebase, said “nah,” and tossed it out with the trash bag you forgot at camp. This update clears brush, smooths trails, and tightens gear. Update now. Adventure smoother. And if anything still breaks, we’ll be in the woods hunting it with headlamps and sarcasm.

Gaia GPS 2025.5 — Fewer Crashes, Cleaner Layers, and Smoother Routes Ahead We’ve charted a course through some rocky terrain in this release, knocking out bugs that have been lurking behind the trail signs. Here’s what we mapped out: We melted a nasty freeze when saving routes. You can now sketch out your next big adventure without the app turning into a snowdrift. We recalibrated how we draw areas on the map, so you can trust your outlines won’t wander off-trail. A missing value was causing routing to take some creative liberties. We brought it back in bounds. Some layers were echoing features like a confused topographic yodel. We’ve cleared up the noise — what you see is what’s actually there. Viewing tracks without full stats was sometimes causing a meltdown. That bug’s now off the grid. A sneaky internal structure change was causing saved items to panic. We reinforced the foundation, so your folders stay rock solid. This update keeps Gaia GPS on track — literally. As always, let us know if you spot any unexpected detours. We’ll reroute.

2025.6 Improvements We've been hard at work fixing some pesky issues to make your outdoor adventures smoother. What's Fixed: Map Layer Controls Fixed the toggle behavior for layered maps - they now turn on and off as expected (what a concept!). Map Thumbnails Resolved an issue where map thumbnails weren't updating properly. Your previews now show current data. Track Rendering Eliminated a crash that occurred during track rendering. The app now stays put while showing your routes. Sync Improvements Fixed an intermittent crash during sync operations. Data syncing is now more reliable. Thanks for your patience while we worked through these issues. Now get out there and explore! Happy trails! The Gaia Team

2025.6.1 Improvements Fixes an issue with the Home tab where the activity feed launches in a new window Fixes a few layout issues with the main map buttons

2025.6.2 Update In our last update, we were a little too enthusiastic about adding new features... and accidentally added a few bugs along the trail. Oops! We’ve packed our virtual bug spray and stomped out the issues. Thanks for your patience and for letting us know when things went off trail. We’re always working to make your outdoor experience smoother and more reliable. P.S. If you spot anything else strange on the trail (in the app, not Bigfoot), reach out to us anytime!

Gaia GPS 2025.7: Enhanced Stability & Smoother Adventures We're excited to bring you a new update packed with critical fixes and improvements designed to make your Gaia GPS experience more reliable and seamless than ever before. This release focuses heavily on squashing bugs and boosting performance across the app. What's New & Improved: More Robust Server Communication: We've enhanced stability and reliability when communicating with our servers, including improved handling of network errors and authorization, ensuring your data syncs smoothly. Smoother Map Interaction: Resolved a crash that could occur when tapping on objects or features directly on the map, making your map exploration more stable. Stable Route Planning: Addressed a crash that sometimes happened during route planning, making your route creation and editing more reliable. Top Crash Eliminated in Saved Tab: We've successfully eliminated the app's most frequently reported crash, which occurred in the Saved tab. Enjoy a much smoother and more reliable experience when managing your saved data. Improved Folder and Data Handling: Fixed some of the biggest bugs related to folders and data duplication, ensuring your saved information is organized and displayed accurately. Reliable Area Downloads: Fixed a crash that affected some users when downloading maps or areas for offline use, improving the overall reliability of your offline map access. Seamless Subscription Process: Resolved a crash that could occur immediately after a subscription purchase, providing a smoother and more seamless upgrade experience. Update now to experience a more robust and reliable Gaia GPS! As always, we appreciate your feedback and happy adventuring!

Gaia GPS 2025.8 Your adventure just got a little smoother. This update patches up the trail, clears some brush, and keeps your navigation flowing like a mountain stream. What’s New & Improved: * Trail signs ahead: The paywall now shows a clear side-by-side map of Premium vs. Outside+ so you know exactly which path to take. * No more getting lost: If your session times out, you’ll get a friendly nudge to log back in before sync goes off-trail. * Picture-perfect maps: Download screen thumbnails now match the layer you’re grabbing—no more mystery terrain. * Extra baggage removed: Premium subscribers won’t see the Start Free Trial button hitching a ride anymore. * Stray tracks fixed: We squashed an issue where some folks wandered into “anonymous” land from the Welcome screen. * Route crash detour closed: Built-in bug spray for that route-building crash. * Elevation dialed in: Imported tracks turned into routes now show ascent and descent that won’t leave you gasping for air. Update now and keep your journey on the right trail.

Gaia GPS 2025.9: Bug Fixes & Improvements This update focuses on performance enhancements and bug fixes to provide a more stable and reliable experience. What’s Fixed: * Resolved an issue on iOS 26 where drag-and-drop was not functioning correctly for map layers.

Gaia GPS Version 2026.1 Release Notes What’s New T-Mobile Satellite Connectivity We are excited to support the next generation of off-grid safety. Gaia GPS is now compatible with T-Mobile’s direct-to-cell satellite technology. Even when you are miles away from the nearest cell tower, you can maintain a connection to the world and keep your tracks moving. iOS 26 Compatibility We’ve updated the app to run seamlessly on iOS 26. This includes optimization for the latest system features and ensured stability for the new "Ultra-Constrained" network states. Bug Fixes Ascent and Descent Accuracy We fixed a bug where elevation gain and loss were being calculated incorrectly on certain saved routes. Your vertical stats will now accurately reflect the true effort of your climb (and the relief of your descent). Map Deletion Sync Fixed an issue where deleted offline map areas would occasionally reappearance on other devices. Deleting a map on your iPhone will now correctly sync that deletion across your iPad and web account, keeping your storage organized.

Gaia GPS Version 2026.2 Release Notes What’s New This release smooths out a few rough edges so things stay on track while you’re navigating. Bug Fixes Fixed an issue where the distance grid wasn’t showing on the map Fixed the compass so it’s tappable again and reliably points north Fixed a layout issue in Advanced Settings so buttons and text no longer overlap

Gaia GPS Version 2026.4 Release Notes What’s New Meet Adventure Modes — the fastest way to get the right map for what you're doing. Tap Hike and you're looking at trails, terrain shading, and topo. Tap Off-Road and your road conditions, coverage maps, and overlays are ready. Tap Snow and avalanche zones and snowpack layers are front and center. We built this because configuring Gaia GPS from scratch every time you switch activities shouldn't be part of the adventure. Pick your mode, get outside. Bug Fixes Fixed an issue where users could try to share items before they were synced to the server

Gaia GPS Version 2026.4.01 Release Notes What’s New Reliability improvements, bug fixes, and a little behind-the-scenes work to set the stage for the next big thing coming to Gaia GPS. We think you're going to like it. Bug Fixes Fixed an issue where users could try to share items before they were synced to the server

Gaia GPS Version 2026.4.2 Release Notes What’s New Meet Adventure Modes — the fastest way to get the right map for what you're doing. Tap Hike and you're looking at trails, terrain shading, and topo. Tap Off-Road and your road conditions, coverage maps, and overlays are ready. Tap Snow and avalanche zones and snowpack layers are front and center. We built this because configuring Gaia GPS from scratch every time you switch activities shouldn't be part of the adventure. Pick your mode, get outside.

Gaia GPS Version 2026.4.3 Release Notes What’s New Meet Adventure Modes — the fastest way to get the right map for what you're doing. Tap Hike and you're looking at trails, terrain shading, and topo. Tap Off-Road and your road conditions, coverage maps, and overlays are ready. Tap Snow and avalanche zones and snowpack layers are front and center. We built this because configuring Gaia GPS from scratch every time you switch activities shouldn't be part of the adventure. Pick your mode, get outside.

Gaia GPS Version 2026.5 Release Notes What’s New New Lockscreen Live Tiles — now you can see your recording distance and time without unlocking your phone! Bug Fixes - we went deep into the woods and looked under every rock to fix as many bugs and issues as we can. The app should be a much smoother experience for all your outdoor activities and keep you on trail. New Activities - We've added new categories for the cool kids. Now you can tag your tracks with E-Biking and Birding.

Gaia GPS Version 2026.5.1 Release Notes What’s New A quick maintenance release. We tracked down a handful of stability issues and cleaned them up so the app holds steady out in the field. Bug Fixes Fixed an issue where saved items could become inaccessible. Fixed a crash while downloading maps. Fixed a crash when tapping items in the search drawer. Clarified region coverage for offline maps. Fixed a data storage issue that could lead to a crash.