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8 Best ATV and UTV Trail Map Apps of 2026

By the DBotMaker research desk · Updated November 10, 2026 · Next review December 25, 2026 · 8 products compared

Ranked firstonX OffroadATV and side-by-side riders who want open and closed trail data, land ownership and turn-by-turn directions in one paid app.9.0

Spec sheet

Vendor-documented specs. Click a column to sort.

ProductFree plan or trialSetupFree trail data
1onX Offroad9.0$34.99Free planiPhone and iPad, Android, Apple CarPlayApple CarPlay, onX SOS add-onSelf-serveNo, trails need Premium
2BRP GO8.6FreeFree planiPhone, Android, Can-Am vehicle displaysVibe communication systems, Navionics chartsSelf-serveYes, SxS and ATV trails included
3Trails Offroad8.5$39.99Free planiPhone and iPad, Android, WebDownloadable GPX filesSelf-serve200 curated trail guides
4Gaia GPS8.3$59.90Free planiPhone and iPad, Android, Apple CarPlay300+ maps and Trailforks with Outside+Self-serveFree recording and tracking, trails with Premium
5Polaris (RIDE COMMAND)8.3FreeFree planiPhone and iPad, RIDE COMMAND vehicle displaysRIDE COMMAND displays, RIDE COMMAND+Self-serveYes, snap-to-trail routing and maps
6CalTopo8.0Free planFree planWeb, iPhone and iPad, AndroidSyncs with CalTopo webSelf-serveNot published
7Avenza Maps7.9$34.99Free planiPhone and iPad, AndroidKML, GPX and CSVSelf-serveFree and paid maps in the Map Store
8OsmAnd7.7$14.99Free planiPhone and iPad, AndroidGPX import and exportSelf-serveOpenStreetMap data, 5 free map downloads

The short version

Pay for onX Offroad if you ride ATVs or side-by-sides often: its Premium plan shows open and closed trails filtered for SxS and ATV use, works offline and syncs with Apple CarPlay. If you want to spend nothing, BRP GO includes SxS and ATV trails, offline areas and group rides for free, and Polaris owners should install the free Polaris app first because it talks to RIDE COMMAND displays. Trails Offroad is the pick for scouted trail guides with obstacle notes, and Gaia GPS and CalTopo add the deepest map layers for riders who also hunt, hike or plan on a computer. Avenza Maps puts your GPS position on official Forest Service and BLM maps, and OsmAnd is the low-cost choice for riders with their own GPX tracks.

Short answer

The best free ATV trail map app is BRP GO, which includes thousands of side-by-side and ATV trails, offline map downloads and turn-by-turn directions at no cost, while onX Offroad is the best ATV and UTV trail map app overall in 2026, with 650,000+ miles of trails filtered by vehicle type for $34.99 a year. Trails Offroad suits riders who want scouted trail guides, with 200 free and All-Access at $39.99 a year, and OsmAnd is the cheapest paid upgrade at $14.99 a year.

This list is for ATV, quad and side-by-side riders who want trail maps on a phone: where the trails are, which ones are open to their vehicle, and how to follow them without cell service. It covers dedicated off-road apps, the free apps from Polaris and BRP, and general backcountry map apps that riders use for planning. We compared documented features on the US App Store, Google Play and the vendors' own pages, and scored capabilities at 40%, ease of setup at 30% and value at 30%. Prices were checked in USD on November 10, 2026. Always confirm local trail rules and closures with the land manager before you ride.

The ranking at a glance

  1. 1onX OffroadATV and side-by-side riders who want open and closed trail data, land ownership and turn-by-turn directions in one paid app.9.0
  2. 2BRP GORiders who want free ATV and side-by-side trail maps, especially Can-Am owners with a compatible vehicle display.8.6
  3. 3Trails OffroadRiders who want detailed, scouted trail guides with difficulty ratings and obstacle notes before they unload the trailer.8.5
  4. 4Gaia GPSRiders who also hike, camp or hunt and want one map app with many layers and offline topo maps.8.3
  5. 5Polaris (RIDE COMMAND)Polaris off-road vehicle owners who want trail planning that syncs with the vehicle's RIDE COMMAND display.8.3
  6. 6CalTopoRiders who plan routes on a computer and want detailed land, terrain and fire layers synced to the phone.8.0
  7. 7Avenza MapsRiders who use official agency maps, such as Forest Service PDFs, and want to see their GPS position on them offline.7.9
  8. 8OsmAndBudget-minded riders who want offline OpenStreetMap maps and GPX track following without a yearly trail subscription.7.7

How we make the call

Every entry gets a 0 to 10 rating on the three criteria below, and the order follows the weighted total. The ratings rest on the documented features and published prices on each maker's own pages, never hands-on testing.

  • 40%Capabilities
  • 30%Ease of setup
  • 30%Value

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  1. No. 1, top ranked

    onX Offroad

    A purpose-built off-road GPS app with 650,000+ miles of motorized roads and trails that can be filtered for side-by-sides, ATVs and quads.

    9.0of 10

    Best for ATV and side-by-side riders who want open and closed trail data, land ownership and turn-by-turn directions in one paid app.

    Capabilities
    9.4
    Ease of setup
    9.0
    Value
    8.6

    Price

    Free version without trail data; Premium $34.99 per year, Elite $99.99 per year

    Quoted from the onX Offroad pricing page on November 10, 2026: onX Offroad is $34.99 per year for Premium and $99.99 per year for Elite.

    onX Offroad ranks first because it is built around motorized trails rather than hiking. onX says the app covers 650,000+ miles of off-road trails and 500,000 recreation points, and lets riders filter trails for side-by-sides, ATVs, quads, dirt bikes and 4x4s. Premium adds open and closed trail highlighting, Featured Trails with descriptions and photos, and unlimited offline maps for $34.99 per year, while Elite at $99.99 per year adds property boundaries and landowner names. Turn-by-turn voice directions run from pavement to trail and sync with Apple CarPlay, and cell coverage layers show where AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile reach. The catch is that the free version leaves out trails entirely, so it is a paid app for trail riding. It holds 4.8 stars from 30K ratings on the US App Store. We compared documented features and published prices; we did not ride the trails.

    What it does well

    • +The largest motorized trail database documented by any app here
    • +Private and public land boundaries help riders avoid trespassing
    • +Cell coverage layers for AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile

    Where it falls short

    • −The free version does not include off-road trails or trail descriptions
    • −Free users can save only one offline map
    • −The largest download on this list at 792.7 MB
    App Store rating
    4.8 from 30K ratings
    Google Play downloads
    1M+
    Premium
    $34.99 per year
    Free trial
    7 days of Elite features
    App size
    792.7 MB

    Visit onxmaps.com|Read the full onX Offroad profile

  2. No. 2

    BRP GO

    BRP's free powersports map app with thousands of side-by-side and ATV trails, offline downloads, turn-by-turn directions and group rides.

    8.6of 10

    Best for Riders who want free ATV and side-by-side trail maps, especially Can-Am owners with a compatible vehicle display.

    Capabilities
    8.0
    Ease of setup
    8.5
    Value
    9.4

    Price

    Free, trail maps included; optional Navionics nautical charts from $19.99

    Quoted from the BRP GO pricing page on November 10, 2026: GPS for all powersports Only for iPhone Free

    BRP GO is the strongest free option for ATV and side-by-side trails. BRP's listing says the app gives access to thousands of snowmobile and off-road vehicle trails, explicitly naming SxS and ATV, and that clubs, federations and other official sources supply the trail data. Riders can plan itineraries, follow turn-by-turn directions, download map areas for use without a cellular network, record a breadcrumb trail, and see friends' locations in real time during a group ride. Can-Am owners get directions on the 7.8 or 10.25 inch display of some models, and the app also manages Vibe communication systems. The only paid items listed on the US App Store are Navionics nautical charts, from $19.99 for the United States and Canada, which matter to Sea-Doo riders rather than trail riders. The trade-offs are a 4.2 rating from 3.2K ratings and trail coverage that depends on which clubs take part. We compared documented features and published prices.

    What it does well

    • +Trail maps are free, with paid add-ons only for nautical charts
    • +Trail data comes from clubs, federations and other official sources
    • +Covers ATV, side-by-side, snowmobile and personal watercraft use

    Where it falls short

    • −Lower App Store rating than most apps here, at 4.2
    • −Trail coverage depends on which clubs and federations share data
    • −No land ownership or cell coverage layers listed
    App Store rating
    4.2 from 3.2K ratings
    Google Play downloads
    100K+
    Age rating
    4+
    App size
    341.9 MB
    Paid add-on
    Navionics charts from $19.99

    Visit brp.com|Read the full BRP GO profile

  3. No. 3

    Trails Offroad

    An off-road trail guide app with thousands of scouted guides, offline maps, GPS tracking and public land overlays.

    8.5of 10

    Best for Riders who want detailed, scouted trail guides with difficulty ratings and obstacle notes before they unload the trailer.

    Capabilities
    8.3
    Ease of setup
    8.6
    Value
    8.5

    Price

    Free plan with 200 trail guides; All-Access $39.99 per year

    Quoted from the Trails Offroad pricing page on November 10, 2026: All-Access Membership (1yr) $39.99

    Trails Offroad wins on trail detail. Its listing says the app covers Jeep, Bronco, 4x4, ATV and overlanding rigs, with thousands of trail guides that include ratings, route difficulty, points of interest and camping notes written by experienced scouts. The free plan gives 200 curated guides with basic GPS tools, and the All-Access membership at $39.99 per year opens 3,000+ guides, 2,000+ bonus Scout Routes, advanced GPS tools and offline maps. The website adds printable trail guides and downloadable GPX files, which helps if you also carry a dedicated GPS unit. Public land overlays support dispersed camping, and shared lists make group planning easier. For ATV and UTV riders the limitation is focus: the guides lean toward full-size 4x4 trails, so check that a guide suits a narrow-width vehicle. It rates 4.7 from 1.2K ratings on the US App Store. We compared documented features and published prices.

    What it does well

    • +Free plan includes 200 curated trail guides
    • +Guides are written by experienced scouts rather than only user uploads
    • +All-Access is among the cheaper paid tiers here at $39.99 per year

    Where it falls short

    • −Aimed mostly at 4x4, Jeep and overland rigs, with ATVs one of several vehicles
    • −Smaller rating base, at 1.2K ratings
    • −No turn-by-turn road directions or CarPlay listed
    App Store rating
    4.7 from 1.2K ratings
    Google Play downloads
    100K+
    All-Access
    $39.99 per year
    Free plan
    200 curated trail guides
    App size
    162.1 MB

    Visit trailsoffroad.com|Read the full Trails Offroad profile

  4. No. 4

    Gaia GPS

    A backcountry topo map app with an Off-Road adventure mode, offline maps, route planning and Apple CarPlay support.

    8.3of 10

    Best for Riders who also hike, camp or hunt and want one map app with many layers and offline topo maps.

    Capabilities
    8.9
    Ease of setup
    8.1
    Value
    7.8

    Price

    Free to record, track and use maps; Gaia GPS Premium $59.90 on the US App Store

    Quoted from the Gaia GPS pricing page on November 10, 2026: Gaia GPS Premium $59.90

    Gaia GPS is the best map toolbox for riders who do more than ride. Its 2026 Adventure Modes let you tap Off-Road to bring up road conditions, coverage maps and overlays, and the listing describes offline maps that track your location far from cell service, a route planner for 4x4 and overlanding trips, and maps, routes and waypoints on Apple CarPlay. Gaia GPS Premium is listed at $59.90 on the US App Store, and the Premium with Outside+ bundle, listed at $89.90, adds 300+ maps including Private Lands and weather forecasts, plus access to the Trailforks app. Gaia shows 4.8 stars from 32K ratings and 1M+ downloads on Google Play. For ATV and UTV riders the gap is trail data: Gaia does not document vehicle-type trail filters or open and closed status the way onX does, so you build or import routes yourself. You also need an Outside account. We compared documented features and published prices.

    What it does well

    • +The deepest map layer library outside CalTopo
    • +One app for riding, hiking, camping and snow
    • +Premium with Outside+ includes access to the Trailforks app

    Where it falls short

    • −Not built around ATV or side-by-side trail filters
    • −Premium costs more than onX Premium or Trails Offroad
    • −Requires an Outside account to sign in
    App Store rating
    4.8 from 32K ratings
    Google Play downloads
    1M+
    Age rating
    13+
    App size
    143.9 MB
    Premium
    $59.90 on the US App Store

    Visit gaiagps.com|Read the full Gaia GPS profile

  5. No. 5

    Polaris (RIDE COMMAND)

    Polaris's free owner and ride app, powered by RIDE COMMAND, with snap-to-trail route planning, on and offline maps and Group Ride.

    8.3of 10

    Best for Polaris off-road vehicle owners who want trail planning that syncs with the vehicle's RIDE COMMAND display.

    Capabilities
    7.6
    Ease of setup
    8.4
    Value
    9.0

    Price

    Free; no in-app purchases listed on the US App Store

    Quoted from the Polaris (RIDE COMMAND) pricing page on November 10, 2026: Powered by RIDE COMMAND. Free

    The Polaris app, powered by RIDE COMMAND, is the obvious first install for Polaris owners. Polaris lists ride planning with snap-to-trail routing and on and offline maps, Group Ride with waypoints and tracking during the ride, and a 3D flyover to replay and share a tracked ride. The same app holds your vehicle's service history and maintenance reminders and books RideReady service, and it connects to in-vehicle displays powered by RIDE COMMAND, with RIDE COMMAND+ as an upgrade for remote vehicle connectivity. It is free with no in-app purchases listed on the US App Store and rates 4.5 from 2.9K ratings. Polaris notes that Group Ride needs cellular coverage and shows the last known location when the signal drops. Some recent reviews mention problems saving offline map regions, so test downloads before a trip. We compared documented features and published prices.

    What it does well

    • +Free with no in-app purchases listed
    • +Connects to in-vehicle displays powered by RIDE COMMAND
    • +Combines trail planning with service records for the vehicle

    Where it falls short

    • −Most useful for Polaris owners
    • −Group Ride needs cellular service to show live positions
    • −Some recent App Store reviews report trouble downloading offline regions
    App Store rating
    4.5 from 2.9K ratings
    Age rating
    13+
    Requires
    iOS 17.0 or later
    App size
    184.8 MB
    Price
    Free

    Visit polaris.com|Read the full Polaris (RIDE COMMAND) profile

  6. No. 6

    CalTopo

    A backcountry mapping platform used by search and rescue teams, with Forest Service maps, public lands, parcel data and offline layers.

    8.0of 10

    Best for Riders who plan routes on a computer and want detailed land, terrain and fire layers synced to the phone.

    Capabilities
    8.5
    Ease of setup
    7.2
    Value
    8.0

    Price

    Free app; see vendor pricing (USD check pending)

    No US price was listed when we checked. See the CalTopo pricing page.

    CalTopo is a planning tool first. Its listing says mountain guides, avalanche educators and search and rescue teams use it, and the layer list is long: Forest Service maps, scanned topos, public lands, parcel data, NAIP and weekly satellite imagery, and fire history and activity. For off-road riders, Forest Service maps and public lands help confirm which roads are open to motor vehicles, and parcel data shows private land. You can download maps and layers for offline use, track your GPS position with no signal, and share maps with live tracking so a group can follow a long ride. Changes sync between the web and the phone. The trade-offs are a steeper learning curve and no ATV or UTV trail database, so you plan routes yourself. CalTopo rates 4.8 from 7.6K ratings on the US App Store; individual plan prices are pending a USD check. We compared documented features and published prices.

    What it does well

    • +Edits sync across the web and mobile apps
    • +Trusted by search and rescue teams and mountain guides
    • +Satellite-ready app keeps many features working offline

    Where it falls short

    • −No dedicated ATV or side-by-side trail database
    • −Built for planners, so it takes longer to learn
    • −Individual plan prices could not be confirmed in USD here
    App Store rating
    4.8 from 7.6K ratings
    Google Play downloads
    100K+
    Age rating
    4+
    App size
    173.1 MB
    Teams pricing
    From $500 per year for up to 10 users

    Visit caltopo.com|Read the full CalTopo profile

  7. No. 7

    Avenza Maps

    An offline map app that loads PDF, GeoPDF and GeoTIFF maps from publishers such as the US Forest Service, BLM and National Park Service.

    7.9of 10

    Best for Riders who use official agency maps, such as Forest Service PDFs, and want to see their GPS position on them offline.

    Capabilities
    7.8
    Ease of setup
    7.8
    Value
    8.2

    Price

    Free for recreational use; Plus $34.99 per year per device

    Quoted from the Avenza Maps pricing page on November 10, 2026: Plus $34.99/year USD per device

    Avenza Maps earns its place for one job: putting your live position on official maps. The app's Map Store carries content from the US Forest Service, BLM, USGS, NOAA and National Geographic, and you can import your own PDF, GeoPDF and GeoTIFF files. Once a map is on the phone, Avenza shows your real-time GPS position and direction offline, records tracks, and lets you drop placemarks and photos. That makes it a practical way to carry agency maps that show where motor vehicles are allowed and see exactly where you are on them. The free tier covers recreational use, and Plus at $34.99 per year per device raises custom imports to 20 and adds a satellite basemap. Avenza does not search trails or give turn-by-turn directions, and some publisher maps cost extra. It holds 4.8 stars from 129K ratings. We compared documented features and published prices.

    What it does well

    • +Shows your location on official agency maps riders already use
    • +Free for recreational use
    • +Largest rating base here, at 129K ratings

    Where it falls short

    • −No trail search, routing or turn-by-turn directions
    • −Some maps in the Map Store cost extra
    • −Plus is needed for more than a few custom map imports
    App Store rating
    4.8 from 129K ratings
    Google Play downloads
    5M+
    Plus
    $34.99 per year per device
    Plus imports
    Up to 20 custom maps
    App size
    360.8 MB

    Visit avenza.com|Read the full Avenza Maps profile

  8. No. 8

    OsmAnd

    An open-source offline map and navigation app built on OpenStreetMap, with contour lines, hillshading and GPX tracks.

    7.7of 10

    Best for Budget-minded riders who want offline OpenStreetMap maps and GPX track following without a yearly trail subscription.

    Capabilities
    7.6
    Ease of setup
    7.0
    Value
    8.6

    Price

    Free with 5 map downloads; OsmAnd Maps+ $14.99 per year

    Quoted from the OsmAnd pricing page on November 10, 2026: OsmAnd Maps+ Annual $14.99

    OsmAnd is the low-cost option for riders who already have GPX tracks or trust OpenStreetMap data. The app downloads complete maps by country or region and gives turn-by-turn voice guidance without an internet connection. It can display, record, import and follow GPX tracks, so a track from a club or a trail guide site loads straight in, and contour lines and hillshading help read terrain. Because it uses OpenStreetMap, the dirt roads and tracks local mappers have added appear on the map, but OsmAnd does not publish a curated ATV or UTV trail layer or open and closed status. The free version allows 5 map downloads, and OsmAnd Maps+ costs $14.99 per year on the US App Store, the cheapest paid tier on this list. It rates 4.6 from 5.7K ratings and shows 10M+ downloads on Google Play. We compared documented features and published prices.

    What it does well

    • +Cheapest paid upgrade here at $14.99 per year
    • +Worldwide OpenStreetMap coverage
    • +Open source and privacy friendly

    Where it falls short

    • −No curated ATV or side-by-side trail guides
    • −Free version is limited to 5 map downloads
    • −Dense settings take time to learn
    App Store rating
    4.6 from 5.7K ratings
    Google Play downloads
    10M+
    Maps+
    $14.99 per year
    Free map downloads
    5
    App size
    297.2 MB

    Visit osmand.net|Read the full OsmAnd profile

Before you pick a product or a plan

Check whether the free version includes trails

Free tiers vary a lot. BRP GO includes SxS and ATV trails at no cost, Trails Offroad gives 200 curated guides free, and the Polaris app is free with no in-app purchases listed. onX Offroad's free version includes base maps and tracking but leaves out off-road trails and trail descriptions until you buy Premium at $34.99 a year.

Look for open and closed status by vehicle type

Riding a closed trail or a route not open to your vehicle width can bring a fine. onX Offroad documents open and closed trail highlighting and filters for side-by-side, ATV and quad use. For other apps, carry the land manager's map; Avenza Maps can show your GPS position on Forest Service and BLM maps from its Map Store.

Download offline maps before you leave

Most riding areas have weak or no signal. onX Offroad, BRP GO, Trails Offroad, Gaia GPS, CalTopo, Avenza and OsmAnd all document offline maps. Free tiers can be limited: onX Free saves one offline map and OsmAnd Free allows 5 map downloads. Some Polaris app reviews mention trouble saving offline regions, so test before the trip.

Match the app to your machine

Polaris owners get snap-to-trail planning that connects to RIDE COMMAND displays, and BRP GO shows directions on the 7.8 or 10.25 inch display of some Can-Am models. onX Offroad and Gaia GPS document Apple CarPlay. Riders of other brands, or mixed groups, are better served by a brand-neutral app such as onX Offroad or Trails Offroad.

Plan for group rides and safety

onX Offroad offers live, session-based location sharing and an onX SOS rescue add-on for $49.99 a year. BRP GO and the Polaris app both have group ride features that show riders on the map, though Polaris notes Group Ride needs cellular coverage. CalTopo lets a group share one map with live tracking.

Questions readers ask

What is the best free ATV trail map app?
BRP GO is the best free ATV trail map app on our list because it includes thousands of SxS and ATV trails, offline map downloads and turn-by-turn directions with no subscription. Trails Offroad's free plan adds 200 curated trail guides, and Polaris owners can use the free Polaris app with RIDE COMMAND.
What is the best map app for UTV trail riding?
onX Offroad ranks first for UTV riding because it filters 650,000+ miles of trails for side-by-sides and shows open and closed status, offline maps and CarPlay directions. Premium costs $34.99 a year, and a 7-day trial includes Elite features.
What is the best UTV trail map app for Polaris or Can-Am owners?
Polaris owners should start with the free Polaris app, powered by RIDE COMMAND, which offers snap-to-trail routing and connects to RIDE COMMAND displays. Can-Am owners should use BRP GO, which shows directions on the 7.8 or 10.25 inch display of some models and is free.
What is the best free offroad map app?
For free trail data, BRP GO and the Polaris app lead, and Trails Offroad gives 200 free trail guides. For free offline topo maps and tracking, Gaia GPS lets you record and track for free, and OsmAnd offers 5 free offline map downloads based on OpenStreetMap.
What is the best ATV trail map app?
onX Offroad is the best ATV trail map app overall in our ranking, with trail filters for ATV and quad riders, land ownership layers on Elite and offline maps. BRP GO is second as the best free option, and Trails Offroad is third for scouted trail guides at $39.99 a year.
Do ATV trail map apps work without cell service?
Yes, if you download maps first. onX Offroad, BRP GO, Trails Offroad, Gaia GPS, CalTopo, Avenza Maps and OsmAnd all document offline maps with GPS tracking. Group location sharing usually needs a signal, and Polaris notes its Group Ride shows the last known location when service drops.

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