CalTopo
CalTopo LLC Maps & Navigation
Backcountry mapping evolved
- Rating
- 4.8
- 7K ratings
- Downloads
- 336K+
- on Google Play
- Price
- Free
- No in-app purchases
- Updated
- Sep 25
- 2026 · v1.30.1
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About CalTopo
The best backcountry mapping tool on the web is now available on Android.
The CalTopo app integrates with your existing caltopo.com account, and edits sync between the two in seconds. Plan your trip using CalTopo's best-in-class mapping tools and then seamlessly transition to your phone. Once in the field, sync your GPS track back to caltopo.com in real time, or drop markers and instantly share them with friends.
Access CalTopo layers not available elsewhere, including the MapBuilder series, land management, sun exposure, fire activity and custom terrain shading. Pre-packaged map files (subscription required) make for speedy offline downloads and simplified data management. An elevation data layer supports measuring profiles and point elevations, even when offline.
NOAA weather forecast visualizations and MODIS satellite imagery aid in-field decision making. Coming soon: SNOTEL, weather stations, streamflows and forecast grid data points.
Cloud Sync
The CalTopo app integrates with your existing caltopo.com account, and edits sync between the two in seconds. Plan your trip using CalTopo's best-in-class mapping tools and then seamlessly transition to your phone. Once in the field, sync your GPS track back to caltopo.com in real time, or drop markers and instantly share them with friends.
Amazing Maps
Access CalTopo layers not available elsewhere, including the MapBuilder series, land management, sun exposure, fire activity and custom terrain shading. Pre-packaged map files (subscription required) make for speedy offline downloads and simplified data management. An elevation data layer supports measuring profiles and point elevations, even when offline.
Real-Time Data
NOAA weather forecast visualizations and MODIS satellite imagery aid in-field decision making. Coming soon: SNOTEL, weather stations, streamflows and forecast grid data points.
What’s new
Version 1.30.1 · Updated September 25, 2026
NEW LiDAR Coverage Overlay
User reviews
THIS IS A MUST FOR ANYTHING FIRE & RESCUE, SAR OR LAW ENFORCEMENT AND OTHER JOBS DEALING IN LAND MANAGEMENT, WILDFIRE, FLOODING OR NATURAL DISASTER PLANNING ALL IN REAL TIME. THIS APPLICATION USES SATAILITE DOWNLOAD & UPLOAD STREAMING NON-STOP. I USED THIS AS A TESTING APPLICATION ON 2018( CAMP FIRE ) & 2020 (NORTH ...
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| App | Rating | Price | Installs | Last updated | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CalTopo | 4.8 / 5 | Free | 100,000+ | Sep 25, 2026 | |
| Topo Maps | 3.5 / 5 | Free | 5,000+ | May 26, 2020 | Compare |
| Natural Atlas: Trail Map & GPS | 4.2 / 5 | Free | 10,000+ | Aug 18, 2023 | Compare |
| BackCountry Navigator XE: Topo | 4.0 / 5 | Free | 100,000+ | Sep 24, 2026 | Compare |
| Mapillary | 3.0 / 5 | Free | 100,000+ | Sep 1, 2026 | Compare |
| National Park Trail Guide | 4.4 / 5 | Free | 500,000+ | Oct 1, 2026 | Compare |
| Colorado Trail Explorer | 4.3 / 5 | Free | 100,000+ | – | Compare |
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