Hope is not a strategy. Fish The Right Water.
onWater is the fishing map built for anglers who plan: find legal water, get real-time conditions, and learn from every trip. Made for fly and conventional anglers, with rivers, lakes, and streams covered nationwide.
onWater Pro puts everything in one place and shows you where on the water to go:
- HD Depth Charts by Garmin (Navionics): high resolution depth contours that show where the water drops off and where it shallows out
- Wind Animations: watch wind speed and direction move across your water
- Journal Insights: see which conditions and weather windows line up with your best days
- Saltwater Map Layers: ocean currents, ocean water temps, weather buoys, seagrass beds, and oyster beds
- Member Benefits: exclusive brand discounts available only to onWater Pro members
onWater+ helps you plan the day and know when it's worth going:
- My Waters: track streamflow, water temperature, and forecasts for your saved rivers in one dashboard. Set ideal ranges and see at a glance which water is in shape.
- 10-Day Weather Forecasts & Visuals: location-specific forecasts with visual weather layers on the map
- Angler Intelligence Chat: ask where to go and what to expect, answered with real map, weather, and water condition data
- Angler Intelligence Measure and Angler Intelligence ID: length, estimated weight, and species from a single photo
- Fish Species Map Filters: narrow the map to waters where your target fish is known to exist
- Private Land Parcels: property boundaries and ownership info so you stay legal on unfamiliar water
- Algal Blooms Map Layer: check for blooms that can be dangerous to people and pets before you go
- Cell Coverage Map Layer and Downloadable Offline Maps: know where service drops, and take your maps off-grid
- Waterbody Descriptions, 3D Map View, Saved Routes, Tide Charts for select locations, and more
And every angler gets onWater Free:
- See Public Land Parcels on the map and find legal fishing access, free. No paywall.
- Find Fishing Access Points and Boat Ramps, including walk-in spots, so you know exactly where to get on the water
- Check Real-Time Streamflow Gages for current flow, trends, and forecasts where available
- Open Live USGS Webcams and see actual water conditions before the drive
- Read Waterbody-Specific Fishing Regulations for the water in front of you
- Log catches, photos, and notes in your Fishing Journal and build a record of what works
- Plus the River Measuring Tool, live weather, driving directions, and local fly and tackle shops
Free finds legal water. Plus tells you which water and when. Pro shows you the water itself: depth, structure, and conditions in one place.
Better information. Better decisions. Better fishing.
onWater+ and onWater Pro are auto-renewing subscriptions. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings.
I recently used the offline map tool when floating the South Fork of the Boise River. Because I was unfamiliar with the river and the float, access points, river distances to campsites, whitewater hazards, and other points of interest to the angler, the offline map was invaluable to me in planning snd executing the 2 day overnight float.Although near the growing city of Boise, ID, the South Fork runs through a remote and deep river canyon setting without reliable cell phone service, so I downloaded the fully curated off-line map and was able to track my float without a glitch! This helped immensely in understanding where I was in relation to my planned campsite for the night, putting me at ease in the late afternoon by knowing exactly where I would be camping and not needing to push through good evening water to ensure I found my camp while there was still daylight. Also, I was able to see exactly where whitewater hazards were located, enabling me to make better decisions, for example, choosing to set camp rather than trying to run a relatively simple but technical rapid in the fading light of the day. I have always used digital resources when planning a river trip, but the research aspect of this process is tedious, requiring a search of several resources to get the whole big picture. With onWater’s app everything is right there in one location making trip planning and the overall experience so simple and incredibly informative with its hand-curated and detailed information. Thanks, onwater!
Awesome app, just could use some extra features
FisherMatt03
I tried the trial, and after it ran out I realized I had to get the plus subscription. It’s awesome being able to look at how streams and rivers connect and what species are known to be there, as well as being able to know who’s property I’m trespassing on. The AI fish scanner for the journal is awesome, and I love just being able to upload a picture of my fish and everything about it is pretty much instantly logged. As much as I love this app, I will say that it does have a few misses. For one, many of the AI descriptions for waterbodies is generally correct, but often veers off course from the actual nature of the waters. I wish there was a way to suggest edits to the descriptions. Another thing is that not every body of water is mapped. In my small town there are many streams and ponds that I know contain fish that simply aren’t accounted for on the map and thus I can never log my catches accurately. Being able to suggest missed geographical features such as waterbodies, bridges, and waterfalls should be an added feature. Despite my lengthy gripes, I honestly love this app and I hope to see it develop into a thriving community of anglers. Rock on onWater dev team, I love what you’ve done so far and can’t wait to see what you accomplish in the future.
Developer Response
Hey thanks so much for this feedback! We will take this into consideration and if there is anything else we can do to get that 5th star, please let us know at support@onwaterapp.com
Great Fishing Resource
Erin M. Corsi
I was initially hesitant about using a fishing app but I’m happy this one exists. The free version is useful: having a curated view of every access point, boat ramp, fly shop, etc directly on my phone means I can plan trips faster. The My Waters dashboard they added recently has also been a game changer — I use it to keep a pulse on all of the live water conditions for my favorite rivers instead of individually checking them on the USGS site, and I have it set up so I get alerts when stream flows are in my ideal ranges. Their team is also really responsive to feedback about the in-app experience. There are a few things like the river measuring tool that are useful but more manual than I expected and it sounds like those are things they’re actively working on solving for. I’m stoked to see what this app will look like in a year’s time.
Developer Response
Our team really appreciates your review! We love that anglers like you are getting more out of their time on the water and share our vision for what's to come.
A must-have tool for every angler
RCNYC3
As an avid angler, I've tried numerous fishing apps, but onWater Fish Maps & Forecast stands out as a game-changer. Its intuitive interface and comprehensive features make trip planning and on-the-water navigation seamless.Key Features I Appreciate:Extensive Access Point Database: With over 100,000 fishing access spots, boat ramps, and fly shops, I can effortlessly discover new fishing locations.Detailed Property Boundaries: The clear demarcation of public and private lands ensures I fish responsibly without the worry of trespassing.Offline Maps: The ability to download maps is invaluable, especially when venturing into areas with limited or no cell service.Real-Time Conditions: Access to current weather forecasts and streamflow data helps me decide the best times to fish.The app's design is user-friendly, making navigation and feature access straightforward. Its blend of detailed information, real-time data, and user-centric design makes it a top choice for anyone passionate about fishing.
Developer Response
Thanks so much for your review!
Bug fixes and improvements
Version 3.3.4
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Seller
onwater llc
Size
206.3 MB
Category
Navigation
Compatibility
Requires iOS 15.1 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 15.1 or later.
iPad Requires iPadOS 15.1 or later.
iPod touch Requires iOS 15.1 or later.
Mac Requires macOS 12.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
Apple Vision Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
Location
This app may use your location even when it isn’t open, which can decrease device battery life.
