Trail Scout GPS
Trail Locator
Free
Trail Scout GPS helps hikers and outdoor enthusiasts find their way back to the trail. Load a GPX or KML file and the app continuously shows your straight-line distance and bearing to the nearest point on the trail.
Trail Tab
See your trail on a map with your current location and the closest trail point marked. Coordinates update in real time as you move.
Scout Tab
A large directional arrow points you toward the trail. When the arrow turns green, you're pointed the right way. Distance updates continuously so you always know how far you are.
Apple Watch
Glance at your wrist for distance and bearing without reaching for your phone.
Supports GPX and KML files. Distance is in miles or kilometers.
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The developer, Victor Heidman, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Not Collected
The developer does not collect any data from this app.
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Information
- Seller
- Victor Heidman
- Size
- 4.7 MB
- Category
- Utilities
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 26.0 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 26.0 or later. - Apple Watch
Requires watchOS 26.0 or later.
- iPhone
- Location
- This app may use your location even when it isn’t open, which can decrease device battery life.
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- Copyright
- © 2026 Trail Scout GPS