iHikeGPS NZ : LINZ Topo Maps 9.6.1

iHikeGPS NZ offers a comprehensive navigation solution for iOS devices, transforming your iPhone or iPad into a high-precision GPS receiver equipped with official LINZ New Zealand topo maps. These detailed maps provide valuable backcountry information essential for safe and informed outdoor activities.

Upcoming in remote regions lacking cellular coverage, iHikeGPS NZ maintains reliable tracking of your position, travel history, and planned route. It excels as a robust hiking companion, providing precise track recording, route navigation, and estimations of arrival times.

Available at a fixed price, the application includes all features without requiring sign-ups, advertisements, subscriptions, or in-app purchases. Privacy is fully respected with no data collection practices.

The app supports a variety of activities including walking, hiking, trekking, tramping, running, biking, backpacking, canoeing, kayaking, geocaching, camping, sightseeing, four-wheeling, skiing, and hunting.

Tracks, Waypoints & Routes

• Record Tracks in real-time or in the background with visualization options such as Trip Timer and Odometer.
• Analyze elevation profiles and view related data like date, time, average speed, percentage grade, and enclosed area.
• Mark Waypoints using topographical or satellite maps with precise placement based on place names, addresses, geotagged photos, or projection from known points.
• Obtain elevation data from a Digital Elevation Model database for any location.
• Set quick GoTo Waypoints or design comprehensive Routes with heading, distance, elevation change, and Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA). The app alerts users upon route deviation.
• Create custom routes from Waypoints, recorded Tracks, or imported GPX/KML/TCX files with advanced editing capabilities.
• Share Waypoints and Tracks via AirDrop, Email, Messages, or iCloud Drive.
• Access sun & moon position data along with rise & set times for selected dates and locations.
• Transfer data seamlessly to other applications such as Google Earth.

Topo Maps at No Additional Cost

• Includes up-to-date official Land Information New Zealand (LINZ) 50K and 250K scale topo maps covering NZ and offshore islands.
• Free bonus: Geoscience Australia 250K scale maps (excluding smaller-scale Australian maps).
• Download maps via WiFi or cellular networks; optimized for faster downloads and lower storage consumption. Users can store selected maps offline for use in remote areas.
• The maps are rendered at high resolution for seamless coverage across boundaries and include detailed legends.
• Print and share map overlays featuring waypoints and routes. Measure distances and directions between points directly within the app.

User Preferences & Units

• Select preferred units: kilometers/miles/nautical miles; meters/feet; degrees/minutes/seconds; UTM or NZTM2000 grids; true north or magnetic north bearings.

Support & Resources

• Comprehensive in-app help documentation
• Online manual available at iHikeGPS.com/nz
• Contact the developer via email at [email protected] for assistance

User Feedback

• "This app was a lifesaver! While lost in the Kaimai Ranges, GPS accurately determined my position and quickly downloaded relevant maps. It enabled me to identify my location on the map—truly life-saving." - Jk9624 on the UK App Store
• "Having used iHikeGPS for years while tramping across NZ, I find it to be the best offline navigation app available." - Paul, renowned documentary filmmaker from Wanaka

Device Requirements

• Compatible with any iOS device; full navigation features available on iPhones and Cellular iPads
• WiFi-only iPads and iPod touches require an external GPS receiver to record tracks and display location data
• No cellular plan needed for offline map access; prepared users can explore remote environments confidently with pre-downloaded mapping data

Many outdoor enthusiasts rely on iHikeGPS NZ to support their adventures through precise navigation tools and detailed topographic maps designed for diverse activities worldwide.