Topo Maps for PC

★ ★ ★ Topo Maps Overview

What is Topo Maps?

The Topo Maps app allows users to view over 70,000 Natural Resources Canada 1:50,000 and USGS 1:24,000 topographical maps on their iPhone or iPod touch. It is ideal for hiking and other backcountry activities. The app includes maps for Canada, the contiguous US, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Users can locate the maps they need on the satellite view and search for over a million towns, peaks, lakes, parks, and other features. The app also allows users to mark waypoints, import and export waypoint files in GPX, KML, and CSV formats, and measure distances and bearings.

Software Features and Description

1. The Maps: This app uses high-quality scans of the traditional USGS and NRCan topographic maps which have been the definitive resource for hikers and other backcountry users for many years.

2. * View over 70,000 Natural Resources Canada 1:50,000 and USGS 1:24,000 topographical maps on your iPhone or iPod touch.

3. In the U.S., this app does not use the new "US Topo" maps because they do not show hiking trails and lack other details: please see the web site for more details.

4. We have many ideas for additional features to add to future versions of this app; if you have ideas or other questions or comments, contact details can be found on the website, The website also has more screenshots and other information.

5. * Includes Canada (at 1:50,000), the contiguous US (at 1:24,000), Alaska (at 1:24,000 and 1:63,360), Hawaii, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

6. Downloading: US maps are around 8 MB in size and download in a few seconds on a typical home broadband connection.

7. * Search by name for over a million towns, peaks, lakes, parks and other features.

8. * No network connection is needed once the maps have been installed.

9. * Locate the maps you need on the satellite view.

10. - iPad owners, please see the app "Topo Maps for iPad".

11. * Ideal for hiking and other backcountry activities.

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Download and install Topo Maps on your computer

GET Compatible PC App

App	Download	Rating	Maker
Topo Maps	Get App ↲	124 4.31	Mappendix Limited

Or follow the guide below to use on PC:

Select Windows version:

Windows 10
Windows 11

Install Topo Maps app on your Windows in 4 steps below:

Download an Android emulator for PC:
Get either Bluestacks or the Nox App >> . We recommend Bluestacks because you can easily find solutions online if you run into problems while using it. Download Bluestacks PC software Here >> .

Install the emulator:
On your computer, goto the Downloads folder » click to install Bluestacks.exe or Nox.exe » Accept the License Agreements » Follow the on-screen prompts to complete installation.

Using Topo Maps on PC [Windows 10/ 11]:

Open the Emulator app you installed » goto its search bar and search "Topo Maps"
The search will reveal the Topo Maps app icon. Open, then click "Install".
Once Topo Maps is downloaded inside the emulator, locate/click the "All apps" icon to access a page containing all your installed applications including Topo Maps.
Now enjoy Topo Maps on PC.

Download a Compatible APK for PC

Download	Developer	Rating	Current version
Get APK for PC →	Mappendix Limited	4.31	1.19

Get Topo Maps on Apple macOS

Download	Developer	Reviews	Rating
Get $7.99 on Mac	Mappendix Limited	124	4.31

Download on Android: Download Android

Topo Maps functions

- View over 70,000 Natural Resources Canada 1:50,000 and USGS 1:24,000 topographical maps

- Ideal for hiking and other backcountry activities

- Map downloads are free

- Includes maps for Canada, the contiguous US, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands

- Locate maps on the satellite view

- Search for over a million towns, peaks, lakes, parks, and other features

- No network connection needed once maps are installed

- Mark waypoints

- Import and export waypoint files in GPX, KML, and CSV formats

- See coordinates in NAD27 or WGS84 degrees, degrees minutes and seconds, UTM, or MGRS formats

- Measure distances and bearings

- Use hill shading to make terrain stand out

- Download maps using cellular data or WiFi

- Visit the website for complete instructions and additional features

✔ Pros:

- Excellent map resolution and stitching

- Maps are stored on the phone, making it usable even without data range

- Ability to drop waypoint pins at current or other locations

- Ability to link maps together and zoom in for detail

- Low power consumption

☹ Cons:

- Does not show your track like some other GPS devices

- Maps are dated and may not be up to date on roads or other features

Top Pcmac Reviews

This is the topo app for backcountry

By Alaric45 (Pcmac user)

I love this app. The map resolution and stitching are excellent. The maps are stored on your phone, so it works way out of data range. Each map is about the size of a standard photo, so you can download hundreds if you want. You see your position on the quad map, and you can drop waypoint pins at your current location or at other points without going there first. The only thing it doesn't do that my old Garmin does, is show your track. The compass link function lets you aim the whole map at a distant object to identify it. You can also switch the map to Google aerial photo of the same area, if you are in data range. I like the old '83 the app quad maps. You see old trails that aren't on newer maps. You wouldn't use this app for driving around town, because a lot of newer roads will be missing, but rarely a problem out in the woods. This app has almost completely replaced my old GPS. The tutorial is nice and clear.
My favorite app all time

By Far out man (Pcmac user)

I have owned this app since its launch and can honestly say it is my favorite app period. I am an avid backpacker and hiker and this app has allowed me to find some of the most amazing places in the wild. Maps must be downloaded while you an internet connection, but the gps usually works while out of service so you can locate your position on the the app. I love the ability to link maps together and zoom way in for detail. The map quality is identical to paper topos. I used this app while hiking the John Muir trail and it was great for checking my location and finding off trail lakes and campsites. The search feature works really well so you can find the map you need quickly, download and head out for your adventure. Can't believe this app isn't more popular as it is awesome.
The reason I bought a $700 iPad

By PresidentGod (Pcmac user)

This is the best app ever made. The cellular enabled iPad mini becomes the ultimate gps enabled, location finding map - even without a cell plan. I use this app to plan backcountry trips, save locations, and save usgs maps for later use for recreation. I also use it extensively to assist my platoon leader with route planning and map recons prior to going on training missions in the Army. This app is what justifies having a GPS enabled iPad for me. Intuitive and easy to use with tons of features and low power consumption. Location finding function can be turned on or off any time within the app to save battery. Adjoining sheets line up as well as when using paper maps and MGRS is supported as well as several other formats. LOVE THIS APP!
Best app for US topos

By Cjones-CU (Pcmac user)

I live with topographic maps in the field both for work and recreation and after many years, I still find this the best app for accessing this app out there. The interface is clean, downloading maps is quick and fairly straightforward, I can upload text files of waypoints, I can mosaic maps. This app does not chew up battery as some do. The only downside is tied directly to the maps themselves, which are dated as USGS has bailed on true updates, instead turning out substandard GIS-based maps that, while more up to date on roads, are otherwise lacking. So long as the user knows the limits of these maps, there is no problem.