BackCountry Navigator XE is emerging as the next generation of BackCountry Navigator, and was featured as a top KickStarter project in September 2017.

BackCountry Navigator PRO has helped countless outdoor adventurers like you to find their way through the wilderness.

Despite its success, I know there’s room for improvement, so I’ve been refining and beta testing a brand-new app that’s better than ever.

BackCountry Navigator XE is my vision for the future of mobile outdoor navigation software and the help and feedback from users

Designed for today’s tech-smart outdoor adventurers, BackCountry Navigator XE will turn your ordinary smartphone into a full-featured outdoors GPS navigation device.

We plan on making BackCountry Navigator XE the world’s best mobile outdoor GPS app, and here are just a few of the exciting features we’ve got in store for you:

Cross-Platform

The original BackCountry Navigator PRO has only been available on Android (with 4,352 5-star reviews and 6 years at #1 in its category), so I'm really excited to be bringing BackCountry Navigator XE to Android, iOS and the web.

MORE MAPS = MORE ADVENTURES

A huge selection of maps for exploring the wilderness are at your fingertips with BackCountry Navigator. We make it easy for you to download and use topo maps, marine charts, aerial photography and more. Not only that, backers will be first in line to suggest map services from governments or organizations willing to work with us.

OVERLAYS APLENTY

We’re enabling the use of more overlay options than ever before, both free and affordable. These will include BLM Boundary maps, property maps, lake map contours, trail maps, specialty data and more. Whatever your adventure, we've got you covered.

EASIER GRID-BASED ORGANIZATION

Saving map areas offline will be simple, with an easier, grid-based approach. Get it downloaded and keep it organized.

GOING GLOBAL WITH VECTOR TOPO MAPS

Download vector topo maps for the Earth's surface with easy installation. Compact storage will allow whole states and countries to be downloaded. Flexible styles will make them most readable for you.

EASY TO LEARN

One of the major pieces of feedback we've had over the years is that the existing app can be a bit difficult to get the hang of. For BackCountry Navigator XE, we'll be focusing on making the app easy to learn and simple to use, so you can get exploring the outdoors quicker than ever!

PLANNING IN THE CLOUD

With the cloud editor, you'll be able to plan your treks, and upload tracks and waypoints to customize your adventure on the web before you go. Your plans will synchronize effortlessly with your mobile device so you can navigate the outdoors easily. When you get back home, you'll be able to review exactly where you explored.

Cloud Editor with Easy Sync

NO SIGNAL? NO WORRIES

Today, your smartphone isn't limited to cell towers; it has the same hardware that’s been used by the military and handheld GPS devices for decades. Download the maps you need before you head out into the backcountry and your phone's GPS will handle the location tracking. BackCountry Navigator will work even when there isn’t any cell coverage.