HiiKER: The Hiking Maps App Reviews

by MaxE_207

It does not account for elevation gain!!! Used HiiKER to plan a 7-day trip in the Dolomites. The times for hikes were COMPLETELY WRONG. We booked hotels and Refugi based on these data and the times were not even close— not even by a day! I’m a very experienced hiker; very strong and fast-moving. I’ve used AllTrails for a few years and never had any problems, but they don’t have my Alta Via planned out. Tried this app. Won’t ever use again.
Example: this app reported a 5-hour hike on day three. Reality was a 14-hour hike including many vie ferrate. We ended up having to book a different rifugio and were very lucky they had space. Otherwise, we would have been stranded. Got charged for hotels that we couldn’t make it to. Payed extra for different hotels and refugi.

by J-L B

HiiKER doesn’t have a way to get directions to the trail. That makes it pretty much useless unless you’re just a teaser to make me use another app I’ve already paid a subscription for.

by Enterprise2021

Probably the worst trail app I’ve used. Navigating is clunky and non intuitive. Information on water sources are inaccurate more often then not, and even the trail map itself is often wrong. Even the accurate info is pretty sparse. Do yourself a favor and use a more tried and true app

by MatthusMcC

Had used search to try to find a hike nearby. App had a hard time locating me in Virginia and kept searching for hikes in Ireland. We finally got that working, located a nearby hike that we knew would be outside of cell service - downloaded the appropriate map for offline viewing. Once we arrived - nothing. HiiKER would not allow me to call up that downloaded map/trail. I’ll never use again. That’s the most basic feature that should work without fail.

by GoEagles321

HiiKER is not developed in the States. I purchased pro, and any free phone app has more detail than this app maps. I tried to get a refund and received no response. We have a state park that has been there forever and it’s not available in the this app map download. Don’t lose your cash on this one.

by Venton O'Spleen

I don’t see the point of HiiKER. I’m surrounded by hundreds of miles of trails and within a few hours of National parks and wilderness areas but the map shows no trails anywhere around here. It’s a nice app if you’ve never heard of a few world famous trails or if you’re wealthy and planning to visit some beauty spots but if you’re an everyday hiker don’t bother.

by Ughpr

Interface is pretty busy leading to easily clicking unwanted things. Search function doesn’t have the inventory nor update speed of other apps.

by Zitoon74

Can we get something only free those day I didn’t use HiiKER yet going back home in Morzine Avoriaz in French the alps and planning on doing the TMB but of course want yo get trail detail and all and already have to pay will try but really have to be awesome app if I spent money!
3 start for now HiiKER is easy to use and look nice.

by TheUndeadSally

I haven’t actually used HiiKER to hike - yet! I plan to use HiiKER in conjunction with AllTrails for a Glacier National backpacking trip. I really like the free trail planning and that it shows the campground locations, that makes me feel a bit safer in the planning aspect. Here’s to hoping this is a great app and happy hiking!

by Kmrbrown

Recently downloaded HiiKER and just started exploring it. It has suggested several hikes in my area, so that makes me happy. However, it’s a little difficult to use when the distance measurement is only in kilometers. Maybe Miles could be added to it also.

by Ghillie7

After trying several other apps, this app is clearly the winner. I use it for biking and hiking and it’s terrific. Easy to use, excellent detail, and it works!

by Fergus.89

Great or finding new trails or finding yourself in the middle of one. Service permitting. Thank you, it helps all the hikers. Love it. I haven't had that problem again. I have used HiiKER several times and it works great!

by Matthew.899

I like the updates people can do it was very helpful for avalanches and rattlesnakes. Knowing when they have been seen. Thanks a lot for HiiKER, it helps everyone so much.

by Affinity0731

This

by Daniel.torrance

This is the best app I could have hoped for. My family recently started hiking and this is the perfect tool for us to select safe and easy trails without having to worry about getting lost!

by Garbott9

Love HiiKER , info, and reviews. Always an aid for the many trails ventured! It is an excellent app I use it all the time. If you spend time outdoors, you need but a single app. This is it!

by Jentges

Best app for planning nature trips and getting accurate directions and helpful comments. I think it's helpful to find and trails you'd like. So if you want to go find a good hike go to this app

by Mattslyon

Great place to keep track of your completed trails and discover new ones! Definitely recommend!🤟

by Tuckie.

Super handy for the adventurous. Shows trails not marked or sometimes barely visible. Really useful for finding great trails anywhere

by Robberts0

Love HiiKER. I have been using it hiking all over the East Coast. Great source of detailed info on trails all over the United States and Canada.

by Alyson Gleasons

Easy to use and very helpful when you haven't prepared your trip in advance. Quick to browse and pick a hike. Even useful for orientation. From the top of my head, no particular flaws.

by General Kenibo

Always has the trails I need

by Hikers Life

Trails still had snow and was windy with over cast skies