onX Offroad: Trail Maps & GPS icon
onX Offroad: Comprehensive Review of Off-Road Navigation and Trail Mapping

by onXmaps

3.7
ANDROIDMaps & Navigation
onX Offroad provides specialized GPS navigation for off-road enthusiasts with verified trail maps, vehicle-specific routing, and dispersed camping data. The app serves 4x4, ATV, moto, and overlanding users exploring remote terrain where cellular service is limited.

Detailed Review

onX Offroad establishes itself as a specialized navigation solution targeting outdoor recreation beyond paved roads. The application differentiates itself through verified land ownership data and trail information specifically curated for motorized off-road activities, addressing a critical need for accurate navigation in areas where standard mapping services provide inadequate coverage. The core functionality centers around detailed 3D topographic maps with vehicle-specific trail filtering for 4x4, SxS, dirt bikes, ATVs, and snowmobiles. A standout feature is the Motorized Dispersed Camping Layer, which identifies legal off-grid camping areas within National Forests—a capability the developer claims as industry-exclusive with verified map data. The platform supports multi-device synchronization, allowing users to plan routes on desktop computers and transfer them to mobile devices for field use, complemented by comprehensive offline mapping capabilities for areas without cellular connectivity. User experience reflects thoughtful design for outdoor conditions, with GPS tracking maintaining location accuracy even without signal. The interface prioritizes trail difficulty ratings, land ownership boundaries, and points of interest relevant to off-road enthusiasts. Real-world usage patterns show particular strength in trip planning phases and navigation through complex terrain with mixed land ownership, such as the Western United States where public and private lands intermingle extensively. User feedback trends indicate high satisfaction with functional reliability in remote environments. Forrest (April 19, 2025) notes the app's indispensability in Idaho's Owyhee Mountains for navigating private land boundaries, while Craig Sheely (April 14, 2025) praises the route planning and Android Auto integration for a seven-day Jeep expedition. Multiple users specifically highlight the offline mapping functionality, though John Coddington (July 17, 2025) notes legibility issues with property owner labels. A recurring criticism concerns subscription management, with Marshall Bock (August 17, 2025) expressing frustration with the lack of clear non-renewal options. The application demonstrates particular strength in providing verified land ownership data and reliable offline navigation—critical features for avoiding trespassing incidents in remote areas. Limitations include the subscription-based model requiring annual renewal and occasional interface legibility issues. The app serves most effectively as a planning and navigation tool for extended off-road expeditions in regions with complex land ownership patterns, though the cost structure may deter casual users.

Key Features

  • Offline map downloading enables navigation in remote areas without cellular service, crucial for backcountry safety and continuous routing
  • Vehicle-specific trail filtering allows users to find routes appropriate for their 4x4, ATV, or moto equipment, preventing unsuitable trail attempts
  • Motorized Dispersed Camping Layer identifies legal off-grid camping areas in National Forests, addressing a key pain point for overlanding enthusiasts
  • Land ownership boundary mapping shows public/private divisions with verified data, helping users avoid trespassing on restricted properties
  • Multi-platform synchronization enables route planning on desktop computers with seamless transfer to mobile devices for field execution
  • 3D topographic mapping provides enhanced terrain visualization for assessing trail difficulty and planning appropriate routes

Why Users Love It

Verified land ownership data
Comprehensive offline functionality

Perfect for: Off-road enthusiasts exploring remote terrain with mixed land ownership

Screenshots

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Ranking History

Track onX Offroad: Trail Maps & GPS's performance in Maps & Navigation over the last 30 days

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Current Rank

#13

5 from last week

Best Rank

#8

All-time high

Average Rank

#11

30-day average

User Reviews

Forrest
Apr 19, 2025

I can't go without this app anymore! In Southwest Idaho, the Owyhee Mountains and surrounding high mountain deserts there's a lot of private land, mostly cattle ranchers that need to lock their gates. There's also a lot nice trails, beautiful country, historical sites, fishing and rockhounding areas on public land. Without onX you can try to get to a specific place and never find a route through. Knowing where you need to route around before you go is what makes all the difference!

Marshall Bock
Aug 17, 2025

I have used this excessively in the Rocky Mountain States and I absolutely love it. Having said that, I really despise their billing and the inaccessibility of a non-renewable button or checkbox or some way to indicate that I don't want it to renew. I am unable to find that in either the app or on the web browser so I ended up canceling my account which loses all data and sucks. 1 star for just not having a simple toggle switch that allows the user to easily not renew.

John Coddington
Jul 17, 2025

I can't imagine not having the app when dirt biking through the woods! For way off-grid I use the offline map feature using an older, non wireless connected phone with the app on a tank holder. It works great! One small issue, property owner font is extremely hard to read. The size is fine, the outline style font is bad. Please update to solid font. Great product!

John Coddington
Jul 17, 2025

I can't imagine not having the app when dirt biking through the woods! For way off-grid I use the offline map feature using an older, non wireless connected phone with the app on a tank holder. It works great! One small issue, property owner font is extremely hard to read. The size is fine, the outline style font is bad. Please update to solid font. Great product!

DbdbDan B
Apr 26, 2025

I really enjoy this app! Using this app for about 6 months, I have been much more able to find new places to fly that are steep enough to launch and safe enough to land with my speed wings. A wing's glide rate, or elevation change over distance is easy to calculate over the terrain with this apps features so that I bring the right wing to have the most fun possible... safely. It is also a bonus to see where my Verizon cell phone gets service in case emergency help is needed 👍

App Details

Developer

onXmaps

Platform

android

Rating

3.7

Last Updated

10/7/2025