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Trail Run Project is your comprehensive guide to the best trails to run, wherever you are.
With the thoroughness of a printed map, we offer full GPS route info, elevation profiles, interactive features, photos, and more. Like a guidebook, we suggest the best featured runs to explore—either near your current location or in an area you search for. Local experts show you the highlights, challenging features, and insights you need to plan a great trail run.
• Find over 74,000 miles of trail to run with your crew.
• New trails are constantly added to our incredibly detailed trail run database.
• Your exact location is shown on the trail.
• Downloaded trails work offline for when you’re off the grid. (No cell reception required!)
• Enjoy high-resolution photos and detailed topographical trail maps.
• We’ll sync with your to-do list, check ins, and favorites on TrailRunProject.com.
Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.
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Reviews 20 captured
★★★★★ An engineer’s running app — ja12ck3465
It is simple and to the point. This app is a tool, and it works really well. It has the two features I need it to have: an efficient, responsive UI, and a rich database of routes. The only feature I would suggest is the ability to export routes as GPX files to use on my watch. But, when I need it I recreate the route in GAIA, so it’s not a big deal. Go Running Project!
★★★★★ Almost perfect…. — Acegiro
Love the app!! Fantastic resource with very good detailed maps and routes. The only thing I wish that I could do with app would be to have the ability to download routes to my Garmin Fenix7 watch so I can follow some of the trickier routes without being my phone.
★★★★★ Great resource and tool — Dallas-Allred
I live in a Rural area, but in a Valley near PLENTY of mountains. I’ve had difficulty finding established trails/routes for trail running in the area using many of the “go-to” popular routing apps, or even the community resources. I was started to think there just weren’t actual trails nearby, until I came across this website (and then app) that had 20-30 trails/routes within a 40 minute drive of me. Turns out, these were the trails everyone was using, but for some reason they also had the least
★★★★★ My go-to adventure map — Dirt_Church_Revival
I have saved myself and a few other lost hikers with this map. Even without a decent signal it can, most of the time, show the basic blue locator dot and trail lines. Super easy to plan stops, distances, connector trails using the satellite image. People cannot believe it’s free. I worked at Rei and no one knew about it. Elevation profile on the main page, being able to highlight each section is just beautiful. I cant say enough about it.
★★★★★ Looking for trails, not roads. — wfrodgers25
I live outside of the Fort Bragg, NC area; nearby St Pauls, NC.
The first day I used this app, I drove 45 minutes to discover the “trail” on this app was nothing more than a long stretch of highway. Also, the app doesn’t have the few existing trails I know of. I’d bet this app is fine for areas where trail running is already popular, but for folks that don’t live in the mountains, there still isn’t an app worth downloading. Hope that changes in the future.
★★★★★ A great app for planning fun routes — Calllllllllllll never
I use this app all the time to plan routes for outings. I like to use it on the go too, if I download areas before hand I usually can use the gpx tracks even in the wilderness. The elevation profiles are very helpful, especially the green/yellow/red zones which show you which sections are runnable.
★★★★★ Best Hiking/Trail App by Far!! — AspenEve
I use this app daily and tell everyone I meet on the trail about it. The data it provides - at zero cost - is truly remarkable and much appreciated. Fantastic app for hiking, trail running, and planning future hikes. I absolutely love it. Thank you for such a quality product!!!
★★★★★ Great app! No cell data connection needed — WildOak
Great app with good guidance, good info from others, and I love that, once you download the maps, you don’t need a cell data signal to use the app. This is very helpful in remote areas with poor cell service. The app still gives you a live specific and generally accurate location on the screen. That makes it harder to get lost.
★★★★★ Love This App!! — NathanZachariah
I am a new trail runner so I have found this app incredibly helpful! I had no idea that there are so many wonderful places to run and this make makes them accessible to everyone! I’m so happy to be able to log my runs, contribute reviews and photos to the community of runners, and get to know the natural beauty of my state. I think running outdoors is going to really help me this year - especially considering that many activities are closed due to the pandemic. Thank you so much to all of those
★★★★★ Have loved this app for forever and shared with all my running clients and friends — ShineOnHealth
I love how the gps signals your on the map regardless of having phone signal or not, as it’s a GREAT SAFETY FEATURE!!
There’s so many maps and profiles of trails to help you understand where you’re headed to and to prepare, along with imbedded driving routes via google maps which is super convenient!
I recommend it always to friends, my ShineOnHealth Coaching clients and strangers I meet out on the trails!
★★★★★ So excellent! — Tahmsom
As an avid trail runner, I found it exciting that upon researching the sport, it’s relatively less communicated when compared with others. Less websites, hardly any apps, trails are all geared for hiking. Thankfully it looks like someone took the opportunity to change that, and thankfully it is done very well!
★★★★★ Great idea, poor execution — ajlark
Love the idea behind this app, and I use it frequently, but it’s so sloppy for the resources REI has. You can’t add photos via the app, which is annoying. Lots of trails are missing/doubled or start/end in the middle of another trial (which might not be the apps fault, but maybe they can link them all together?). Driving directions is super nice, but sometimes they don’t lead to the right spot (again, probably based on poor information given to the app).
★★★★★ Missing the old version a lot — Kella doo
I LOVED using this app in the prior version. It was the best. The new version has been disappointing to say the least. After trying to use the map to find trails in certain areas of my home state I’ve just given up - the map is touchy and the screen/trails seems to refresh every time I move the map just a little bit, and not in a good way. The old version used to very concisely list the trails in whatever part of the map you were in...now there’s a scrolling set of trails you have to try to make
★★★★★ The “fresh new look” is not so fresh... — Cassafrass2008
After the UI update, the map jumps around and makes it impossible to find what I’m looking for (I end up in Utah instead of Colorado and then the map freezes.) Beyond the bugginess, I’m disappointed in the UX changes, I was trying to find a trail with my friend and I got so confused. The old app was great - it’s awesome to improve on it with fresh design but only if the core functionality still works!
★★★★★ Best Trail App — Mikey juraxzo
Beats AllTrails by a long way. This thing highlights all the trails on a satellite map. It’s fantastic and the only app that any trail runner or hiker should have. Provides detailed elevation information as well as current conditions. Also provides safety advice, like when snow might be present on trails
★★★★★ Mostly a great app — DuncanN04
We primarily use this app when running or hiking in unfamiliar terrain. It’s a great way to check location via GPS if you think you may have gotten turned around when deciding to try a new trail with poor signage or missing blazes. Also a pretty good option for looking up running options when traveling. My one beef is that some of the trails available on the website (including popular race routes) don’t show up in the app. In some cases you can even download a GPX file of the route from the desk
★★★★★ R M Smith — RMSmith9999
This is reminiscent of the old Motion Based system that Garmin bought and then, for whatever reason, the components that allowed you to view trails in different areas was cancelled. This new program by REI brings that capability back. Great way to find places to run when traveling. Love it - thanks REI!
★★★★★ I have no complaints. — MichaelaLeach
I’m an avid trail runner and in Colorado there are literally hundred of trails within an hour of me. This has been amazing at helping me find all the hidden gems! If you are just trying to discover new trails or have been trail running for a while GET THIS a APP.
Best features:
The feature that takes you directly to google maps to find trail heads. It makes planning routes and deciding which trails are worth my time so much easier.
Updated trail conditions, which is super helpful in the spri
★★★★★ Saved my life — spin addict
Went for a trail run while on vacation and downloaded this app on a whim while walking out to the road. There were countless times on the trail where I referenced the map to figure out which way to go so as to not get lost. Without this app, we would be lost on Mt Hood, for sure.
★★★★★ Super! But... — Fever Score Junkie
I hope that improvements to the run/gps tracker will soon come. Auto audio feedback with time, distance, pace and elevation would be great! Additionally, it would be most helpful to include an off-trail warning system for those times when we unintentionally run too far off a chosen trail. Otherwise, this app is spectacular! Big thanks to REI for their app support.
Version history · 25 recorded
4.7.1
2026-05-21
Bug fixes and maintenance
4.6.14
2026-03-12
Bug fixes and maintenance.
4.6.12
2025-10-29
Bug fixes and maintenance.
4.6.10
2025-07-29
Bug fixes and maintenance.
4.6.8
2025-04-10
Bug fixes and maintenance.
4.6.7
2025-03-20
Bug fixes and maintenance.
4.6.6
2025-02-07
Bug fixes and maintenance.
4.6.5
2025-01-02
Bug fixes and maintenance.
4.6.4
2024-12-23
Bug fixes and maintenance.
4.6.3
2024-12-12
Bug fixes and maintenance.
4.6.2
2024-12-07
Bug fixes and maintenance.
4.6.1
2024-11-21
Bug fixes and maintenance.
4.6.0
2024-10-07
Simplified sign in, bug fixes and maintenance.
4.5.12
2024-09-04
Bug fixes and maintenance.
4.5.10
2024-08-08
Bug fixes and maintenance.
4.5.9
2024-07-01
Bug fixes and maintenance.
4.5.8
2024-05-08
Bug fixes and maintenance.
4.5.7
2024-03-29
Bug fixes and maintenance.
4.5.6
2024-01-07
Bug fixes and maintenance.
4.5.5
2024-01-02
Bug fixes and maintenance.
4.5.4
2023-06-15
Bug fixes and maintenance updates.
4.5.3
2023-04-19
Bug fixes and maintenance.
4.5.2
2023-04-13
Bug fixes and maintenance.
4.5.1
2023-04-05
Minor bug fixes and maintenance.
4.2.2
2020-10-24
This update allows facebook profile photos to continue working.
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2026-06-21
Bug fixes and maintenance
description
2026-06-21
Trail Run Project is your comprehensive guide to the best trails to run, wherever you are.
With the thoroughness of a printed map, we offer full GPS route info, elevation profiles, interactive features, photos, and more…
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Trail Run Project is your comprehensive guide to the best trails to run, wherever you are. With the thoroughness of a printed map, we offer full GPS route info, elevation profiles, interactive features, photos, and more. Like a guidebook, we suggest the best featured runs to explore—either near your current location or in an area you search for. Local experts show you the highlights, challenging features, and insights you need to plan a great trail run. • Find over 74,000 miles of trail to run with your crew. • New trails are constantly added to our incredibly detailed trail run database. • Your exact location is shown on the trail. • Downloaded trails work offline for when you’re off the grid. (No cell reception required!) • Enjoy high-resolution photos and detailed topographical trail maps. • We’ll sync with your to-do list, check ins, and favorites on TrailRunProject.com. Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.name
2026-06-21
Trail Run Project
Region availability · 5 of 5 storefronts
| Store | Price | Ratings | Avg | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US | Free | 415 | 4.6 | 4.7.1 |
| AU | Free | 5 | 3.4 | 4.7.1 |
| NZ | Free | 4 | 5.0 | 4.7.1 |
| GB | Free | 3 | 3.7 | 4.7.1 |
| CA | Free | 2 | 4.5 | 4.7.1 |