Create your own custom GPS Routes & Navigate like PRO!

GPS Route Making & Navigation

Course
18 Lessons

Our in-depth online video course will teach you everything you need to know to create your own GPS routes so you'll never be lost on the trail again.

You'll learn how to create custom routes, upload routes to your phone, print your own maps, and much more!

Upon completing this course you'll have the confidence and skills to plan hikes, treks, and any other outdoor pursuits that require navigation.

Take Control of Your Route Planning

In this course, we'll show you how to plan your route, create GPS files, sync your routes on your phone, and even print you own maps.

You'll learn...

How to use both free & paid GPS software to create route files
How to export, upload, and sync your routes to your phone for easy navigation
Our tried-and-true planning process for multi-day hikes
How to print your own custom maps as an emergency backup
How to navigate without cell service so you'll never get lost again

GPS Route Making & Navigation

18 Lessons

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Here's What You'll Learn:

Introduction

A quick overview of who we are and what the course is all about. We're so glad you're here!

Welcome & Why Navigate with GPS

GPS Basics

This section provides a general introduction GPS, including key terms and important considerations when it comes to the accuracy of GPS devices.

File Types & Glossary

GPS Accuracy

Software Tools

In this section, we'll take a peek inside Gaia and Maps.me to see the similarities and differences between the two apps. We'll also discuss the features that are available in each, so you can choose which one is best for you.

Overview of Free vs. Paid Tools

Gaia GPS (Desktop & Mobile App)

Maps.me (Mobile App)

Creating Your Route

In this section, we'll walk you through how to create a route in Gaia GPS and Maps.me. Then, we'll show you step-by-step how to use those routes to build a custom itinerary. Be sure to check out our helpful Itinerary Worksheet that you can use as a template to plan your next trip.

Creating Your GPS Route in Gaia GPS

Creating a GPS File to Use with Maps.me

Bringing it all Together: Creating a Trip Itinerary

Itinerary Worksheet (Sample).xlsx

Itinerary Worksheet (Blank).xlsx

Viewing Your Route in 3D (Gaia GPS & Google Earth)

Using Your Route to Navigate With Your Phone

In this section, we'll show you how to use the routes you've created to find your way on the trails. It's time for the fun part!

Importing Routes to Your Phone

Downloading Background Maps

Navigating on the Trail with Gaia GPS

Navigating on the Trail with Maps.me

Printing Your Maps with Gaia GPS

BONUS!

Creating Video Fly-Throughs of Your Routes

Navgiate Like a Pro

You'll learn how to use your custom routes while out trekking. See adjacent trails, adjust your plans on the fly, and be prepared for whatever you encounter.

Take Your Routes Offline

Never take a wrong turn again by utilizing your own routes to navigate on the trail. You'll learn how to create, upload, and follow your custom GPS routes all on your existing phone.

What other hikers are saying about our guides

Julie, USA

"Great resources to help me plan my trip. Far more detailed than what I have found elsewhere."

Bill, UK

"I used your guide extensively in planning, researching and preparing: it’s the single most useful resource I’ve come across and it proved invaluable"

Julia, USA

"This guide was a must have for us! The tips on how to use our phone as a GPS via the Gaia app while without signal saved us hours of backtracking when we lost the trail…"

Meet Your Virtual Hiking Guides

As passionate hikers and travelers, we’ve made it our goal to empower fellow trekkers with all of the information they need to have their best hiking experience. We've helped over 2,000 hikers plan their trips, navigate on the trail, and simplify the planning process.

We scour the guidebooks, connect with accommodation
providers, and compile tips from other hikers in order to give you the most current, straightforward, and accessible information possible.

Happy trails!

Emily & Ian

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer ongoing support?

Absolutely! We're committed to helping you learn everything you need to know to successfully plan your next trip and navigate using GPS.

Do I need to pay for any special software or apps?

No, we'll teach you how to create your routes and navigate on the trail for free if that's important to you. We'll also highlight some of the benefits of using paid GPS apps, but they are definitely not required.

How do I access the course?

Once your payment is processed, you'll be instantly logged into your dashboard with the username and password you created. You can log back in at any time (forever) to access the course.

Do you offer a money-back guarantee?

Yes! While we're confident you'll get tremendous value out of our course, if for any reason you aren't satisfied we'll give you a full refund.

Is my payment secure?

Absolutely. We've partnered with Stripe and PayPal to handle the billing and provide secure 256-bit encryption. We've taken every step available to keep your transaction safe.