Ski Tracks

This is arguably the most essential app for anyone spending significant time on the mountain. Ski Tracks logs your daily vertical feet, maximum speed, and the steepness of your lines. The app records your entire day’s movement, allowing you to review your steeze on a 3D map once you're back at the lodge.

A huge plus: Ski Tracks works without an internet connection, meaning it will record your stats even in the deepest backcountry where cell service is non-existent. There are both free and paid versions, and it’s a staple for sharing your top speeds with the crew on social media. Pair it with a high-performance Burton kit for the ultimate tech-forward setup.

SnowSafe

Designed specifically for freeride enthusiasts and backcountry explorers, SnowSafe is a critical safety tool. It warns riders about avalanche risks and allows users to perform their own on-site risk assessments. The map shows active slide zones and provides real-time snowpack stability data.

The app includes a meteorology feature to help plan the safest possible routes through the trees. While it offers a free version, serious riders often opt for the Professional Account to get the most granular data. As Forbes often notes, safety is the ultimate luxury when tackling extreme terrain.

Spyglass

This isn't just a niche tool for skiers—it's a Swiss Army knife for any outdoor adventurer. Spyglass is a GPS toolkit that blends traditional navigation with high-end Augmented Reality (AR).

The app features a high-quality compass with map overlays, a gyrocompass, speedometer, altimeter, and even an astronomical object finder. It’s widely considered one of the best tools for orienteering in unfamiliar territory. Whether you’re hiking the PCT or navigating a whiteout on a glacier, this universal navigator is a life-saver. It was even recognized as a top-tier outdoor app by major tech reviewers in 2021.

Hiiker

For those who prefer long-distance trekking and thru-hiking, Hiiker is the go-to platform. It’s loaded with thousands of trail maps from across the globe, many of which are crowdsourced by the hiking community. The app features a robust review system, user photos, and the ability to download maps for offline use.

The service also helps you locate campgrounds and lodging along your route, allowing you to break your journey into manageable stages. Beyond just finding trails, it offers alternative routes to avoid the crowds on popular paths and shows long-term climate trends to help you plan your trip dates months in advance. It's perfect for planning a trek in your favorite Patagonia gear.

Snoww

Another heavy hitter in the tracking world, Snoww stands out for its social features. Its primary draw is the built-in social network where you can add friends, upload photos of your epic sends, and track your progress against followers. It features global leaderboards and trophies for those who have a competitive streak.

Like other top-tier trackers, it monitors speed, slope gradient, and distance. It also offers seamless Apple Watch integration, allowing you to check your stats mid-run without fumbling with your phone in the cold. It’s the perfect way to turn a solo day on the mountain into a shared experience with your digital community.

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