Offline maps for the Blue Mountains
Most of the Mountains has no phone signal. Download any route here before you leave home, free.
How it works
Every walk, drive, ride and campground on this site has a GPX file, a KML file and a printable map. Three ways to take one with you:
- GPX in a map app. Best option. Your position shows live on the route with no signal.
- Save the page offline. Tap "Save this page offline" on a trail page and it opens later with no connection.
- Print or save as PDF. A one-page route map with directions and coordinates.
Common questions
What is a GPX file?
A small file containing a route line and waypoints. Open it in a navigation app and the app draws the route on its own offline map and shows your GPS position on it. Your phone's GPS works without mobile signal.
Which app should I use?
Organic Maps (free, offline maps of all Australia), Gaia GPS, AllTrails, Avenza, or a Garmin device. Download the app's offline map for the Blue Mountains region first, then open the GPX.
How do I save a map on iPhone or Android?
Tap the GPX button on any trail page. On iPhone choose "Open in" and pick your map app. On Android, open the downloaded file with your map app. You can also tap "Save this page offline" to keep the whole page, or print it to PDF.
Is a phone enough for navigation?
For the popular marked walks, yes, with a charged battery. For remote walks and 4WD trips carry a paper map, tell someone your plans and consider a personal locator beacon, which NPWS lends free from Blackheath.