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• Hike Planner: The Free Tool That Maps Your Multi-Day Hike to the Last Mile

  Anyone who has organised a multi-day walk knows the planning rarely happens on the trail. It happens at the kitchen table, weeks beforehand, surrounded by... Read more

  Posted on 17 June 2026

• HiiKER Named “Best in Test” by The Great Outdoors — Ahead of OS Maps

  We’re delighted to share that HiiKER has been named Best in Test in the July 2026 issue of The Great Outdoors, the UK’s original mountain magazine, coming out... Read more

  Posted on 04 June 2026

• Plan Your Route, Walk It Offline: HiiKER Teams Up with Cotswold Way Guide and TM...

  HiiKER now integrates with Cotswold Way Guide and TMB Trail Guide, letting walkers bring personalised itineraries into the app for reliable offline navigation o... Read more

  Posted on 28 May 2026

• Looking for an OS Maps Alternative? Why HiiKER Goes Further

  HiiKER beats OS Maps in the UK: same OS Explorer and Landranger maps, plus Harvey, Purple Lizard, in-app historical layers and a real Apple Watch app — £5... Read more

  Posted on 28 May 2026

• The Best Hiking Apps in Ireland in 2026

  Ireland is one of the finest hiking destinations in the world. From the wild Atlantic coastline of Connemara to the rolling peaks of the Wicklow Mountains, the... Read more

  Posted on 10 April 2026

• HiiKER Comes to Your Wrist: Introducing Our Companion Watch App

  We’re thrilled to announce that HiiKER is now available on your smartwatch! After months of development and testing, our companion watch app is rolling out to... Read more

  Posted on 28 January 2026

• Share Your Hikes with the World.

  Introducing Community Hike Submissions on HiiKER: Help Us Map the World’s Hikes At HiiKER, our mission has always been to make the outdoors more accessible — on... Read more

  Posted on 05 December 2025

• HiiKER 26. Now Available.

  We have launched our most advanced update yet, bringing a new standard of hike planning Available now to update now form the app stores, HiiKER 26 introduces... Read more

  Posted on 04 December 2025

• HiiKER is Now Satellite-Ready with T-Mobile T-Satellite

  No matter how far the trail takes you — deep into the backcountry, across wild coastline, or up a lonely mountain pass — you can now bring the full power of... Read more

  Posted on 25 November 2025

• Building a Global Hiking Map

  At HiiKER, we’ve been on a mission for the past four years: to help people plan and navigate their hikes through some of the world’s most beautiful wilderness. Read more

  Posted on 19 August 2025

• How Digital Maps Work in a Hiking App

  @hiiker_ Just another reason why HiiKER maps, are the best maps! ♬ original sound – HiiKER – HiiKER Your Map Isn’t One Image. It’s a Pyramid. Read more

  Posted on 18 August 2025

• POIs, Quick Actions and More!

  

  Note, this is only available on Android… coming to iPhone app very soon! Get ready for some fantastic updates to your HiiKER app! Say hello to Points of Interes... Read more

  Posted on 19 May 2025

• The HiiKER Map Info Bar

  Our mini stats bar has proven to be a hit with HiiKER since we added it to the map, so we’ve given it super powers! When you’re out on the trail, having the... Read more

  Posted on 27 March 2025

• Is This the End of Komoot?

  

  Given similar patterns observed in the industry, such as Outdooractive’s acquisition of ViewRanger and the downfall of FatMap after it's integration to Stava,... Read more

  Posted on 26 March 2025

• Hiiker x Hillwalk Tours: A Partnership in Creating Adventures

  As you know, in HiiKER we’ve always exploring ways to make the great outdoors more accessible, and we know our community shares that same love for adventure. Read more

  Posted on 10 March 2025

• Best Alternatives to ViewRanger for 3D Hiking and Outdoor Navigation

  ViewRanger is still talked about to this day when it comes to hiking, mapping and navigation technology. Like us, you might be still mourning the removal of... Read more

  Posted on 06 February 2025

• Print National Topographic Maps on HiKER

  In the ever-evolving world of hiking and hillwalking, technology continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible. HiiKER offers real-time navigation, route... Read more

  Posted on 06 January 2025

• HiiKER: The Top Outdooractive Alternative with Premium Maps

  

  Looking for an Outdooractive alternative? Discover how HiiKER's high-quality topographical maps and advanced hiking features enhance your outdoor adventures.... Read more

  Posted on 10 November 2024

• Urris Lakes Loop: A Hidden Gem in Donegal

  

  Nestled in the rugged beauty of Donegal’s Inishowen Peninsula, the Urris Lakes Loop is a trail that offers everything a hiker could dream of—coastal vistas,... Read more

  Posted on 09 November 2024

• AllTrails Alternative: Why HiiKER Should Be Your Next Hiking Companion

  What a real hiking map looks like. If you’re an avid hiker or someone just beginning to explore the great outdoors, chances are you’ve heard of AllTrails. Read more

  Posted on 08 November 2024