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Forge: Hiking Trail Maps 1.6.82

68.9 MB / 10K+ Downloads / Rating 5.0 - 1 reviews


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Forge: Hiking Trail Maps, developed and published by Forge New Frontiers (Pty) Ltd, has released its latest version, 1.6.82, on 2024-12-28. This app falls under the Maps & Navigation category on the Google Play Store and has achieved over 10000 installs. It currently holds an overall rating of 5.0, based on 1 reviews.

Forge: Hiking Trail Maps APK available on this page is compatible with all Android devices that meet the required specifications (Android 6.0+). It can also be installed on PC and Mac using an Android emulator such as Bluestacks, LDPlayer, and others.

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App Details

Package name: com.forge.forge

Updated: 1 month ago

Developer Name: Forge New Frontiers (Pty) Ltd

Category: Maps & Navigation

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Installation Instructions

This article outlines two straightforward methods for installing Forge: Hiking Trail Maps on PC Windows and Mac.

Using BlueStacks

  1. Download the APK/XAPK file from this page.
  2. Install BlueStacks by visiting http://bluestacks.com.
  3. Open the APK/XAPK file by double-clicking it. This action will launch BlueStacks and begin the application's installation. If the APK file does not automatically open with BlueStacks, right-click on it and select 'Open with...', then navigate to BlueStacks. Alternatively, you can drag-and-drop the APK file onto the BlueStacks home screen.
  4. Wait a few seconds for the installation to complete. Once done, the installed app will appear on the BlueStacks home screen. Click its icon to start using the application.

Using LDPlayer

  1. Download and install LDPlayer from https://www.ldplayer.net.
  2. Drag the APK/XAPK file directly into LDPlayer.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Reviews

5 ★, on 2021-04-13
The offline map is great and you can see your location on it without being in cellphone coverage. Been able to plan many new hikes with it. The information is accurate and useful when doing the planning.

5 ★, on 2021-01-31
Tried a bunch of apps, this one seems to work best for me along with my Garmin Instinct, as a intermediate to experienced hiker, allows me to do new trails via the preloaded no data mode, always having a good idea of my current location, and find cool places to visit that I might have missed out on nearby.

4 ★, on 2020-07-15
Love the app. Just started using it and what a pleasure to have all the trails in one place. Not to mention that it is by thatlr the most extensive collection of trails and routes I've ever come across. Having the parks and reserves neatly organised makes for very easy and quick viewing and access, and the offline feature works great. I'd give it 5 stars but I know they are growing and improving every day, so leaving that last star as a goal.

4 ★, on 2019-06-08
Interface is great, maps load fast. Trail markings and points of interest are clear, GPS updating is accurate and fast. Arcgis base layers are great! I like the idea of being able to have the maps downloaded in the case of having no mobile data available - but with no data connection the app won't go past the login screen. The ability to record your own route, either following one in the app, or a new trail, would be useful.

5 ★, on 2020-07-20
I found the app very useful. All the necessary info such as the distance of the hike, contact info and permit costs for the different hiking trails are easy to find. I can suggest the developers add trails of the Banhoek Nature Conservancy. Looking forward to seeing how this app evolves and adding more trails in the future.

5 ★, on 2020-07-11
Love this app! Considering these guys do it for free... And have come on leaps & bounds since they launched. Can't wait for more regions & trails to explore

Previous Versions

Forge: Hiking Trail Maps 1.6.82
2024-12-28 / 68.9 MB / Android 6.0+

Forge: Hiking Trail Maps 1.6.73
2024-11-15 / 74.6 MB / Android 6.0+

Forge: Hiking Trail Maps 1.6.70
2023-12-12 / 83.1 MB / Android 6.0+

About this app

All Forge trails are digitised and attributed - by our team - with pinpoint accuracy and are regularly updated with input from local conservation agencies and trail managers. With live GPS location, localised emergency contacts and calls, and the ability to download offline maps you can explore with confidence!

Navigate over 6,000 km of trails and 3,200 points of interest across South Africa packaged in simple, easy-to-use maps.

Top features our users love:

• Accurate and up-to-date trails (including 1,400 km across Table Mountain in Cape Town),
• Free offline map downloads,
• Relevant and localised emergency contacts,
• Over 50 interactive nature reserve hiking maps with useful info including permits and fees, contact details and links, parking spots, facilities and more.

Did you know? Forge is 'Made in Mzansi', plus we are the official digital maps partner of CapeNature!

All Forge maps come with helpful tools:

• Basemap toggle (including high-definition satellite imagery).
• Trail and point of interest search,
• Location finder.

Each trail segment is attributed with insightful info bites:

• Name
• Status (Terrain and Open/Closed)
• Difficulty
• Distance
• Mountain Biking (Yes/No)
• Dog Walking (Yes/No)

You can assist in trail conservation and help keep others safe. By submitting a trail issue alert, you can report issues you encounter while hiking so we can update our maps, the hiking community and conservation authorities.

What else you can expect:

• Mountain safety tips,
• Emergency contacts,
• Useful links from the outdoor community.

Visit www.forgesa.com for more info, contact us at info@forgesa.com and stay up-to-date by following us on Instagram, @forge_sa.

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New features

Yellow leads the way with our fresh new look! Beyond a swanky new logo, say howzit to a user interface makeover:

More legible Trail Maps filter
New region: North West
Slicker menu item symbols
Easier access to Forge for Business
Temporary labels for SOS calls and Trail Issue Alert

We’d love to hear your feedback and suggestions! Get in touch: info@forgesa.com or leave us a review.

App Permissions

Allows an app to access approximate location.
Allows an app to access precise location.
Allows applications to open network sockets.
Allows applications to access information about networks.
Allows applications to access information about Wi-Fi networks.
Allows an application to write to external storage.
Allows an application to read from external storage.
Allows applications to discover and pair bluetooth devices.