What Are Data Layers?
Data layers are visual overlays that add extra information to your base map without changing the underlying map type.
Available Layers
Trail Network Layer
Shows all mapped trails:
- Trail paths in color
- Difficulty indicators
- Trail names on zoom
How to enable:
- Tap Layers button
- Toggle Trails on
Heatmap Layer
Visualizes activity density:
- Red = High activity areas
- Yellow = Moderate activity
- Blue = Low activity
Useful for:
- Finding popular routes
- Discovering hidden gems
- Avoiding crowds
Elevation Contours
Topographic contour lines:
- 10m intervals (default)
- 50m intervals (zoomed out)
- Elevation labels at key points
Slope Gradient
Color-coded terrain steepness:
- Green = Flat/Easy
- Yellow = Moderate slopes
- Red = Steep terrain
- Purple = Very steep
Essential for:
- Winter sports
- Route difficulty assessment
- Safety planning
Weather Radar
Live weather information:
- Precipitation overlay
- Cloud coverage
- Storm tracking
Note: Weather layer requires internet connection.
Points of Interest (POI)
Mark important locations:
- Parking
- Water sources
- Camping
- Summits
- Facilities
Managing Layers
Enable/Disable
- Tap the Layers button
- Check/uncheck desired layers
- Changes apply immediately
Layer Order
Active layers stack in this order (top to bottom):
- POI markers
- Weather
- Trails
- Heatmap
- Contours
- Base map
Opacity
Adjust layer transparency:
- Long-press a layer toggle
- Use the slider to adjust opacity
- Balance visibility with base map
Combining Layers
Some powerful combinations:
Hiking Setup:
- Topographic base map
- Trail network layer
- Elevation contours
- POI (water, camping)
Exploration Setup:
- Satellite base
- Heatmap layer
- Trail network
Winter Sports:
- Terrain base
- Slope gradient
- Weather radar
Performance Tips
- Enable only needed layers
- More layers = more data/battery usage
- Disable weather layer offline
Offline Availability
- Trail Network - Available offline if downloaded
- Elevation Contours - Available offline if downloaded
- Heatmap - Requires internet connection
- Weather - Requires internet connection
- POI (Points of Interest) - Cached for offline use