Before You Begin
Ensure you have:
- A trail selected or downloaded
- GPS enabled on your device
- Battery sufficiently charged
- Offline maps downloaded (for remote areas)
Starting Navigation
From a Trail
- Open any trail
- Tap the Navigate button
- Choose navigation options
- Tap Start Navigation
From the Trailhead
- Use Get Directions to reach the trailhead
- Once there, tap Start Trail Navigation
Navigation Modes
Follow Trail
Standard navigation along the trail path:
- Turn-by-turn guidance
- Distance to destination
- Estimated time remaining
Point-to-Point
Navigate to a specific waypoint:
- Direct bearing to destination
- Crow-fly distance
- Useful for off-trail navigation
During Navigation
The navigation screen shows:
- Map - Your position on the trail
- Direction arrow - Which way to go
- Next instruction - Upcoming turn or landmark
- Progress - How far you've come
Controls
- Recenter - Return map to your position
- Voice - Toggle voice guidance on/off
- Layers - Change map type
- End - Stop navigation
Voice Guidance
Enable audio instructions:
- Tap the Speaker icon
- Voice will announce:
- Upcoming turns
- Distance milestones
- Off-trail warnings
Tip: Use headphones for better audio while moving, especially on windy days.
Off-Trail Alerts
ALTLAS warns you when you stray from the path:
- Visual alert on screen
- Audio warning (if enabled)
- Guidance to return to trail
Pausing Navigation
Need a break?
- Tap Pause
- Navigation state is preserved
- Resume when ready
Ending Navigation
- Tap End Navigation
- Confirm if prompted
- Activity recording continues if started
Tips for Better Navigation
- Preview the trail before starting
- Download offline maps for areas without signal
- Calibrate compass for accurate direction
- Keep screen on during critical sections