Available to Plus & Peak users on iOS & Android, Turn-by-turn directions are the latest improvement to Navigator! This gives you exact turn directions when you’re at a fork, a full list of upcoming turns & landmarks, and lets you know when you’re off trail. Be sure to download the latest version of the app for all new features and fixes!
Coming soon: turn-by-turn on the lockscreen widget + haptic notifications!
Features that are a part of turn-by-turn
- Static cue sheet: List of turns on trail, accessible on the trail page map (from trail page) or from navigator drawer (from navigator)
- On-trail turn banners: Tells you how far away a turn is and where to turn (which streets)
- Live cue sheet: Dynamically updates based on how far away you are from a turn/POI. Keep in mind that you are not able to scroll up to see previous turns.
- Wrong turn alert (existing feature): Tells you when you’re off route
FAQ
How do I get turn-by-turn directions?
As long as you are a Plus/Peak user on a trail where turn-by-turn directions are available, you’ll automatically see them at the top of your navigator screen.
The turns on (x) trail were wrong, or I'm not seeing turns on my trail.
Not every single trail will have turn-by-turn directions due to data constraints. You can check if the trail has on-trail directions in the navigator drawer as a way of checking whether it’ll have turn directions. If you are getting incorrect directions while on the trail, please let our team know at support@alltrails.com and note that you are using the turn-by-turn feature.
Will I see turn-by-turn directions without a trail?
No, you need to be on a verified trail for turn-by-turn to work.
I’m not seeing street names for turns on (x) trail.
Not all turn directions will have street names due to data constraints.
Isso funciona com rotas personalizadas?
Turn-by-turn directions are not yet available on custom routes, but will be soon!
Isso funciona em dispositivos vestíveis (Apple Watch/WearOS)?
Turn-by-turn directions and haptic alerts are not yet available on wearables, but will be soon!
Will TBT drain my battery?
No, turn-by-turn directions should not have a significant impact on your battery life while navigating.
I want to turn off turn-by-turn - how do I do so?
You can swipe away the banner at the top. We’ll also be releasing a toggle to permanently disable TBT directions in June 2026!
If I switch to a new route in the middle of navigating, should I still see turn-by-turn directions?
Yes, you should be able to see directions for the new trail as long as they’re available.
Should I be able to see the turn directions if I do the trail in reverse?
Yes, the directions will dynamically update based on the direction you take the trail in.
Can I see directions if I start a trail midway?
Yes, you should be able to see directions no matter where along the trail you start.
Can I see turn-by-turn directions offline?
As long as you downloaded the trail, turns will be available offline.
How do I close out of Navigator now?
Tap ‘minimize navigator’ in the drawer.
Do I need to adjust my privacy settings to allow turn-by-turn directions to notify me?
No need, turn-by-turn directions are available regardless of privacy settings.
Does turn-by-turn also re-route me if I decide to divert from the known path midway through?
We will let you know you’re off trail, but directions only apply when you are on the trail! Please use the polyline as your guide to get back on the trail.
Does the app need to be in the foreground and my phone always on to see turn-by-turn directions?
You can turn your phone off and on and close the app, and TBT will be available when you open it back up - as long as you’re still recording your trail!
Will this work when I’m in a weak GPS signal or battery optimization mode (Android)?
It will work in both cases, but the timing of turns within weak GPS areas may be impacted.