Latest about Navigation
Disaster! Your phone just died in the middle of a hike, and you were using it to navigate – now what do you do?
We speak to mountain rescue about reducing your reliance on your phone when you're out on the trail
Strava strives to settle subscriber strife with suite of new updates
Strava announces a quartet of updates to the platform to make planning and sharing activities easier for its users
Letting Apple Maps plan my hike wasn’t a total disaster – but there are 4 reasons I wouldn’t do it again
We check out iOS 18’s new custom route function on the trail
How to navigate in winter: our top tips
The challenge of navigating in winter is greater than at other times of the year, here’s how to manage it
5 reasons you need a compass: safe and enjoyable nav in the great outdoors
We asked one of our hiking experts to explain the reasons you need a compass: from the rewards of backcountry navigation to its safety benefits
Hikers promised a better navigation experience with new Apple Maps update
New features improve navigation and provide greater detail for hikers relying on the app
The best navigation apps 2025: find your way in the great outdoors
Our pick of the best navigation apps for route planning, nav during adventures, sharing experiences and inspiration
Types of compass and how to choose the right navigational tool for your outdoor adventures
We take a look at different types of compass and consider which are best suited to activities like trail running, day hikes and longer treks
