1. Navionics
Best for: Charts, tides, routes, and GPS tracking on water.
Navionics offers incredibly detailed marine and lake charts. Great for open-water paddlers and fishing kayakers.
Visit Navionics2. Paddle Logger
Best for: Trip recording, Apple Watch support, safety contacts.
A simple but powerful tracker designed for paddlers. Easily export trips and get distance/time data post-paddle.
Visit Paddle Logger3. Windy
Best for: Live wind and weather forecasting with visual maps.
Use Windy to check wind speeds, storm patterns, and local weather before your trip. Great for planning safe paddling days.
Visit Windy4. RiverApp
Best for: River flow data, water levels, dam releases.
This is especially helpful for whitewater paddlers or those planning trips on managed river systems.
Visit RiverApp5. Go Paddling
Best for: Finding new launch points and paddling spots near you.
Over 25,000 locations listed with reviews, photos, and launch details. Great for exploring new areas.
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