RPC Private Trails

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Step 1: Download Gaia GPS

On iPhone / iPad

1. Open      the App Store 
2. Tap      the search bar and type “Gaia GPS” 
3. Find      the app (green icon with a white mountain) 
4. Tap Get     → authenticate with Face ID / password 

On Android

1. Open      the Google Play Store 
2. Search      for “Gaia GPS” 
3. Tap Install 

Step 2: Create an Account

1. Open      the app after installing 
2. Tap JOIN  NOW (This is a free app. There is no need to upgrade.)
3. Choose      one: 
   • Email       + password 
   • Google       / Apple login 

1. Follow      prompts to finish setup 

Step 3: Learn the Main Screen

When you open Gaia GPS, you’ll see:

• Map      view → your main navigation screen 
• Location      arrow → shows where you are 
• Search      button → find trails, parks, or places 
• Layers      icon → change map types (satellite, topo, etc.) 

Spend a minute zooming and moving the map around.

Step 4: Find a Trail or Location

1. Tap Search 
2. Type a      place (example: a state park or hiking trail) 
3. Tap      the result 
4. Select      View on Map 

Step 5: Record Your First Track

This is how you track a hike:

1. Tap      the Record button (usually a circle or “+” icon) 
2. Tap Start      Recording 
3. Start      walking / hiking  
4. When      finished: 
   • Tap Stop 
   • Save       your track (name it if you want) 

     

Step 6: Import Rustling Pines Campground Maps and SAVE for Offline Use (VERY important)

If you’ll be somewhere without signal:

Click Here and Save Offline: https://www.gaiagps.com/map/?loc=11.4/-84.2475/37.1620&pubLink=HL5eEuPZo2HBUjz9BYv1UwR5&folderId=9b54560f-a1de-4c6c-86ec-5dc9d9eae078

Now you can use maps without internet 

Beginner Tips

• Always download maps before heading out 
• Turn on location services in your phone settings 
• Practice using the app before a real trip