Plan smarter national park trips with AI itineraries, offline GPS maps, expert-written guides, and real-time park alerts—so you can explore confidently, even when cell service disappears.
Whether it’s your first visit or your tenth road trip, Chimani helps you discover the best hikes, scenic drives, viewpoints, wildlife spots, and family-friendly stops—while keeping you up to date on trail, road, and weather conditions.
Park Assistant – Your On-Trail Helper (NEW)
Meet Park Assistant, your in-app companion for quick, practical park answers—even offline:
• “Where's the closest restroom?"
• “What’s the best short hike near me?”
• “Where should I go for sunrise?”
Use it to plan ahead and make smarter decisions on the go—especially when conditions change fast.
AI Trip Planner – Built Around You
Let Chimani tailor a personalized national park itinerary based on your travel style:
• Activity level – scenic drives to big hiking days
• Interests – wildlife, photography, history, waterfalls, geology
• Kid-friendly picks – easy trails and educational stops
• Sunrise & sunset – best golden-hour viewpoints
• Map-based planning – visualize your trip (and download for offline use)
Offline Maps & GPS Navigation – No Signal, No Problem
Download maps and guides before you go and keep exploring off the grid:
• GPS-enabled trail maps and key waypoints
• Visitor centers, parking, campgrounds, overlooks
• Offline access to essential park info
Live Park Alerts – Stay in the Know
Get real-time updates to help you adjust your day:
• Trail and road conditions
• Weather and safety alerts
• Wildlife sightings and notable viewpoints
• Parking availability and crowd levels
Powered by park data and community reports so you’re not surprised at the trailhead.
Travel Guides – Written by Real Humans
Professional travel writers (who’ve actually been there) share:
• Must-see highlights and lesser-known gems
• Park history, geology, and wildlife context
• Seasonal recommendations and itinerary ideas
• Practical details: fees, hours, pets, safety, and more
Explore Across Parks
Chimani covers all U.S. national parks, plus select parks in Canada and the U.K. Explore places like Yosemite, Yellowstone, Grand Canyon, Zion, Glacier, Acadia, Great Smoky Mountains, and more.
Chimani Premium – Go Pro
Upgrade for more planning power:
• Unlimited AI-generated itineraries
• Unlimited Park Assistant questions
• Offline maps and navigation
• Ad-free experience
Plans start at $19.99/month or $34.99/year.
Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled 24 hours before the billing cycle ends.
Good to Know
• Sign-up required to bookmark parks, check in, and back up your trips
• Continued GPS use in the background may reduce battery life
• Need help? support@chimani.com
Terms: https://www.chimani.com/termsofservice.html
Privacy: https://www.chimani.com/privacy.html
I’ve been using this app for many years and find it incredibly useful! There are a few little things that have been identified in other reviews, so I’m not going to repeat them. This app is well worth having and using if you frequent the National Parks - especially if you hike into the parks, beyond the parking lots and congestion. I spend a lot of time on remote trails, and some not so remote. There have been several times this app helped me find my way back after a long day on a confusing trail system. I always carry a paper map (as a backup), but there’s nothing like being able to view your location on a downloaded map of the trail system! Btw, I even carry a small solar panel to charge my phone.As with most apps, you MUST use it and familiarize yourself with it to fully benefit from its many features.
Developer Response
Thanks so much for the thoughtful review and for being a longtime Chimani user—we really appreciate it!We’re thrilled the app has helped you navigate those remote trails (especially after a long day out there!). Sounds like you’ve got a dialed-in setup with offline maps, paper backup, and even a solar charger—love it.Totally agree: taking time to get familiar with the features makes a big difference. Thanks again, and happy hiking!
Great App & Excellent Service
Park Adventurer
I’ve been using the Chimani app for years to keep track of our outdoor family adventures. It has great hiking maps within the national parks and the gps tagging allows you to easily keep track of your destinations and accomplishments. After recently upgrading my phone I was not able to log in because I forgot my password and didn’t have access to my old email address. I thought I had lost all of my data but Kerry with their service team came to the rescue, and did so much more quickly than I anticipated!If you spend a lot of time in the parks, this app is a must-have!
Developer Response
Thank you for the wonderful feedback! I’m so glad we could help get you back into your account—wouldn’t want to lose track of all those amazing family adventures. Wishing you many more great days out in the parks!
Accidentally renewed subscription, Creator kindly helped with canceling payment
Michaela2212
I got this app for my first camping trip, and I signed up for the free trial and forgot to cancel it before it charged me. I had planned to switch to a cheaper option, but forgot! I email the company and Kerry replied. He was very kind, understood my situation, and helped guide me through cancelling my payment. I plan to keep a less costly subscription for this app, just because the Creator was so kind!As for the usability of the app, I found it very helpful with planning hikes and for navigation. I can tell the Creator put a lot of thought into creating this app. 5 stars!!!
Record your Travels and Adventures
Snowybirds
I absolutely love the Chimani app. Awesome and fun way to keep track of your National Park travels and check in and save that you were there! No worries if you have any issues with recording your adventures just reach out to Kerry! She is outstanding with helping. It’s a great way to keep track of all the places you went and it’s simple and easy to do. The app also gives lots of great information about the parks! Everything you need is all in one place. I love it! Sign up today and you won’t be disappointed. Dana-Maree from Jersey. Enjoy your journey!
Developer Response
Thank you so much for your review! As usual, please don’t hesitate to reach out with any issues or questions! All the best…
Behind the scenes got a tune up so things run faster and feel snappier. Added more lodging options in Acadia and Zion for easier stays. And yes a few minor bugs wandered off into the woods.
Version 6.2.0
The developer, Chimani, Inc., indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
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