This month, the Google Maps app has gone above and beyond for nature lovers by upgrading the user experience for popular US national parks. In celebration of National Park Week starting April 22nd and to commemorate the waiver of entrance fees, Google Maps is adding new features specifically for exploring these parks. 

Google Maps Embraces Outdoor Exploration with National Park Trail Support 

According to the story by The Verge, when users search for specific trails within a US national park, Google Maps will now display the entire trail route instead of simply showing a pin. 

The app will also be able to provide walking and biking directions to the trailhead and allow users to download a detailed park map to use offline. 

Find Out About the Most Highly-Rated National Parks on Google Maps 

In addition to the trails, those searching for popular US national parks on Google Maps will also see photo highlights for each park's most popular attractions, along with user reviews and other key information. 

Additionally, parks on the app will have ratings and reviews to help users gauge which ones are worth the visit. In fact, Google shared a list of parks with more than 1,000 reviews, each with a rating of 4.5 or higher. 

Google Maps Improves Ability to Explore American National Parks 

Sadly, these new features won't be available for all trails, especially outside US national parks. To get more detailed information for these less popular trails, AllTrails may be the better option - although users will need to purchase a subscription for offline access to its maps.

For nature lovers looking to explore American national parks, Google Maps just got a lot more helpful. The well-known Google Maps app just announced a new update that will improve the ability to explore some of America's most cherished parks. 

Explore Popular National Parks with the Google Maps App 

Starting this month and continuing into National Park Week, beginning April 22nd, Google Maps will provide users various advantages when mapping their hiking and cycling routes. 

Searching for certain national parks on the app will now result in photo previews of the popular attractions and reviews from other users, allowing for easy decision-making. 

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Notable Parks with User Ratings of 4.5 or Higher on Google Maps 

What's more, when users search for trails within these parks in the U.S., the app will give them detailed routes, walking and cycling directions, and the option to download the map without internet access. 

Regarding user ratings, Google Maps has also compiled a list of parks with over 1,000 ratings and an average rating of 4.5 or higher. 

These include Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, Kenai Fjords National Park, Rocky Mountain National Park, Badlands National Park, Mount Rainier National Park, Carlsbad Caverns National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Crater Lake National Park, Redwood National and State Parks, and so much more. 

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