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CalTopo on Windows Pc

Developed By: CalTopo LLC

License: Free

Rating: 4,8/5 - 1.035 votes

Last Updated: April 18, 2024

Download on Windows PC

Compatible with Windows 10/11 PC & Laptop

App Details

Version 1.14.4
Size 17.4 MB
Release Date November 11, 24
Category Maps & Navigation Apps

App Permissions:
Allows applications to open network sockets. [see more (7)]

What's New:
Background map-renderer changes over 1.7.5, and small bug fixes. [see more]

Description from Developer:
The best backcountry mapping tool on the web is now available on Android.

Cloud Sync
The CalTopo app integrates with your existing caltopo.com account, and edits sync between the... [read more]

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About this app

On this page you can download CalTopo and install on Windows PC. CalTopo is free Maps & Navigation app, developed by CalTopo LLC. Latest version of CalTopo is 1.14.4, was released on 2024-11-11 (updated on 2024-04-18). Estimated number of the downloads is more than 100,000. Overall rating of CalTopo is 4,8. Generally most of the top apps on Android Store have rating of 4+. This app had been rated by 1,035 users, 10 users had rated it 5*, 901 users had rated it 1*.

How to install CalTopo on Windows?

Instruction on how to install CalTopo on Windows 10 Windows 11 PC & Laptop

In this post, I am going to show you how to install CalTopo on Windows PC by using Android App Player such as BlueStacks, LDPlayer, Nox, KOPlayer, ...

Before you start, you will need to download the APK/XAPK installer file, you can find download button on top of this page. Save it to easy-to-find location.

[Note] You can also download older versions of this app on bottom of this page.

Below you will find a detailed step-by-step guide, but I want to give you a fast overview of how it works. All you need is an emulator that will emulate an Android device on your Windows PC and then you can install applications and use it - you see you're playing it on Android, but this runs not on a smartphone or tablet, it runs on a PC.

If this doesn't work on your PC, or you cannot install, comment here and we will help you!

Step By Step Guide To Install CalTopo using BlueStacks

  1. Download and Install BlueStacks at: https://www.bluestacks.com. The installation procedure is quite simple. After successful installation, open the Bluestacks emulator. It may take some time to load the Bluestacks app initially. Once it is opened, you should be able to see the Home screen of Bluestacks.
  2. Open the APK/XAPK file: Double-click the APK/XAPK file to launch BlueStacks and install the application. If your APK/XAPK file doesn't automatically open BlueStacks, right-click on it and select Open with... Browse to the BlueStacks. You can also drag-and-drop the APK/XAPK file onto the BlueStacks home screen
  3. Once installed, click "CalTopo" icon on the home screen to start using, it'll work like a charm :D

[Note 1] For better performance and compatibility, choose BlueStacks 5 Nougat 64-bit read more

[Note 2] about Bluetooth: At the moment, support for Bluetooth is not available on BlueStacks. Hence, apps that require control of Bluetooth may not work on BlueStacks.

How to install CalTopo on Windows PC using NoxPlayer

  1. Download & Install NoxPlayer at: https://www.bignox.com. The installation is easy to carry out.
  2. Drag the APK/XAPK file to the NoxPlayer interface and drop it to install
  3. The installation process will take place quickly. After successful installation, you can find "CalTopo" on the home screen of NoxPlayer, just click to open it.

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The best backcountry mapping tool on the web is now available on Android.

Cloud Sync
The CalTopo app integrates with your existing caltopo.com account, and edits sync between the two in seconds. Plan your trip using CalTopo's best-in-class mapping tools and then seamlessly transition to your phone. Once in the field, sync your GPS track back to caltopo.com in real time, or drop markers and instantly share them with friends.

Amazing Maps
Access CalTopo layers not available elsewhere, including the MapBuilder series, land management, sun exposure, fire activity and custom terrain shading. Pre-packaged map files (subscription required) make for speedy offline downloads and simplified data management. An elevation data layer supports measuring profiles and point elevations, even when offline.

Real-Time Data
NOAA weather forecast visualizations and MODIS satellite imagery aid in-field decision making. Coming soon: SNOTEL, weather stations, streamflows and forecast grid data points.
Background map-renderer changes over 1.7.5, and small bug fixes.
Allows applications to open network sockets.
Allows an app to access approximate location.
Allows an app to access precise location.
Required to be able to access the camera device.
Allows an application to read from external storage.
Allows applications to access information about networks.
Allows using PowerManager WakeLocks to keep processor from sleeping or screen from dimming.