Report updated Apr 7, 2026
Smokies 900
v1.3Dedicated hikers and outdoor enthusiasts specifically focused on completing the 900-mile trail challenge in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
What Is Smokies 900?
Launched Apr 15, 2025
Updated Apr 2026
What are the key features?
High-contrast visual map of the entire park to track conquered vs. remaining trails.
Ability to log individual segments of trails rather than just whole-trail completion.
Curated list of 120+ official trails with status filtering (Completed, In Progress, Not Started).
Attach photos to trail logs to create a visual diary of hiking progress.
Local database access for logging progress without cellular signal.
Monitor total mileage and percentage completion stats.
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How is it ranked?
| Chart | Rank | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Paid | #17 | ▼6 |
What are the pros and cons?
Pros
- Hyper-niche focus on GSMNP 900-mile challenge
- Granular section-by-section trail tracking
- Reliable offline database for remote use
Cons
- Zero ratings or reviews to provide social proof
- Inconsistent pricing between iOS and Android
- No website or social media presence
What is the market outlook?
Growth Opportunities
- Gamification of trail challenges (badges/leaderboards)
- Expansion to other National Park trail challenges
- Partnerships with local hiking organizations
Market Threats
- Direct competition from '900 Miler' app
- Market leaders like AllTrails adding challenge-specific features
- Recent decline in App Store rankings
Who competes with Smokies 900?
The Nemesis
Why it's a threat
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Offline Maps & Safety Alerts
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Custom Route Builder
Peers
Competes for users who want detailed performance analytics and segment-based tracking for their hiking miles.
Athlete Intelligence (AI)
Focuses on route planning and tracking with a strong emphasis on community-sourced trail data and offline maps.
Sport-Specific Route Planning
onX Backcountry: Trail GPS App
★4.7 (6K)onXmaps, Inc.
Provides robust offline navigation and trail tracking for serious outdoor enthusiasts in remote environments.
Provides robust offline navigation and trail tracking for serious outdoor enthusiasts in remote environments.
Relive: Hike & Ride Memories
★4.8 (69K)Relive B.V.
Overlaps with the 'Photo Memories' feature by creating visual 3D stories of hiking journeys and trail logs.
Overlaps with the 'Photo Memories' feature by creating visual 3D stories of hiking journeys and trail logs.
What are the key takeaways?
Smokies 900 is a divisive health & fitness app that is a paid app.
Best for: Dedicated hikers and outdoor enthusiasts specifically focused on completing the 900-mile trail challenge in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
How much does it cost?
Model: paid
The app uses a fragmented pricing model, positioning itself as a premium tool on iOS while remaining free on Android, likely to lower the barrier for user acquisition on the latter.
iOS Version
1.3
Android Version
1.12.4
Release Date
Apr 15, 2025
iOS Price
$4.99
Android Price
Free