ABOUT TRAIL TRACKER
SEARCHING TRAILS
UPLOADING A TRAIL
FAQS
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About Trail Tracker
Simply, Trail Tracker is both a user-generated trail guide and an
interactive tool geared toward improving the planning and sharing of
off-road excursions. Drivers can create visual interactive trips by
uploading GPS data and photos.
Searching Trails
Click on "Search" button. Search one of three ways:
1) Search in search field. In the search field, type in one of
the following: trail location or name of driver who uploaded the trip
or keyword. Click "Search." A list then appears.
2) Search using map. You can search trails by state by clicking
on the appropriate state on the map of the U.S.A.
3) Browse. After searching by state, you can filter your search
by city. On the left-hand side of the screen, a state search will
yield a list of cities in that state and the number of trails
currently uploaded from that city on Trail Tracker.
Uploading a Trail
1. Log in to the site.
2. Click on "Create Trip" or "Upload" button.
3. Click on "Choose File" to select your trail from your computer.
4. Then click "Okay" to upload GPX file to Trail Tracker.
For Garmin users:
Install the Garmin plug-in to upload GPS data directly from your
Garmin device.
Download for: Windows
/ Mac
Selecting Trail Rating for Each Trail Uploaded
Asphalt & Scenic
Paved or improved road. More than adequate passing room on all sections. Okay with either 2- or 4-wheel drive. Picturesque views available throughout the drive. Suitable for all vehicles.
1-3: Easy
Gravel, dirt, clay, sand or mildly rocky road. Low water levels. Full width with adequate room to pass most of the time. Minor sideways tilt. Four-wheel drive recommended, but some may be suitable for 2-wheel. Suggested vehicle type: Highlander and RAV4.
4-7: Moderate
Rutted dirt or rocky road. Suitable for most SUVs. Careful tire placement necessary. Four-wheel drive, low range, high ground clearance required. Skid plates and tow hooks recommended. Undercarriage may scrape. Some grades fairly steep, but manageable when dry. Soft sand possible. Narrow roads possible. Backing may be necessary to pass. Brush may touch vehicle. Rock stacking may be necessary. Suggested vehicle type: Tacoma, 4Runner, Tundra and Sequoia.
8-10: Difficult
Some may be okay for more aggressive stock vehicles, but many trails require vehicle modification. Lifts, differential lockers, aggressive articulation and/or winches recommended. Skid plates and tow hooks required. Body damage possible. Grades may be steep, with severe ground undulation. Extreme sideways tilt. Very steep sand hills with soft downslopes. Shelf roads extremely narrow; caution for full-sized vehicle. Passing may be difficult with backing required for long distances. Read trail description carefully. Suggested vehicle type: FJ Cruiser and Land Cruiser.
FAQs
How do I connect with other users?
Connect with other users by visiting their "Profile Page" and clicking on "Invite Fellow Driver."
How do I search for trails on Trail Tracker?
Please see "Searching Trails" tab.
How do I upload my trails to Trail Tracker?
Please see "Uploading a Trail" tab.
How do I know which trail rating fits my trail?
Asphalt & Scenic
Paved or improved road. More than adequate passing room on all sections. Okay with either 2- or 4-wheel drive. Picturesque views available throughout the drive. Suitable for all vehicles.
1-3: Easy
Gravel, dirt, clay, sand or mildly rocky road. Low water levels. Full width with adequate room to pass most of the time. Minor sideways tilt. Four-wheel drive recommended, but some may be suitable for 2-wheel. Suggested vehicle type: Highlander and RAV4.
4-7: Moderate
Rutted dirt or rocky road. Suitable for most SUVs. Careful tire placement necessary. Four-wheel drive, low range, high ground clearance required. Skid plates and tow hooks recommended. Undercarriage may scrape. Some grades fairly steep, but manageable when dry. Soft sand possible. Narrow roads possible. Backing may be necessary to pass. Brush may touch vehicle. Rock stacking may be necessary. Suggested vehicle type: Tacoma, 4Runner, Tundra and Sequoia.
8-10: Difficult
Some may be okay for more aggressive stock vehicles, but many trails require vehicle modification. Lifts, differential lockers, aggressive articulation and/or winches recommended. Skid plates and tow hooks required. Body damage possible. Grades may be steep, with severe ground undulation. Extreme sideways tilt. Very steep sand hills with soft downslopes. Shelf roads extremely narrow; caution for full-sized vehicle. Passing may be difficult with backing required for long distances. Read trail description carefully. Suggested vehicle type: FJ Cruiser and Land Cruiser.
How do I delete existing photos?
1. Log in and click on "Profile."
2. On personal profile page, click on the trail with photos that you would like to delete.
3. On the "Trail" page, click "Edit Trail." You will be redirected to the upload process, where you can choose to edit or delete existing photos.
How do I delete trips from "My Profile" page?
1. Log in and click "Profile."
2. Click on the trail that you would like to delete under "My Profile" page.
3. On the "Trail" page, click "Delete Trail." A pop-up box will display to confirm that you want to delete the trail. Click the "Yes"
button to delete the selected trail.
What is GPS?
Global Positioning System (GPS) is a global navigation satellite system developed by the
United States Department of Defense and managed by the United States Air Force. It can be used by anyone and is often used by civilians for
navigation purposes. It uses a constellation of between 24 and 32 satellites that transmit precise microwave signals, which allow GPS
receivers to determine their current location, the time, and velocity.
GPS devices can pinpoint exactly where they are once they pick up
signals of at least four satellites at the same time. Since it became
fully operational in 1993, GPS has become a widely used aid to
navigation worldwide.
Recent innovations in GPS technology have made the system increasingly
precise and reliable. Especially the WAAS system. WAAS is a system of
satellites and ground stations that provide GPS signal corrections,
giving you even better position accuracy. GPS devices equipped with
the WAAS system are now accurate within six feet/two meters.
What GPS devices do you recommend?
Any unit by one of the popular manufacturers (Garmin and Magellan work well). One
important feature to look for is WAAS, which increases accuracy of the unit.
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