Uploading GPX files
Ways of viewing GPX files
There are numerous apps (in browser and mobile) that you can import GPX files into, such as:
- Free apps for iOS: GPX viewer, Open GPX Tracker
- Subscription apps available on iOS: AllTrails, OutdoorActive, GPX Viewer
- Free apps for Android: GPX Viewer
- Subscription apps available on Android: AllTrails, Komoot
NOTE: When you receive the gpx files extract / unzip them if they are in a zipped file, then save them on to your PC.
How to import GPX files to Google Maps
1 - Download the GPX file downloaded
2 - Sign into Google's My Maps
3 - Click on the ‘Create a New Map’ button in the top-left corner.
4 - Click ‘Add layer’ and then click ‘Import’.
5 - Choose the (gpx) file you wish to upload (or you can also drag and drop and it will upload automatically
How to import a GPX file into Strava
1 - Download the GPX file
2 - Sign in to Strava and Select ‘Dashboard’ from the top navigation menu.
3 - Select ‘My Routes’
4 - Select 'Create new route’
5 - Click the upload button and choose the gpx file you require (from your downloads).
How to import a GPX file into a Garmin device
1 - Downloaded the GPX file
2 - In the Garmin Explore App go to ‘Map’.
3 - Click ‘+’
4 - Select a file source, then select the gpx you require from your downloads.
5 - Click 'Done'
For more advice importing gpx files for some of the most popular devices and Apps see the links below:
Garmin - Importing a Third-Party Course
