Cades Cove Explorer Downloads & RevenueCades Cove Explorer · App Store
Cades Cove Explorer is #64 in Travel Paid in United States and charting in 1 of 30 countries we track.
Updated 9 Nov 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
DeveloperCHARLES GREGORY GILLUM
CategoryTravel
Price0.99 USD
Released
Rating★ 5.0 (13)
Version1.3.3
Age rating4+
First seen by us
6 Oct 2026
6 Oct 2026Installs (est.)1k+ worldwide
📈Dropped out of every chart we track🆕First spotted by AppInsider🆕Its developer released another app: Tennessee Historical Markers📦Version 1.3.3
Full timeline · 5 events
- 📈Cades Cove Explorer dropped out of every chart we trackLast seen 4 Nov
- 🆕Cades Cove Explorer first spotted by AppInsider#56 in Top Paid · Travel · United States
- 🆕Cades Cove Explorer: its developer released another app: Tennessee Historical Markers
- 📦Cades Cove Explorer version 1.3.3Crossroad shortcut tracking — Users taking Hyatt Lane or Sparks Lane are now correctly detected as on-route (within 100m of the lane geometry) with status banners like "On Hyatt Lane shortcut," instead of being falsely marked off-loop with no recovery.
Narration audio hijack fix — Touching the screen during authentic voice playback no longer causes the narration to switch to device TTS.… more - 🆕Cades Cove Explorer released on the App Store
Collected from the stores by AppInsider since we first spotted the app. Dates are when we saw each change.
Rating
5.0 ★
13 ratings
Measured
Best rank now
#64
Travel PaidMeasured
Cades Cove Explorer on the App Store
App details
App ID
6768074552
Publisher
CHARLES GREGORY GILLUM
On the store since
May 2026
Under a year
Minimum OS
iOS 15.0+
iPhone 6s and later
Devices
iPhone · iPad
Universal purchase
Content rating
4+
Languages
1
EN
Size
106 MB
Also listed in
Lifestyle
Cades Cove Explorer downloads
Worldwide, per day, and installs to date. The band is open; the exact number is free with an account.
How this is calculated
Apple publishes no download counts. App Store downloads come from chart positions and daily rating growth per country, calibrated on Google Play install counts; lifetime installs from ratings worldwide × installs per rating. Confidence is the chance the real number is within half to double ours.
Where Cades Cove Explorer's downloads come from Modelled
Last 30 days: organic search, browsing the store, features and paid ads.
Active users
All platforms, worldwide. Free with an account.
Stickiness (DAU / MAU)
how many monthly users open it on a given day
How this is calculated
Monthly users come from lifetime installs across every store, fitted on monthly active user figures companies publish; daily users = monthly × the typical daily/monthly ratio for the category. Confidence is the chance the real number is within half to double ours.
Where it ranks now
Every top chart it appears in across 30 countries.
| Country | Charts | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| United States | TravelPaid | #64 |
Apps near Cades Cove Explorer on the chart
Travel Paid, around #64.
Ratings
App Store, worldwide.
Rating
5.0 ★
13 ratings
Measured
Ratings
13
Measured
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisNew ratings a week
under 1
4-week average
Lifetime rating
5.0★
recent stars not readable yet: new ratings are a tiny share of the total
Review momentum
20/100
faster than 0% of Travel apps
Review momentum (0-100) blends how fast the app collects ratings compared with other apps in its category (60%), whether that pace is speeding up (25%) and what recent raters give it (15%; recent stars well below lifetime pull it down). Ratings counts are read daily. A jump usually means a launch, a feature, ads or a new review prompt.
About Cades Cove Explorer
Discover the magic of Cades Cove like never before with the ultimate GPS-guided tour companion. Cades Cove Explorer brings the history, wildlife, and stunning landscapes of the Great Smoky Mountains to life with a high-fidelity, interactive experience designed to work perfectly—even with zero cell service.
Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned explorer, our app transforms your drive around the 11-mile loop into an immersive journey through time.
### KEY FEATURES:
* **AUTOMATIC GPS NARRATION**: No need to fumble with your phone. As you approach historic cabins, churches, and grist mills, the app automatically triggers authentic narrations about the families who once called this valley home.
* **OFFLINE TOPOGRAPHICAL MAPS**: Cell service is non-existent in the Cove, but we've got you covered. Our custom-cached 3D topographical maps work 100% offline, showing you exactly where you are and what’s around the next bend.
* **AUTHENTIC APPALACHIAN VOICES**: Choose between a standard guide or our "Authentic" mode, featuring local accents and dialects that capture the true spirit of the Smokies.
* **REAL-TIME PROGRESS TRACKING**: See your exact position on the loop, track your distance to upcoming stops, and find the nearest exits (like Sparks or Hyatt Lane) with ease.
* **BEAT THE TRAFFIC ANXIETY**: Cades Cove can get crowded and traffic backups are common. Our app takes the stress out of the wait by showing you exactly how far it is to the next restroom (Cable Mill) or how to exit the loop early via Sparks Lane or Hyatt Lane.
* **VIVID HISTORIC INSIGHTS**: Dive deep into the stories of the John Oliver Cabin, the Cable Mill, and the Missionary Baptist Church with beautiful imagery and detailed historical context.
### DESIGNED FOR THE COVE:
* **NO SIGNAL? NO PROBLEM**: All maps, audio narrations, and historical data are bundled directly into the app for a seamless offline experience.
* **BATTERY OPTIMIZED**: Designed to run efficiently while you drive, ensuring you have plenty of power for photos at the end of the loop.
* **HANDS-FREE SAFETY**: The app is built for drivers. Set it and forget it—the GPS does the work while you focus on the road (and the bears!).
### EXPLORE AT YOUR OWN PACE:
Take the full tour or jump in anywhere. Use the interactive map to browse landmarks from your hotel room before you arrive, then switch to Tour Mode for the live experience on the road.
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**IMPORTANT NOTE ON GPS:**
Cades Cove Explorer uses your device's GPS to provide real-time navigation and audio triggers. Continued use of GPS running in the background can significantly decrease battery life. We recommend using a car charger during your tour.
**PRIVACY:**
Your location is processed locally and never leaves your device. We respect your privacy so you can focus on the scenery.
Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned explorer, our app transforms your drive around the 11-mile loop into an immersive journey through time.
### KEY FEATURES:
* **AUTOMATIC GPS NARRATION**: No need to fumble with your phone. As you approach historic cabins, churches, and grist mills, the app automatically triggers authentic narrations about the families who once called this valley home.
* **OFFLINE TOPOGRAPHICAL MAPS**: Cell service is non-existent in the Cove, but we've got you covered. Our custom-cached 3D topographical maps work 100% offline, showing you exactly where you are and what’s around the next bend.
* **AUTHENTIC APPALACHIAN VOICES**: Choose between a standard guide or our "Authentic" mode, featuring local accents and dialects that capture the true spirit of the Smokies.
* **REAL-TIME PROGRESS TRACKING**: See your exact position on the loop, track your distance to upcoming stops, and find the nearest exits (like Sparks or Hyatt Lane) with ease.
* **BEAT THE TRAFFIC ANXIETY**: Cades Cove can get crowded and traffic backups are common. Our app takes the stress out of the wait by showing you exactly how far it is to the next restroom (Cable Mill) or how to exit the loop early via Sparks Lane or Hyatt Lane.
* **VIVID HISTORIC INSIGHTS**: Dive deep into the stories of the John Oliver Cabin, the Cable Mill, and the Missionary Baptist Church with beautiful imagery and detailed historical context.
### DESIGNED FOR THE COVE:
* **NO SIGNAL? NO PROBLEM**: All maps, audio narrations, and historical data are bundled directly into the app for a seamless offline experience.
* **BATTERY OPTIMIZED**: Designed to run efficiently while you drive, ensuring you have plenty of power for photos at the end of the loop.
* **HANDS-FREE SAFETY**: The app is built for drivers. Set it and forget it—the GPS does the work while you focus on the road (and the bears!).
### EXPLORE AT YOUR OWN PACE:
Take the full tour or jump in anywhere. Use the interactive map to browse landmarks from your hotel room before you arrive, then switch to Tour Mode for the live experience on the road.
---
**IMPORTANT NOTE ON GPS:**
Cades Cove Explorer uses your device's GPS to provide real-time navigation and audio triggers. Continued use of GPS running in the background can significantly decrease battery life. We recommend using a car charger during your tour.
**PRIVACY:**
Your location is processed locally and never leaves your device. We respect your privacy so you can focus on the scenery.
Latest updates
1.3.3
Crossroad shortcut tracking — Users taking Hyatt Lane or Sparks Lane are now correctly detected as on-route (within 100m of the lane geometry) with status banners like "On Hyatt Lane shortcut," instead of being falsely marked off-loop with no recovery.
Narration audio hijack fix — Touching the screen during authentic voice playback no longer causes the narration to switch to device TTS.
