National Park Service Downloads & RevenueNational Park Service · App Store & Google Play
National Park Service gets 1k+ downloads a day worldwide (AppInsider estimate, November 2026, rounded down to a band).
National Park Service by National Park Service is on App Store and Google Play. Active Users (MAU & DAU), Downloads, rankings, keywords, revenue, and rating totals.
National Park Service update history & changes
Last change · 10 events since 1 Feb 2021Full timeline ↓📦AndroidUpdated to version 2.16.0📦iOSUpdated to version 2.18📦iOSUpdated to version 2.17📦AndroidUpdated to version 2.15.0🆕AndroidFirst spotted by AppInsider🆕iOSFirst spotted by AppInsider🆕iOSReleased on the App Store🆕AndroidReleased on Google Play
Full timeline · 10 events
- 📦National Park Service updated to version 2.16.0AndroidStability enhancements
- 📦National Park Service updated to version 2.18iOSLots of under the hood fixes and improvements.
- 📦National Park Service updated to version 2.17iOS- TIMELINES: New interactive park timeline feature is now available at beta parks, with dates, events, and related places.
- SOUNDSCAPES: Browse Isle Royale soundscapes on the Park Map with audio, descriptions and categories.
- TRAILS: Discover hiking and walking trails across select parks where trail information has been published.
- Improved maps, offline content, widgets, events, transit, webcams, and accessibility.
- Additional fixes improve overall reliability and usability.… more - 📦National Park Service updated to version 2.15.0Android- TIMELINES: New interactive park timeline feature is now available at beta parks, with dates, events, and related places.
- SOUNDSCAPES: Browse Isle Royale soundscapes on the Park Map with audio, descriptions and categories.
- TRAILS: Discover hiking and walking trails across select parks where trail information has been published.
- Improved maps, offline content, events, transit, webcams, and accessibility.
- Additional fixes improve overall reliability and usability.… more - 🆕National Park Service first spotted by AppInsiderAndroidUnited States
- 🆕National Park Service first spotted by AppInsideriOS#82 in Top Free · Travel · United States
- 📦National Park Service version 2.16iOS- AR Peak Finder now shows peak elevations.
- Safety alerts follow their configured seasonal dates.
- Trail filters are clearer and more informative.
- Additional fixes for events, trails, tours, maps, and digital passes.… more - 📦National Park Service version 2.14.0Android- Peak Finder now loads park-specific configuration and shows peak elevations
- Android Auto crash fixed
- Other fixes and improvements - 🆕National Park Service released on the App StoreiOS
- 🆕National Park Service released on Google PlayAndroid
Collected from the stores by AppInsider since we first spotted the app. Dates are when we saw each change.
Rating
4.9 ★
174k ratings, both stores
Measured
Best rank now
#83
Android · 
Travel & Local Free
Travel & Local FreeMeasured
New ratings a week
1,191
▼ -27% vs the 2 weeks before (App Store)
Measured
App Store
App details
App ID
1549226484
Publisher
National Park Service
Publisher country
United States
On the store since
Feb 2021
5 years on the store
Minimum OS
iOS 15.0+
iPhone 6s and later
Devices
iPhone · iPad
Universal purchase
Content rating
4+
Languages
1
EN
Size
121 MB
Also listed in
Education
Google Play
App details
App ID
gov.nps.mobileapp
Publisher
National Park Service
Publisher country
United States
Content rating
Everyone
National Park Service downloads & installs
Both stores, worldwide. Bands are open; exact numbers are free with an account.
| Store | Downloads / day | Lifetime installs |
|---|---|---|
| App Store | 1k+ | 5M+ |
| Google Play | 500+ | 1M+ Measured |
| Total | 1k+ Confidence | 5M+ Confidence |
How this is calculated
App Store: chart positions and rating growth per country, anchored on its own Android downloads; lifetime from ratings worldwide × installs per rating. Google Play: the daily change in its exact install count. The total adds every store.
Where National Park Service'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
Retention · share of new users still active
Day 1
Day 7
Day 30
Time spent · per daily user
Average time spent Pro
min a day
Sessions a day Pro
Time per session Pro
min
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
Both stores, across every country we track.
| Store | Best rank | Charting in | US Top Free | US Top Grossing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| App Store | #137 Travel Free | 1 of 30 countries | #137 | – |
| Google Play | #83 Travel & Local Free | 1 of 23 countries | #83 | – |
Full chart lists: App Store · Google Play.
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisApp Store
New ratings a week
985
▼ -27% vs the 2 weeks before
Recent ratings
4.9★
vs 4.9★ lifetime
Review momentum
79/100
faster than 97% of Travel apps
Google Play
New ratings a week
206
▼ -33% vs the 2 weeks before
Written reviews a week
8.4
Google Play
Recent ratings
5.0★
vs 4.9★ lifetime
Recent written reviews
4.7★
people who write skew negative
Review momentum
67/100
faster than 78% of Travel and local 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.
Ratings
Both stores. Store data, measured.
| Store | Rating | Ratings |
|---|---|---|
| App Store | 4.9 ★ | 138k |
| Google Play | 4.9 ★ | 36k 1.9k written reviews |
| Both stores | 4.9 ★ weighted by ratings | 174k |
What users say about National Park Service
From the 138 most recent Google Play reviews in the US.
Mostly positive (94% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for being useful, and being easy to use.
What people like
- Useful: “Lots of useful information”
- Ease of use: “Integrated and easy to use”
- Fun: “We enjoyed getting lost in the preserve”
- Connection & sync: “Works very well without internet access!”
About National Park Service
The Official NPS App – Your Ultimate National Park Companion!
Download parks before your visit and use the app when there is no internet.
• Explore 420+ national parks effortlessly with interactive maps, self-guided tours, and essential on-the-ground information.
• Interactive Maps: Plan your trip with detailed park maps, including points of interest, trails, and essential information.
• Park Tours: Discover park highlights with self-guided tours, just like having a ranger by your side.
• Amenities: Find transportation, dining, restrooms, and more for a hassle-free visit.
• Plan Your Visit: Access fee and pass information, operating hours, and other essential details to help you plan your visit.
• Accessibility: Enjoy a fully accessible experience with audio descriptions for points of interest and exhibits, making it inclusive for all.
• Offline Use: No internet? No worries! Download park content for offline exploration, perfect for remote areas.
• Park of the Day Widget: Add it to your iOS widgets and discover a new NPS-managed site each day.
• Things to Do: Explore hiking, bus tours, museums, ranger programs, and more for a fun-filled visit.
• News, Alerts & Events: Stay updated with park news and events.
• Passport Stamps, Fees & More: Access park-specific details all in one place.
Discover all 420+ National Park System sites, from iconic landmarks like Yellowstone and Yosemite to hidden gems. Download the official NPS App now for an unforgettable park adventure!
Download parks before your visit and use the app when there is no internet.
• Explore 420+ national parks effortlessly with interactive maps, self-guided tours, and essential on-the-ground information.
• Interactive Maps: Plan your trip with detailed park maps, including points of interest, trails, and essential information.
• Park Tours: Discover park highlights with self-guided tours, just like having a ranger by your side.
• Amenities: Find transportation, dining, restrooms, and more for a hassle-free visit.
• Plan Your Visit: Access fee and pass information, operating hours, and other essential details to help you plan your visit.
• Accessibility: Enjoy a fully accessible experience with audio descriptions for points of interest and exhibits, making it inclusive for all.
• Offline Use: No internet? No worries! Download park content for offline exploration, perfect for remote areas.
• Park of the Day Widget: Add it to your iOS widgets and discover a new NPS-managed site each day.
• Things to Do: Explore hiking, bus tours, museums, ranger programs, and more for a fun-filled visit.
• News, Alerts & Events: Stay updated with park news and events.
• Passport Stamps, Fees & More: Access park-specific details all in one place.
Discover all 420+ National Park System sites, from iconic landmarks like Yellowstone and Yosemite to hidden gems. Download the official NPS App now for an unforgettable park adventure!
National Park Service App Store
National Park Service gets 1k+ downloads a day worldwide (AppInsider estimate, November 2026, rounded down to a band).
National Park Service is #137 in Travel Free in United States and charting in 1 of 30 countries we track.
Updated 11 Nov 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
DeveloperNational Park Service
CategoryTravel
PriceFree
Released
Rating★ 4.9 (138k)
Version2.18
Age rating4+
First seen by us 25 Sep 2026
25 Sep 2026Installs (est.)5M+ worldwide
Rating
4.9 ★
138k ratings
Measured
Best rank now
#137
Travel FreeMeasured
New ratings a week
985
▼ -27% vs the 2 weeks before
Measured
National Park Service on the App Store
App details
App ID
1549226484
Publisher
National Park Service
Publisher country
United States
On the store since
Feb 2021
5 years on the store
Minimum OS
iOS 15.0+
iPhone 6s and later
Devices
iPhone · iPad
Universal purchase
Content rating
4+
Languages
1
EN
Size
121 MB
Also listed in
Education
National Park Service 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 National Park Service'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
Retention · share of new users still active
Day 1
Day 7
Day 30
Time spent · per daily user
Average time spent Pro
min a day
Sessions a day Pro
Time per session Pro
min
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 | TravelFree | #137 |
Apps near National Park Service on the chart
Travel Free, around #137.
Ratings
App Store, worldwide.
Rating
4.9 ★
138k ratings
Measured
Ratings
138k
Measured
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisNew ratings a week
985
▼ -27% vs the 2 weeks before
Recent ratings
4.9★
vs 4.9★ lifetime
Review momentum
79/100
faster than 97% 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 National Park Service
The Official NPS App – Your Ultimate National Park Companion!
Download parks before your visit and use the app when there is no internet.
• Explore 420+ national parks effortlessly with interactive maps, self-guided tours, and essential on-the-ground information.
• Interactive Maps: Plan your trip with detailed park maps, including points of interest, trails, and essential information.
• Park Tours: Discover park highlights with self-guided tours, just like having a ranger by your side.
• Amenities: Find transportation, dining, restrooms, and more for a hassle-free visit.
• Plan Your Visit: Access fee and pass information, operating hours, and other essential details to help you plan your visit.
• Accessibility: Enjoy a fully accessible experience with audio descriptions for points of interest and exhibits, making it inclusive for all.
• Offline Use: No internet? No worries! Download park content for offline exploration, perfect for remote areas.
• Park of the Day Widget: Add it to your iOS widgets and discover a new NPS-managed site each day.
• Things to Do: Explore hiking, bus tours, museums, ranger programs, and more for a fun-filled visit.
• News, Alerts & Events: Stay updated with park news and events.
• Passport Stamps, Fees & More: Access park-specific details all in one place.
Discover all 420+ National Park System sites, from iconic landmarks like Yellowstone and Yosemite to hidden gems. Download the official NPS App now for an unforgettable park adventure!
Download parks before your visit and use the app when there is no internet.
• Explore 420+ national parks effortlessly with interactive maps, self-guided tours, and essential on-the-ground information.
• Interactive Maps: Plan your trip with detailed park maps, including points of interest, trails, and essential information.
• Park Tours: Discover park highlights with self-guided tours, just like having a ranger by your side.
• Amenities: Find transportation, dining, restrooms, and more for a hassle-free visit.
• Plan Your Visit: Access fee and pass information, operating hours, and other essential details to help you plan your visit.
• Accessibility: Enjoy a fully accessible experience with audio descriptions for points of interest and exhibits, making it inclusive for all.
• Offline Use: No internet? No worries! Download park content for offline exploration, perfect for remote areas.
• Park of the Day Widget: Add it to your iOS widgets and discover a new NPS-managed site each day.
• Things to Do: Explore hiking, bus tours, museums, ranger programs, and more for a fun-filled visit.
• News, Alerts & Events: Stay updated with park news and events.
• Passport Stamps, Fees & More: Access park-specific details all in one place.
Discover all 420+ National Park System sites, from iconic landmarks like Yellowstone and Yosemite to hidden gems. Download the official NPS App now for an unforgettable park adventure!
Latest updates
2.18
Lots of under the hood fixes and improvements.
2.17
- TIMELINES: New interactive park timeline feature is now available at beta parks, with dates, events, and related places.
- SOUNDSCAPES: Browse Isle Royale soundscapes on the Park Map with audio, descriptions and categories.
- TRAILS: Discover hiking and walking trails across select parks where trail information has been published.
- Improved maps, offline content, widgets, events, transit, webcams, and accessibility.
- Additional fixes improve overall reliability and usability.
2.16
- AR Peak Finder now shows peak elevations.
- Safety alerts follow their configured seasonal dates.
- Trail filters are clearer and more informative.
- Additional fixes for events, trails, tours, maps, and digital passes.
More from National Park Service
National Park Service Android
National Park Service gets 1k+ downloads a day worldwide (AppInsider estimate, November 2026, rounded down to a band).
National Park Service is #83 in Travel & Local Free on Google Play in United States and charting in 1 of 23 countries we track.
Updated 11 Nov 2026 · rankings refresh through the day
DeveloperNational Park Service
CategoryTravel & Local
PriceFree
Released
Installs1M+
Rating★ 4.9 (36k)
Updated
Content ratingEveryone
Rating
4.9 ★
36k ratings
Measured
Best rank now
#83
Travel & Local FreeMeasured
New ratings a week
206
▼ -33% vs the 2 weeks before
Measured
National Park Service on Google Play
App details
App ID
gov.nps.mobileapp
Publisher
National Park Service
Publisher country
United States
Content rating
Everyone
National Park Service downloads
Worldwide, per day, and installs to date. The band is open; the exact number is free with an account.
How this is calculated
Google Play shows an exact lifetime install count; downloads per day are its daily change (measured). When Play hasn't refreshed the count, they come from new ratings and Top Free chart positions. Confidence is the chance the real number is within half to double ours.
Where National Park Service'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
Retention · share of new users still active
Day 1
Day 7
Day 30
Time spent · per daily user
Average time spent Pro
min a day
Sessions a day Pro
Time per session Pro
min
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 on Google Play
Every top 200 chart it appears in across 23 countries.
| Country | Charts | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Travel & LocalFree | #83 |
Apps near National Park Service on the chart
Travel & Local Free, around #83.
Ratings
Google Play, worldwide.
Rating
4.9 ★
36k ratings
Measured
Ratings
36k
Measured
Written reviews
1.9k
Measured
Review momentum
ⓘ How we measure thisNew ratings a week
206
▼ -33% vs the 2 weeks before
Written reviews a week
8.4
Google Play
Recent ratings
5.0★
vs 4.9★ lifetime
Recent written reviews
4.7★
people who write skew negative
Review momentum
67/100
faster than 78% of Travel and local 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.
What users say about National Park Service
From the 138 most recent Google Play reviews in the US.
Mostly positive (94% of recent reviews give 4–5 stars). People like it for being useful, and being easy to use.
What people like
- Useful: “Lots of useful information”
- Ease of use: “Integrated and easy to use”
- Fun: “We enjoyed getting lost in the preserve”
- Connection & sync: “Works very well without internet access!”
About National Park Service
The Official NPS App – Your Ultimate National Park Companion!
• Explore 420+ national parks effortlessly with interactive maps, self-guided tours, and essential on-the-ground information.
• Offline Use: No internet? No worries! Download park content for offline exploration, perfect for remote areas.
• Interactive Maps: Plan your trip with detailed park maps, including points of interest, trails, and essential information.
• Park Tours: Discover park highlights with self-guided tours, just like having a ranger by your side.
• Amenities: Find transportation, dining, restrooms, and more for a hassle-free visit.
• Plan Your Visit: Access fee and pass information, operating hours, and other essential details to help you plan your visit.
• Accessibility: Enjoy a fully accessible experience with audio descriptions for points of interest and exhibits, making it inclusive for all.
• Park of the Day Widget: Add it to your iOS widgets and discover a new NPS-managed site each day.
• Things to Do: Explore hiking, bus tours, museums, ranger programs, and more for a fun-filled visit.
• News, Alerts & Events: Stay updated with park news and events.
• Passport Stamps, Fees & More: Access park-specific details all in one place.
• Visits Feature: Scan your phone’s photos to detect National Park visits and map the parks you’ve been to.
Discover all 420+ National Park System sites, from iconic landmarks like Yellowstone and Yosemite to hidden gems. Download the official NPS App now for an unforgettable park adventure!
• Explore 420+ national parks effortlessly with interactive maps, self-guided tours, and essential on-the-ground information.
• Offline Use: No internet? No worries! Download park content for offline exploration, perfect for remote areas.
• Interactive Maps: Plan your trip with detailed park maps, including points of interest, trails, and essential information.
• Park Tours: Discover park highlights with self-guided tours, just like having a ranger by your side.
• Amenities: Find transportation, dining, restrooms, and more for a hassle-free visit.
• Plan Your Visit: Access fee and pass information, operating hours, and other essential details to help you plan your visit.
• Accessibility: Enjoy a fully accessible experience with audio descriptions for points of interest and exhibits, making it inclusive for all.
• Park of the Day Widget: Add it to your iOS widgets and discover a new NPS-managed site each day.
• Things to Do: Explore hiking, bus tours, museums, ranger programs, and more for a fun-filled visit.
• News, Alerts & Events: Stay updated with park news and events.
• Passport Stamps, Fees & More: Access park-specific details all in one place.
• Visits Feature: Scan your phone’s photos to detect National Park visits and map the parks you’ve been to.
Discover all 420+ National Park System sites, from iconic landmarks like Yellowstone and Yosemite to hidden gems. Download the official NPS App now for an unforgettable park adventure!
What's new in 2.16.0
Stability enhancements