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Slope Angle Overlay

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The slope angle overlay colors the map by how steep the terrain is. If you're in an area prone to avalanches, it's an easy way to see which slopes to avoid. If you travel off-trail, it helps you pick a smoother line and steer clear of very steep climbs.

How to turn on the overlay

  1. Tap the Maps button in the toolbar.

    The Maps button in the map toolbarThe Maps button in the map toolbar
  2. Scroll down to Terrain and tap Slope Angle.

    Slope Angle in the Terrain sectionSlope Angle in the Terrain section
The map with the slope angle overlay turned on
Shown on Android — iPhone looks slightly different.

How to customize the colors

  1. Tap the settings icon on the Slope Angle overlay. You can also tap and hold it, then tap Settings.

    Opening the Slope Angle overlay settingsOpening the Slope Angle overlay settings
  2. Tap Configure Colors.

    The Configure Colors option in the overlay settingsThe Configure Colors option in the overlay settings
  3. Customize the colors:

    • Tap a red remove icon to remove a slope angle from the color scheme.
    • Tap the plus icon or Add Angle to add a slope angle.
    • Tap an angle to edit its value.
    • Tap a color to change the color for that slope range.
    The slope angle color list with an angle and color for each rangeThe slope angle color list with an angle and color for each range

Updated October 7, 2026

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