GPX Viewer
View GPX files online with our free GPX Viewer. Display GPS tracks, routes, and waypoints on an interactive map, inspect coordinates, measure distance, analyze elevation, and explore your GPX data instantly without installing any software.
Upload a GPX file to see your track here
What is a GPX File?
A GPX (GPS Exchange Format) file is an XML-based file format used to store GPS data such as tracks, routes, and waypoints. GPX files are widely supported by GPS devices, fitness watches, smartphones, mapping applications, and outdoor navigation software. They allow users to record, share, and visualize geographic information with high accuracy.
Whether you're hiking, cycling, running, driving, surveying, or geocaching, GPX files make it easy to exchange GPS routes between different devices and applications.
How GPX Viewer Works
Our GPX Viewer allows you to upload and visualize GPX files directly in your web browser. After selecting a GPX file, the tool automatically parses the GPS data and displays:
- ✔ GPS Tracks
- ✔ Routes
- ✔ Waypoints
- ✔ Distance
- ✔ Elevation Profile
- ✔ Track Points
- ✔ Interactive Map
- ✔ Download Map Image
Common Uses of GPX Files
- 🥾 Hiking Trails
- 🚴 Cycling Routes
- 🏃 Running Activities
- 🚗 Road Trips
- 🧭 Geocaching
- 🚁 Drone Flight Planning
- 🛰 GIS Mapping
- 🚢 Marine Navigation
- 🚜 Land Surveying
- 🏍 Adventure Touring
GPX vs KML
| Feature | GPX | KML |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Use | GPS Navigation | Google Earth & Maps |
| Tracks | ✔ | Limited |
| Waypoints | ✔ | ✔ |
| Routes | ✔ | ✔ |
| 3D Visualization | ✖ | ✔ |
| Best For | GPS Devices | Google Earth |
GPX vs GeoJSON
| Feature | GPX | GeoJSON |
|---|---|---|
| Format | XML | JSON |
| GPS Devices | Excellent | Limited |
| Web Mapping | Good | Excellent |
| GIS Support | Good | Excellent |
| File Size | Larger | Smaller |
| Best For | Outdoor Navigation | Web GIS Applications |
How to Open GPX Files
Open and explore GPX files online in just five simple steps.
Upload GPX File
Choose a GPX file from your device using the upload button.
View GPS Route
The GPX track, routes and waypoints are displayed on the interactive map.
Analyze Data
Review distance, elevation, coordinates and waypoint information.
Explore the Map
Zoom, pan and inspect every point along the GPX track.
Download or Share
Export the map as PNG or continue working with your GPX data.
FAQ on GPX Viewer
A GPX file stores GPS tracks, routes, and waypoints using the GPS Exchange Format.
Yes. Simply upload your GPX file into our GPX Viewer to display it on an interactive map.
Yes. The GPX Viewer is fully responsive and works on desktop, tablet, and mobile browsers.
No. GPX files are processed directly in your browser, helping keep your location data private.