About
Snonav is a mobile navigation app designed exclusively for skiers and snowboarders, bringing the familiarity of GPS road navigation to ski resorts worldwide. Often described as 'Waze for the slopes,' Snonav eliminates the frustration of stopping to read trail maps or getting lost on an unfamiliar mountain. The app offers intelligent route planning tailored to your skill level — simply set your start and end points and Snonav calculates the best and quickest path down the mountain. Once en route, live in-ear audio instructions guide you at every turn so you can keep your eyes on the snow and your hands on your poles. Group skiing is made effortless with real-time location sharing and meet-up point coordination, letting Snonav guide every member of your group to the same destination simultaneously. The app also delivers live lift and trail open/closed status updates so you always know current resort conditions. For those venturing into remote areas or areas with poor signal, Snonav offers full offline routing and navigation functionality. Users can personalize settings based on ability level and riding preferences to ensure routes match their skills. Snonav is ideal for first-time resort visitors wanting to maximize their on-mountain time, families trying to stay together on the slopes, and seasoned skiers looking to efficiently navigate large or unfamiliar resorts. The first day of navigation is free, with a subscription required for continued use.
Key Features
- Turn-by-Turn In-Ear Navigation: Live audio instructions delivered through your headphones guide you at every junction on the mountain, so you never need to stop and check a trail map.
- Intelligent Route Planning: Set a start and end point and Snonav instantly calculates the best, quickest route based on your ability level and current resort conditions.
- Group Skiing & Meet-Up Coordination: Share your live location or drop a meet-up pin and Snonav guides every member of your group to the same spot simultaneously.
- Live Resort Status Updates: Real-time lift and trail open/closed status keeps you informed of current mountain conditions throughout your ski day.
- Offline Access: Full routing and navigation functionality works without a cellular signal, making it reliable even in remote areas of the resort.
Use Cases
- First-time visitors to a large ski resort using Snonav to navigate efficiently and find specific runs without wasting time studying trail maps.
- Families skiing together using the group location sharing feature to stay coordinated and meet up easily across a busy mountain.
- Intermediate skiers exploring a new resort who want personalized route recommendations that match their ability level.
- Advanced skiers maximizing time on the snow by following optimized routes that avoid closed lifts and congested trails.
- Groups of friends on a ski trip using the meet-up feature to regroup at a specific lodge or chairlift without needing to call or text each other.
Pros
- First True Ski-Specific Navigation: Purpose-built routing technology designed for ski terrain provides far more accuracy and reliability than generic mapping apps.
- Hands-Free Audio Guidance: In-ear instructions mean you can navigate without taking your hands off your poles or stopping mid-run to check directions.
- Works Offline: Full navigation functionality even without cell service ensures reliable guidance across the entire mountain.
- Free to Try: The first full day of navigation is free, letting you experience the complete product before committing to a subscription.
Cons
- Limited Resort Coverage: As a newer app, the number of supported mountains and resorts may be limited compared to more established ski apps.
- Subscription Required After Trial: Only the first day of navigation is free; ongoing use requires a paid subscription, which may deter casual or infrequent skiers.
- Mobile-Only Platform: Available only as a mobile app, so pre-trip planning on desktop is not supported.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Snonav work on the mountain?
After downloading the app and setting your ability preferences, you choose a start and end point on the resort map. Snonav calculates the best route and then delivers live audio turn-by-turn instructions through your headphones as you ski, just like a car GPS.
Is Snonav free to use?
Your first full day of navigation is completely free. After that, a subscription is required to continue using the full navigation features.
Does Snonav work without cell service?
Yes. Snonav supports full offline routing and navigation, so the app works even in areas of the resort with no cellular signal.
Can I use Snonav to ski with a group?
Yes. The group skiing feature lets you share your live location or set a meet-up point, and Snonav will guide everyone in your group to that location simultaneously.
How does Snonav know which lifts and trails are open?
Snonav receives live resort status updates and incorporates open and closed lifts and trails into its routing recommendations in real time.
