Every GPX file can contain tracks (GPS breadcrumb trails), routes (planned paths), and waypoints (named points like summits or parking).

What each one means

  • Track — recorded GPS path, most common for shared hikes and rides
  • Route — planned sequence of points, may lack elevation detail
  • Waypoint — a single labeled location on the map

GPX Viewer displays all three. Start with what is a GPX file.

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Open any GPX file in GPX Viewer and see tracks and waypoints on a map.