Navigate Western Canada Offline

Complete Western Canada Offline Coverage, Enhanced Error Detection, and More!

November 2, 2023

A pumpjack in the sunset with mountains in the background
Charting the trails of exploration: Journey across Western Canada with no service

As we dive into the crisp days of November, we’re thrilled to unveil a game-changing update that truly transforms your oilfield navigation experience. At OilTrails, we’ve always been dedicated to delivering a comprehensive and unparalleled LSD finder for professionals like you. With this latest update, we’re taking that commitment to a whole new level.

Explore Like Never Before with the Ultimate Offline LSD Locator App

OilTrails has always been about providing a holistic solution for your oilfield needs, and now, it’s stronger than ever. We’re proud to announce that, starting with iOS version 2.2.412 and Android version 2.1.006, OilTrails boasts offline location lookups for every LSD and NTS location in Western Canada.

That’s right – OilTrails continues to be the ultimate LSD finder app, even in the most remote and disconnected areas. Say goodbye to signal worries and connectivity issues. With OilTrails, you’re in control, no matter where your oilfield adventures take you.

Elevate Your Offline Experience with Downloaded Maps

But that’s not all. We believe in going the extra mile to ensure your success. To supercharge your offline capabilities, we recommend downloading offline maps for your region. Here’s how to do it:

For Google Maps (Android & iOS):

  1. Launch the Google Maps app.
  2. Search for your work area (e.g., Edson).
  3. Tap the “Download Map” button at the bottom of the screen (scroll sideways if needed).
  4. Adjust the area you want to download by zooming and dragging.
  5. Hit “Download” to save the map for offline use.
  6. Repeat these steps for any other areas on your itinerary.

For Apple Maps (iOS 17+):

  1. Open the Apple Maps app.
  2. Search for your work area (e.g., Edson).
  3. Select the “Download” button at the bottom of the screen (pull up the address card if necessary).
  4. Customize the downloaded area by zooming and dragging.
  5. Press “Download” to store the map for offline access.
  6. Do this for all the regions you plan to explore.

With offline maps in your arsenal, you’ll have access to detailed maps and navigation info, even when you’re off the grid. OilTrails ensures you’re never in the dark.

Error-Free Navigation with Our LSD Finder and Lookup

In our relentless pursuit of user-friendliness, we’ve introduced advanced LSD lookup error detection. This feature is designed to provide clarity when something’s amiss, whether it’s a missing ‘W5’ or a misplaced hyphen.

Don’t Miss Our LSD Picker

But that’s not all! OilTrails has the LSD Picker, a handy tool that simplifies LSD location input. With this system-level picker, the chances of errors drop significantly. To activate this feature, head to the settings menu.



We hope you’re as excited as we are about these updates. With complete offline coverage across Western Canada, enhanced error detection, and offline map capabilities, OilTrails is your comprehensive and reliable companion for all things oilfield-related.

Stay tuned for more exciting developments, and, as always, here’s to safe travels and successful exploration!