Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Missoula, Montana, onX builds digital mapping applications designed for outdoor recreation. The company's core technical expertise spans mobile application development and digital cartography, serving millions of users across the United States. Its product suite includes purpose-built apps for specific outdoor activities: onX Hunt, onX Offroad, onX Backcountry, and onX Fish - each designed to help users navigate and explore outdoor environments with confidence.
The company operates at the intersection of geospatial technology and outdoor recreation, a niche that requires specialized mapping data layers, offline functionality, and terrain-aware interfaces. Engineering work involves building and maintaining these mobile-first platforms at scale for a national user base.
Beyond its commercial products, onX invests in land access initiatives and collaborates with nonprofit and land management organisations to advocate for public lands access. The company's stated mission extends to preserving outdoor recreation opportunities and protecting outdoor spaces through stewardship efforts.
