Get Rewarded for Exploring the Outdoors
Every adventure has value.
Whether you're discovering a new campsite, fishing hole, hiking trail, paddling route, or hidden attraction, your experiences help fellow outdoor enthusiasts explore with confidence.
With the Backroad Maps Challenges, you can earn points directly from the Backroad Maps app or on BRMBmaps.com by sharing photos, reviews, map updates, and referrals.
Redeem points for rewards, compete on the leaderboard, and participate in seasonal challenges throughout the year.
⚡ New Spring & Summer Challenges
Backroad Maps regularly features seasonal and activity-specific challenges that offer additional rewards and prizes.
🎣 Fishing Challenge
SEASONALCloses soon! Ends June 30th, 2026
Help improve Fishing POIs across Canada by contributing:
- Photos of your catch or fishing location
- Reviews with access updates or condition reports
Earn points before the challenge closes and qualify for exclusive rewards, including a free waterproof Fishing Chart (BC) or TOPO Map.
🌲 Algonquin Challenge
SEASONALRunning all summer long! Ends October 15th, 2026
Explore Algonquin Park POIs and share your adventures.
Contribute photos and reviews to earn points and compete for special prizes, including an Algonquin Park Wall Map.
Earn Guaranteed Rewards
Unlike traditional contests, Backroad Maps Challenges reward participation.
Every contribution earns points that can be redeemed for real rewards.
🧭 All Adventures Challenge
ALL YEAR For all adventure types! Ends December 31st, 2026
Explore more of Canada and earn points for every contribution:
- Upload photos of your adventures across Canada
- Write reviews and rate points of interest
- Submit map updates about missing or incorrect roads, trails, or points of interest
- Invite friends to join the challenges and try the app
Earn points, climb the leaderboard, and unlock rewards!
How to Earn Points
Every contribution helps improve Backroad Maps and earns points.
| Activity | Points |
|---|---|
| Upload a Photo | +2 Points |
| Write a Review | +5 Points |
| Submit a Map Update | +5 Points |
| Refer a Friend | +25 Points +$20 commission for each yearly PRO subscription (min 5) |
✌️ DOUBLE THE POINTS: Be the first to add photos or reviews for less-popular POIs to earn double points!
You can contribute directly from the Backroad Maps app or on BRMBmaps.com by opening any Point of Interest (POI):
- Hiking, Biking and Multi-Use Trails
- ATV and Overland Routes
- Campsites
- Fishing Hot Spots
- Attractions
- and more
Simply share your experience to start earning points.
Climb the Leaderboard
Every point earned moves you higher on the Backroad Maps Leaderboard.
Compete with fellow adventurers across Canada, earn recognition within the community, and unlock exclusive challenge rewards.
Whether you're a dedicated angler, paddler, camper, hunter, off-roader, or hiker, there's a challenge designed for your favourite outdoor activity.
Why Your Contributions Matter
Your contributions help build Canada's most detailed outdoor mapping platform.
📸 Photos
Photos help adventurers know what to expect before visiting a destination.
✍️ Reviews
Reviews provide valuable information about:
- Access conditions
- Campsites
- Wildlife activity
- Fishing opportunities
- Paddling routes
- Amenities
- Trail conditions
🗺️ Map Updates
Map updates help keep information accurate and up to date for outdoor enthusiasts across Canada.
Together, these contributions help spread recreation across more destinations while reducing pressure on overcrowded hotspots.
Tips for Earning Points Faster
Want to climb the leaderboard quickly?
- Add photos of campsites, fishing spots, and attractions from your past trips.
- Write reviews for trails, parks, and paddling routes after each trip.
- Boost your points by being the first to share photos or reviews at underrepresented POIs.
- Report any missing information or map errors.
- Participate in seasonal challenges.
- Invite friends using your referral link.
Even small contributions can add up quickly!
📲 Try the PRO Plan
New to the Backroad Maps app? Start your free 7-day trial of the Backroad Maps PRO Plan for the app and unlock Canada's most detailed outdoor mapping platform.
With Backroad Maps PRO, you'll get:
- Camping locations across Canada
- Fishing hotspots and access points
- Parks, paddling routes, hunting areas, and wildlife viewing locations
- ATV, snowmobile, and off-road trail networks
- Satellite and Hybrid Maps
- Offline Maps for remote adventures
- Turn-by-Turn Navigation
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support
Whether you're planning a weekend camping trip, searching for new fishing spots, exploring backroads, or paddling remote waterways, the Backroad Maps app helps you discover more of Canada.
