Know when it’s safe to stay on the trail.

Track nearby lightning and approaching storms before you head into the hills, forest, or backcountry.

Awareness brings safety.

Lightning Alerts app showing nearby lightning strikes and strike details

Trail planning

Check conditions before you head out and adapt your route with confidence.

Storm awareness

Track storms in real time and know which way they’re headed.

Smart alerts

Get notified when lightning is near or storms are on the way.

Why hikers trust Lightning Alerts

Built for the trail. Backed by real data.

Hike with confidence

Make smarter decisions with real-time conditions and distance-based insights.

Avoid exposed ridges in storms

Know when to turn back or delay a hike to stay safe.

Real strike data, not guesswork

We use lightning sensor networks for accurate, real-time strike detection.

Trusted by hikers Your safety is our mission Hike smart. Hike safe.