Terms of Use
Effective Date: August 2026
Welcome to Scout. By using Scout, you agree to these Terms of Use.
If you do not agree, please discontinue use of Scout.
Purpose
Scout is designed to help people discover hiking trails and enjoy nature.
Scout provides informational tools but does not replace your own judgment while outdoors.
Hiking Responsibility
You are responsible for:
- Your personal safety
- Route selection
- Weather awareness
- Trail conditions
- Equipment
- Physical readiness
Trail conditions may change without notice.
Always use good judgment.
No Emergency Service
Scout is not an emergency response service.
Do not rely on Scout in place of:
- Emergency responders
- Rescue personnel
- Official warnings
If you are in danger, contact local emergency services immediately.
Trail Information
Although Scout continually improves its information:
We cannot guarantee:
- Trail availability
- Accessibility
- Difficulty
- Hazards
- Closures
- Weather
- Wildlife activity
Conditions can change rapidly.
Live Trail
Live Trail features depend on:
- Device hardware
- GPS availability
- Cellular service
- Satellite visibility
- Battery life
Availability may vary.
Scout Atlas
Scout Atlas is continually evolving.
Trail information may change as new knowledge becomes available.
Recommendations are informational only.
User Content
You retain ownership of your observations and submitted content.
By submitting information to Scout, you grant Scout permission to use that information to improve the platform and Scout Atlas.
Personal identifying information is handled according to our Privacy Policy.
Acceptable Use
Users agree not to:
- Misuse Scout
- Submit harmful content
- Attempt unauthorized access
- Interfere with platform operation
- Violate applicable laws
Intellectual Property
Scout, Scout Atlas, Scout Earth, Live Trail and related software, graphics, branding, and content are protected by applicable intellectual property laws.
Warranty Disclaimer
Scout is provided “as is.”
We make no guarantees regarding uninterrupted availability or accuracy.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Scout and its creators shall not be liable for:
- Personal injury
- Property damage
- Lost data
- Lost profits
- Indirect or consequential damages
arising from use of the platform.
Changes
These Terms may occasionally change.
Continued use of Scout constitutes acceptance of updated Terms.
Contact
Questions regarding these Terms may be submitted through our Support page.
Scout was created with a simple belief: the natural world deserves our respect.
We encourage responsible hiking, thoughtful exploration, and Leave No Trace principles.
Every trail is a shared place, and every hike is an opportunity to protect the landscapes that inspire us.
Our goal is to build technology that helps people connect more deeply with nature while preserving it for future generations.