What is Hiker?
Hiker is a mobile app that helps both beginner and experienced hikers plan and navigate their outdoor adventures with ease.
By combining a clear topographic map with simple route planning tools, the app aims to create a hiking experience that’s safe, intuitive, and enjoyable.
This project was created as part of my graphic design studies at Studio 6B
the problem is,
Hiking can be rough.
Hikers, especially beginners, need an easy and reliable way to plan and navigate their routes without feeling lost, frustrated, or dependent on professional gear.
Reaserch
Trip Planning
Many users struggle to plan their hikes .
They want a single, simple tool that gathers all essential details.
Navigate the Hike
Users often feel lost or unsure while hiking. Most existing apps are described as “too complicated״.
Sense of Security
Hikers, especially beginners, need a clear, simple, and reliable tool that helps them plan, navigate, and feel safe throughout their hike.
User Persona
Ayelet Davidovich
age: 25
Occupation: babysitter.
Education: B.A student, psychology.
Status: single, in a relationship.
environmental
orientation
community
minded
technophobic
Goals
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Get out from the city, relaxing at the wilds
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Feel more confident in the field (outdoors)
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Feel part of a community
About
Born and raised in Ein Ayala near Haifa. Served as an Education NCO, then traveled in the Far East. After returning, worked at a kindergarten, discovered an interest in therapy, and chose to study Psychology in Tel Aviv. Lives in Kerem HaTeimanim, works as a babysitter, spends time with childhood and university friends, practices yoga, aims for an ecological lifestyle, and is curious about anthroposophy.
Frustrations
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Lacks confidence in the field
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Can’t find reliable, first-hand information
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Needs help narrowing options and choosing a hike
MoodBoard
Design System
coloring
Earth brown
The forest group
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#42722e
#355328
#56473b
The desert group
#efdfca
#e2c194
#d3a15e
#d28459
Sky
Ocean
#b7d4ea
#3c9997
Graphic Elements
Icons inspired by Israel’s unique landscapes
Eilat Mountains
Negev Desert
Arava Valley
Judean Desert
Jerusalem Hills
Shfela Lowlands
Carmel Ridge
Galilee
Golan Heights
Visitor Center
Cave
Archeological Site
Viewpoint
Forest
Water Source
Key points of interest for hikers, shown through simple icons
Tipography
Rubik (Hebrew)
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The Rubik typeface was chosen for its geometric shapes, rounded edges, and clean, modern look.
It creates a friendly and approachable tone while maintaining excellent readability, essential for a navigation app used outdoors.
