*Capture the scale of mountain summits, alpine passes, and wilderness trails with cinematic 3D topographic video flyovers.*
Bringing Mountain Hikes to Life
When you spend hours hiking thousands of feet of elevation to reach a mountain pass or summit, a static 2D line cannot do justice to the sheer scale of the landscape.
With TrailShorts, you can render your hiking GPX tracks across photorealistic 3D Digital Elevation Models, revealing the cliffs, ridges, valleys, and peaks that defined your trek.
Step-by-Step Guide for Hikers & Mountaineers
1. Download GPX from AllTrails, Gaia GPS, or Garmin
- AllTrails: Open your completed hike or saved trail, click Download Route, and choose GPX Track.
- Gaia GPS: Select your track, click Export, and choose GPX.
- Garmin / Strava: Export the GPX directly from Garmin Connect or Strava.
2. Upload to TrailShorts 3D Studio
3D flyover shorts
Turn your GPX file into Trail flyover shorts
Render Trail flyover shorts and aesthetic Social media posts in seconds — free and client-side.
Upload your file at Trailshorts.xyz. TrailShorts immediately fetches topographic terrain data and renders the entire mountain range in full 3D.
3. Customize for Dramatic Effect
- Choose Satellite 3D: Ideal for rugged alpine environments, rocky summits, and glacial valleys.
- Adjust Camera Distance & Pitch: Set a wider camera radius to show surrounding peaks and horizon vistas.
- Highlight Elevation: Enable the elevation profile and summit gain statistics.
Watch the Video Guide
Example 3D Video Short
3D Trail Flyover Short Example
Best Compatible Apps for Hikers
- AllTrails (Day hikes & trail exploration)
- Gaia GPS (Backcountry topographic navigation)
- Komoot (Multi-day trekking & bikepacking)
- Garmin InReach / Fenix (Wilderness GPS tracking)
- Strava (Day hikes & outdoor activities)