Garmin eTrex Solar GPS Outdoor

Adventure longer with this simple-to-use hiking GPS handheld that has unlimited battery life — when used in sunny 75,000 lux conditions — plus wireless connectivity and multi-band GPS support, so you can enjoy exploring more.

• Bright sunlight is no problem with the high-contrast 2.2? screen.
• Head out for longer trips with unlimited battery life when used in sunny 75,000 lux conditions.
• Want next-level positional accuracy? You got it with multi-band GPS.
• Plan trips and more when you pair with the Garmin Explore™ smart-device app.
• Keep your bearings with the digital compass so you’re always on course.
• Don’t worry about the weather. It’s water-resistant and rated to IPX7.

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BATTERY LIFE
Get unlimited battery life when used in sunny 75,000 lux conditions or up to 200 hours with no solar charging.

MULTI-BAND GPS
Multi-band GPS gives you access to multiple frequencies sent by navigation satellites to improve positional accuracy.

GEOCACHING
Get automatic cache updates from Geocaching Live, including descriptions, logs and hints. When connected to the Garmin Explore app, each find will upload to your Geocaching.com profile.

DIGITAL COMPASS
Follow your bearing on the digital compass, which provides an accurate heading even when stationary.

WEATHER
When connected to the Garmin Explore app, you can get real-time forecast information, so you’re aware of the changing conditions.

GARMIN EXPLORE APP
Connect with the Garmin Explore app for wireless software updates, cloud storage, trip planning, smart notifications and additional mapping.

SPECS

General
LENS MATERIAL: Chemically strengthened glass
DIMENSION: 6.4 x 10.5 x 3.1 cm (2.5? x 4.1? x 1.2?)
WEIGHT: 141 g (5.0 oz)
SOLAR CHARGIN: Yes
WATERPROOF: IPX7
DISPLAY TYPE: 2.2? transflective, monochrome
DISPLAY SIZE: 3.3 cm x 4.4 cm (1.3? x 1.7?); 2.16? diag (5.5 cm)
DISPLAY RESOLUTION: 240 x 320 pixels
BATTERY TYPE: Rechargeable, internal lithium-ion
BATTERY LIFE:
GPS only tracking: up to 200 hours
GNSS and Multi Band Tracking: up to 100 hours
Expedition mode: up to 1,800 hours
Unlimited when used in 75,000 Lux conditions
MEMORY/HISTORY: 28 MB
INTERFACE: USB-C

Maps & memory
BASEMAP: Yes (cities only)
WAYPOINTS/FAVOURITES/LOCATIONS: 1,000
COURSES: 50
TRACKS: Yes
ACTIVITIES: 200
NAVIGATION ROUTES: Yes

Sensors
GPS: Yes
GLONASS: Yes
GALILEO: Yes
QZSS: Yes
BEIDOU: Yes
IRNSS: Yes
COMPASS: Yes (tilt-compensated 3-axis)
HIGH-SENSITIVITY RECEIVER: Yes
GPS COMPASS (WHILE MOVING): Yes
MULTI-BAND FREQUENCY: Yes

Daily smart features
SMART NOTIFICATIONS ON HANDHELD: Yes
WEATHER FORECASTS: Yes

Safety and tracking features
LIVETRACK: Yes

Tactical features
DUAL GRID COORDINATES: Yes

Outdoor recreation
POINT-TO-POINT NAVIGATION: Yes
TRACBACK®: Yes
AREA CALCULATION: Yes
SUN AND MOON INFORMATION: Yes
GEOCACHING-FRIENDLY: Yes (Geocache Live)

Outdoor applications
COMPATIBLE WITH GARMIN EXPLORE™ APP: Yes
GARMIN EXPLORE WEBSITE COMPATIBLE: Yes

Connections
CONNECTIONS WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY: Yes (Bluetooth®)

Security Information
SECURITY UPDATES UNTIL AT LEAST (YYYY-MM-DD): 2025-11-16

IN THE BOX
eTrex Solar
Type-C to Type-C USB cable
Documentation