eTrex® Solar
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READY. SET. HIKE.
Adventure longer with this simple-to-use 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-resolution 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.
Features
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 |
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| Lens Material | chemically strengthened glass |
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| Dimension | 2.5” x 4.1”x 1.2” (6.4 cm x 10.5 cm x 3.1 cm) |
| Weight |
5.0 oz (141 g) |
| Solar charging | Yes |
| Waterproof | IPX7 |
| Display Type | 2.2" transflective, monochrome |
| Display Size | 1.3" x 1.7" (3.3 cm x 4.4 cm); 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 |
| Memory/History | 28 MB |
| Interface | USB-C |
Maps & Memory |
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| Basemap | yes (cities only) |
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| Waypoints/favorites/locations | 1,000 |
| Courses | 50 |
| Tracks | Yes |
| Activities | 200 |
| Navigation Routes | Yes |
Sensors |
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| GPS | Yes |
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| 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 support | Yes |
Daily Smart Features |
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| Smart notifications on handheld | Yes |
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| Weather forecasts | Yes |
Safety and Tracking Features |
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| LiveTrack | Yes |
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Tactical Features |
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| Dual grid coordinates | Yes |
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Outdoor Recreation |
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| Point-to-point navigation | Yes |
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| TracBack® | Yes |
| Area calculation | Yes |
| Sun and moon information | Yes |
| Geocaching-friendly | yes (Geocache Live) |
Outdoor Applications |
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| Compatible with Garmin Explore™ app | Yes |
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| Garmin Explore website compatible | Yes |
Connections |
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| Connections Wireless Connectivity |
yes (BLUETOOTH®) |
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Security Information |
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| Security updates until at least (YYYY-MM-DD) | 2025-11-06 |
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What's In The Box?
- eTrex Solar
- Type-C to Type-C USB cable
- Documentation
010-02782-00
