Apple Watch Series 8 GPS not recording outdoor workout route

Series 8 gps watch is not recording outdoor workout route. All seating are correct and update current


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Posted on Jun 9, 2026 7:19 PM

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Posted on Jun 10, 2026 11:53 AM

Hi, this is usually a location/GPS calibration issue. Please make sure Location Services and Motion Calibration & Distance are enabled, and try a 20+ minute outdoor workout with your iPhone nearby to help the watch calibrate.

Also try:

  • Restart both the iPhone and Apple Watch.
  • Turn Location Services off and back on.
  • Make sure you’re using Outdoor Walk/Run, not an indoor workout.
  • Check that Precise Location is enabled.

If it still doesn’t record the route, unpairing and pairing the watch again may help.

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Jun 10, 2026 11:53 AM in response to Amryg

Hi, this is usually a location/GPS calibration issue. Please make sure Location Services and Motion Calibration & Distance are enabled, and try a 20+ minute outdoor workout with your iPhone nearby to help the watch calibrate.

Also try:

  • Restart both the iPhone and Apple Watch.
  • Turn Location Services off and back on.
  • Make sure you’re using Outdoor Walk/Run, not an indoor workout.
  • Check that Precise Location is enabled.

If it still doesn’t record the route, unpairing and pairing the watch again may help.

Apple Watch Series 8 GPS not recording outdoor workout route

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