Traveling in remote places? Make sure you have satellite access

(BPT) - For outdoor adventurers, staying connected while exploring remote locations is key to having fun and staying safe. From making sure that your loved ones know your location to accessing online maps and emergency services, having a reliable digital connection lets you confidently wander the wilderness.

But some areas make it impossible to connect to terrestrial networks. In fact, according to T-Mobile, there are more than 500,000 square miles in the U.S. where traditional cell towers simply can't reach, including national parks, oil fields, lakes, rural farmland and mountains.