Description

If having the most up to date and accurate maps developed by the #1 map company are important to you, then Rand McNally is your only choice. We have a 150+ year history of providing not just road and route guidance, but detailed information about the states, points of interest, historic sites, and much more. Another new feature offered by Rand McNally in our 2026 edition celebrating the USA’s 250th birthday and Route 66's 100th anniversary, we've mapped out 11 extraordinary culinary road trips that explore the best of America’s regional cuisine.

We’ve even partnered with Atlas Obscura to ride shotgun, sharing their favorite off-the-beaten-path discoveries as well as their exclusive Route 66 Roadside Eats itinerary. Celebrity chefs such as Stephanie Izard, Aaron Franklin and more also have shared their “Chef’s Day Off” itineraries packed with insider tips highlighting their favorite foods and places to eat for maximizing your experience in their city. Bottom line, we provide more for your dollar in planning your next journeys.

Why Choose Rand McNally Over the Competition?

• Always Up-to-Date
  Updated annually – unlike competitors who update only 2-3 years or more.
• Larger, More Readable Maps
  State maps are up to 150% larger for easier navigation and planning.
• 64% More Pages
  184 pages vs. just 112 pages – offering more map detail, more destinations, and more travel insight.
• Brand-New Editorial Content
  Explore 11 original culinary road trips in a dedicated 30-page guide, created to honor the country’s 250^th anniversary – not a rerun of past content.
• Expertly Crafted Maps
  Created by our in-house cartographic team in Chicago vs. outsourced by competitors.
• Made in the USA
  Proudly made and printed in the United States, while theirs are printed in Canada.
• Easier on the Eyes
  Clean white backgrounds and vibrant, user-friendly color palette vs. darker, less readable designs.
• Convenient Size
  Portable 8x11 format fits easily in a backpack, glove compartment, or travel bag.
• Spiral Binding
  Durable spiral binding allows the book to lay open easily.
• Travel Planning Information
  State facts, tourism, construction, and toll info for each U.S. state and Canadian province.
• Updated, Accurate Location Names
  Reflects the latest naming standards from the U.S. Board on Geographic Names and the Department of the Interior – ensuring the most accurate, reliable information, while others do not.