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The only atlas that is updated annually!

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 states, points of interest, historic sites, and much more. Plus, this updated edition is packed with fresh reasons to pack the car and go this year!

27 Reasons to Hit the Road: Navigating America’s Biggest Year Yet

Between the FIFA World Cup turning cities into international festivals and America250 turning our historic corridors into living museums, the roads will be humming with energy in 2026. For the road-tripper, this means our national arteries—such as the legendary Route 66, which turns 100 this year—will be the front row to a yearlong celebration. Whether you are chasing the roar of a stadium or the quiet dignity of a new presidential library in the Badlands, we’ll share all the reasons why this is the year to plan your all-American road trip.

Secret Escapes: 7 Stunning Detours for a Smarter Road Trip

Experience the joy of the "road trip dupe"—trading the tourist track for a pace that lets you slow down. Instead of the chaos of major hubs, discover the wild reaches of West Virginia, western Colorado or the hidden side of the Alabama Gulf Coast. By leaning into these off-peak windows, you trade long lines for serene vistas and soul-stirring beauty that feels entirely your own.

The Journey Continues

Ready to hit the road? Scan the included QR codes on our seven road trip itineraries for more hidden gems, expert travel hacks and the perfect soundtrack for your trip.

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
  30 pages of our editors’ pics for best travel experiences updated annually – not a rerun of past content.
• Convenient Size
  Portable 8x11 format fits easily in a backpack, glove compartment, or travel bag.
• Tough Spiral Binding and UV Coated Cover
  Spiral binding allows pages to lay flat, and UV coating adds durability.
• Expertly Crafted Maps
  Created by our in-house cartographic team in Chicago vs. outsourced by competitors.
• Easier on the Eyes
  Clean white backgrounds and vibrant, user-friendly color palette vs. darker, less readable designs.
• Travel Planning Information
  Tourism, construction, and toll info for each U.S. state and Canadian province.
• QR Codes for Each Trip and on Each State Map Page
  Provides info on more hidden gems, expert travel tips, and tourism information.
• 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.
• Made in the USA
  Proudly made and printed in the United States, while theirs are printed in Canada.