Standard maps will enter production right away, within the next business day. Larger orders may take more time.
We'll select the optimal shipping method for fast delivery, with standard orders arriving within 2-5 days after shipping.
All push pin board maps (framed or canvas wrap) include push pins, are easy to hang, and ship free in the continental US. These are hand made for you and will require 1-3 days to craft.
For personalized maps we collaborate closely to guarantee satisfaction. Expect a proof to be sent to you. Your swift responses will facilitate the production and shipping process - we won't ship until you're happy with your design.
If there are any problems with your map we will take care of you. Returns for all maps are straightforward and hassle-free.
For personalized maps, engaging with the email proofs we send ensures that the final product meets your expectations precisely.
We have 30+ years of cartography experience, meticulously craft each order by hand to ensure excellence, and 100% guarantee your satisfaction. We produce maps that are built to last, with state of the art production and archival quality materials.
Customize with quotes, legends, or dedications using "Personalize Map" options to craft your masterpiece map. Or reach out to us if you don't see the option you want.
We collaborate with you from design to approval of your proof so that you are 100% happy before we print and ship.
Our excellent customer service is always open to you.
About the Map: The GeoJango Elevation Shaded Relief Map of the USA beautifully illustrates the diverse landscapes of the United States in three exclusive color variations. Explore the richly detailed peaks of the west, sloping gradually into the great plains to the glacial valleys of the midwest contrasted with the alluvial plains of the Mississippi in the south, finally meeting the rolling peaks of the Appalachians into the east coast. Intricately modeled with lighting and shadows that reveal details only a local would have been able to appreciate in the smallest hills and valleys.
Geographical Data: Our topographic elevation US map was developed using data from the NASA ASTER remote sensing mission. The data was projected in professional GIS software for an accurate model, and then artistically exaggerated and interpreted to bring out details and contrast. Elevation is graded in beautiful color options in the final map.
Additionally we artistically render shaded relief to light the land as we see it in nature with natural shadows and highlights. This final aspect provides incredible detail, wherein you can be mesmerized by the complexities of America's vast and varied landscapes.
Framed Size: 36 x 24 inches will total 38 x 26 inches with our black frame
Product Format: This is a flat map with rich terrain depth to visualize the landscape. Although it looks 3-Dimensional, it is produced as a flat print.
Learn More: Check out our blog on Shaded Relief Maps to learn more about the art and science that goes into creating these beautiful maps.
Find more Elevation Maps, or explore our labeled US Physical Elevation Map.
Pin maps empower you to track your travels, and share your life story with everyone who sees your journeys laid out on a map! Beyond having an impressive work of scientific art in your home, you will be inspired to travel more, and feel the accomplishment of finally pinning your dream destinations, then again when you ignite conversation with everyone who sees it.
Canvas Wrap and Framed construction options are all crafted as pin maps - they include pins and will arrive to your door ready to hang. Rolled Posters are not crafted as pin maps, allowing you to find your own best way to display your travels.
The world is vast, and the size of your map significantly influences how you experience it: our most popular size is 36 inches!
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Pins Included With Pin Maps
Made In USA - Pleasanton, CA
Museum Quality Fine Art Production: We have built the finest map production studio in the USA, investing in the best printers and using only archival quality materials! We use specialized printing equipment that produces the finest quality prints to display clear labeling, vivid geography, and oceanography. If you are in the area, come visit us in Pleasanton, California!
Each of our maps are the product of years of research, backed by decades of professional GIS, cartography, and design experience. We keep no stock - every single map we produce is a custom production, made to order just for you. We love personalizing our maps to give you the highest quality experience.
Map Size Selection: The biggest factor in displaying a detailed map is the size. We can produce this map in these sizes: 24x16", 30x20", 36x24", 48x32", 60x40", and 72x48".
The 60x40" and 72x48" sizes are available as Rolled Prints or as a 3-Panel Canvas Wrap (premium and highest-quality craftsmanship).
The larger the size, the more impressive the display and view of the details in the map.
Need a small USA map that will fit in a limited space, the 24x16" and 30x20" inch size is so charming.
If you will be working with a local framer to display one of our paper or canvas posters in a custom frame, we will be able to accommodate any size between our standard offerings (though not deviating from our 1.5 aspect ratio), and include any margin you specify. Reach out to collaborate.
Framed Map Size vs. Outside Dimensions: Our sizing choices specify the size of the printed map itself. Our frame options will increase the overall size of your final product depending on your selection.
For example:
For specific dimensions, see our page on Map Finish Options
100% Made in the USA by a Small Women-Owned Business. What sets our business apart from most map companies: we are a team of professional Geographers, Cartographers, and Environmental Scientists. We have a passion for making maps and take the profession seriously - to produce beautiful and accurate maps. We apply thousands of layers using GIS and use optimal projections that reduce distortions. Special cartographic features are intricately made on the map and carefully labeled. We include special details that most of our competitors miss - such as real oceanography, accurate projections, and comprehensive labeling and referencing. Our passion and master craftsmanship make our map art stand out.
What's Included with a Canvas Wrap or Framed Map: 500 Map pins and pin case. Each push pin map is individually made to order with archival quality materials. The print is mounted to gatorfoam pinboard, which will not warp, bend, or crush like cork or foamcore. We prepare the map with premium hanging hardware so you can start pinning your adventures immediately. This exclusive hanging solution keeps the map stable on your wall, even while pinning where you've been. The map is nicely packaged and shipped in a large box, ready to give as a gift.
What's Included with a Rolled Poster Map: Pins are not included by default, be sure to add pins in the order options if you plan to create your own push pin map. Gem stickers work well when the map isn't mounted to pin board. Consider adding a poster hanging kit to your order if you're not sure how you'll display your poster.
Poster Prints: Each one of our maps is crafted individually, unlike mass-produced alternatives.
Our posters are available in various sizes, all tailored to fit standard frames, we include an additional margin in the print to prevent coverage by the frame's lip. If you intend to DIY a push pin map with one of our posters, be sure to let us know in the order notes in your cart to adjust the print margins to your specs. To maintain the map's impeccable condition, it is carefully rolled with a robust tube, eliminating any possibility of folds or creases during transportation.
