Bring Your Destination to Life with Custom Map Design
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Bring Your Destination to Life with Custom Map Design
When you need a custom map, getting it right matters.
Whether you’re guiding hikers through a trail, welcoming visitors to a city, or helping guests find their way around a resort, a great map does more than show directions — it creates an experience.
At PocketMaps, we design more than just pocket-sized maps.
We help you bring your destination to life across all formats, big and small.
What We Design at PocketMaps
No two projects are the same, and that’s what we love.
Here’s a look at what we specialize in:
Trail Maps for parks, preserves, and outdoor spaces
City and Tourism Maps for downtowns and visitor centers
Bike Trail Maps for recreational cycling routes
Resort and Hotel Property Maps for guest navigation
Wall Maps, Fold-Out Maps, Pop-Up and Pop-Out Maps
Rack Card Size Folded Maps are perfect for brochure displays
If you need a map, we can design it, and we’ll even handle the printing too.
What to Know Before Hiring a Map Designer
Planning your project? Here's a quick checklist to help you get started:
Type of Map: Trail, city, bike trail, event, or resort?
Audience: Who will be using the map? Visitors, locals, guests?
Size and Format: Wall display, folded rack card, or pocket-size?
Branding Needs: Logos, colors, and any visual style guidelines?
Printing Details: Quantities, finishes, folding preferences?
Knowing these details helps us create the perfect map for your project.
Real Examples of Our Work
🎯 Tourism Map for a Coastal City
We created a folded map that highlighted local attractions, parking, restaurants, and hidden gems—all in a rack-card-friendly size, perfect for visitor centers.
🎯 Bike Trail Map for a National Park
We designed a waterproof, tear-resistant bike trail map that guides cyclists safely and promotes scenic spots along the way.
🎯 Resort Property Map
Our team helped a luxury resort create a beautifully branded map that guests could use to navigate pools, spas, and event spaces easily.
Common Map Design Mistakes (And How We Help You Avoid Them)
Overcrowding the Map: We organize information for clarity and flow.
Tiny, Unreadable Fonts: We prioritize readability without losing style.
Confusing Icons: We use consistent, easy-to-understand symbols.
Bad Folding Structure: We design your layout with printing and folding in mind from the start.
Small mistakes can make a big difference. That’s why experience matters.
FAQs About Custom Map Design
How long does a project take?
Most maps take 2–6 weeks, depending on complexity and revisions.
Can you help with printing, too?
Yes! We offer full-service printing to make your project seamless.
How much does a typical map cost?
It depends on size and complexity, but we’ll always provide a clear quote upfront.
What do I need to get started?
A general idea of your location, goals, and branding assets is a great start. We’ll guide you from there.
Do you offer revisions?
Of course! We include revisions to make sure you’re thrilled with the final design.
Why PocketMaps?
At PocketMaps, we don’t just design maps — we create experiences.
Our team works closely with you to design a map that’s beautiful, practical, and aligned with your vision. From the first draft to final delivery, we make the process simple, fun, and stress-free.
👉 Start your custom map project today — let’s build something amazing together!