I’m just going to say it – who doesn’t love a good corn maze, especially in the fall season? And the Green Mountain State is home to some pretty epic ones!
This post is all about my favorite corn mazes in Vermont to visit this fall season, and to make it even easier for you, I’ve created a quick guide under each corn maze description to give you the deets on on other things to do at the farm, if applicable, so you can easily plan your trip. So, let’s get started!
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Best Corn Mazes In Vermont
1. The Great Vermont Corn Maze – Danville
The largest and most complex corn maze in Vermont goes to the perfectly named Great Vermont Corn Maze. It also just so happens to be the largest in all of New England, so if you only do one this year, let it be this one!
Stretching over 24 acres, this maze is actually referred to as a hike, and can take up to three hours to complete, so this is one you want to plan lots of time for, and enjoy the challenge along the way.
For those who aren’t so sure they’re ready for the big maze, there’s also a smaller “scenic maze” you can choose instead, which takes less than 1 hour to do (hint: it’s part of the big maze 😉).
The Great Vermont Corn Maze Quick Guide:
- Typically opens at the very end of July each year, and runs through mid-October. They do a great job updating opening and closing dates on their Facebook page.
- Admission gets you into both the big maze and shorter scenic maze.
- Light snacks and drinks available to purchase at the maze, but they encourage you to enjoy their grounds by bringing your own picnics.
- Tickets can be purchased both at the door, and in advance on their website. Online ticket purchases are preferred and encouraged.
- Cash and cards accepted at the door.
- It can take up to 3 hours to find your way out of the big maze.
- Children’s activities are available at the maze.
2. Percy Farm Corn Maze – Stowe
Stowe is one of the best fall towns in New England to visit for both foliage and overall charm, and it also just so happens to be home to one of the best corn mazes at Percy Farm.
The Percy Farm Corn Maze is a wonderfully relaxed and scenic adventure through Stowe’s countryside, and is unique in that the best way to get there is via the Recreation Path. If you’re not familiar with Stowe, the Recreation Path is a wonderful paved walking path that weaves throughout town.
But, let’s talk about the maze itself! Once you arrive, you can pay for your ticket and head on in. Before you start the maze, though, the friendly folks working will ask for your phone number in case you don’t find your way out, and they also provide you with their phone number. This maze is a bit more challenging, but super fun!
The best way to get the the farm’s corn maze is to park at Thompson Park, and walk the Recreation Path to the farm that way. This is a few miles outside the village, so you can either take a long walk there, or drive.
Percy Farm Corn Maze Quick Guide:
- Typically open late July through mid-October. They provide updates each year on their Facebook page.
- Leashed dogs allowed.
- Petting zoo on site.
- Discounts for students and veterans!
- Be sure to stop at the bridge in the maze for wonderful views of the area.
3. Kingdom Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch at Simpson Farm – Sutton
For a fun corn maze in Vermont’s northern region, the Kingdom Corn Maze is the perfect option! You’ll find three great maze options here, including two traditional corn mazes that you walk through, as well as a mountain bike corn maze.
Depending on which maze you pick, it can take anywhere from 20 minutes to 1 hour to get through them, as they vary in size from 2-6 acres.
In addition to the maze, you can also enjoy the other fall festivities on the farm, including a u-pick pumpkin patch, farm store, corn cannon, and ice cream counter.
Kingdom Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch at Simpson Farm Quick Guide:
- Three mazes at the farm, ranging in size and difficulty, including a mountain bike maze.
- Credit cards accepted, and tickets can be purchased at the door.
- Great farm store to stock up on fall things!
- U-pick pumpkin patch, which is one of the best in Vermont.
- Great ice cream counter that serves up a delicious apple cider float
- Typically open late July through mid-October. Updates are available on their website for exact dates, as it changes a bit each season.
- Flashlight and spooky nights available (usually an extra cost)
4. Gaines Farm – Guilford
Gaines Farm’s Corn Maze is an awesome choice for those in southern Vermont! With different maze options to choose from, haunted tours, kid’s activities, fun foods, a corn cannon, and more.
The main daytime corn maze is about 7 acres, and takes about 45 minutes to 1 hour to complete. But if you’re looking for something a little more scary, or maybe just more festive for Halloween season, you’ll want to visit for their after dark events. With both a non-scary night time corn maze, and haunted corn maze and hayride options, this is the perfect place to appease everyone in your family.
Gaines Farm Quick Guide:
- Different maze events to choose from, including regular, haunted, non-spooky after-dark mazes, and even a haunted hay ride!
- Food booths on-site for snacks and drinks.
- Typically opens mid-September, through mid-October.
- Tons of kid’s entertainment, including wagon rides, and a cool corn cannon.
- Cash only
- Pets not permitted
5. Whitcomb’s Land of Pumpkins and Corn Maze – Williston
For an amazing selection of pumpkins, decorative corn, and gourds, as well as a great corn maze experience, Whitcomb’s Land Of Pumpkins is the place to go! This farm can be found just outside of Burlington, making it easy for those in that area to visit. And when you arrive, you’ll be greeted with giant pumpkins that are fun to snap photos with, a huge variety of pumpkins and fall decor, and of course, the awesome corn maze.
This 4-acre corn maze is not just fun to find your way out of, but includes bonus puzzles along the way – each check point you complete, you’re rewarded with a piece of candy. The most exciting part, though, is keeping an eye out for a specially marked ear of corn that wins you free pumpkins!
Whitcomb’s Land of Pumpkins and Corn Maze Quick Guide:
- Typically open mid-September through late October. They do a great job with updates on opening and closing days on their Facebook page.
- Credit cards accepted.
- Leashed dogs allowed, including inside the maze.
- The maze takes about 30 minutes to complete.
- Lots of pumpkins available to purchase, including heirloom varities.
- Lots of decorative corn and gourds also available.
- Opportunity to win prizes and get rewarded with candy inside the maze.
6. Peck Farm Orchard – East Montpelier
Just outside the city center of Montpelier, you’ll find the beautiful Peck Farm Orchard, which is an incredible destination to visit in the fall season. And of course, one of the main fall attractions is their corn maze.
Backdropped by the rolling mountains and some lovely fall foliage, the corn maze at Peck Farm is easier and more relaxed than some of the more complex ones, but can still take about 45 minutes to complete at a leisurely pace.
In addition to the maze, you’ll find a lovely farm store, regular and card cider available to purchase, cider donuts, and lots more fall fun with apple picking and pumpkins available to buy.
Peck Farm Orchard Quick Guide:
- Free hayrides available.
- Great place for apple picking.
- Lots of pumpkins to choose from.
- Hard and regular cider available.
- Cider donuts available to munch on.
- Gorgeous scenery!
7. Hathaway Farm & Corn Maze – Rutland
Hathaway Farm is a wonderful working farm in Vermont, and they also have a pretty great corn maze to plan the perfect fall afternoon.
The corn maze at this farm spans about 13 acres, and includes puzzles, and a cool punch card feature – if you find all of the punch card stations inside the maze and present the farm with your full card, you’ll be entered into a raffle for prizes.
In addition to the daytime maze, they also host really exciting Moonlight Madness events, with after dark maze walks that include a glow stick and marshmallows to roast by the fire once you complete the maze. There’s also a mini maze designed for younger children, with a story-telling theme.
In addition to the maze, you’ll find lots of fall staples here, including pumpkins, a farm store, and a fun snack shack with all kinds of goodies ranging from donuts to popcorn.
Hathaway Farm & Corn Maze:
- Typically open late July through October.
- 13-acre maze that includes fun puzzles and a punch card feature.
- Mini maze available for young children.
- Kid’s play area.
- Lots of scenic areas inside the maze, including bridges and Adirondack chairs for relaxing.
- Awesome snack shack with popcorn, donuts, burgers, and more.
- Really fun Moonlight Madness events for a corn maze after hours experience.
8. Isham Family Farm – Williston
Another fantastic fall destination just outside of Burlington is Isham Family Farm, which is home to a wonderful pumpkin patch, and hosts a very fun fall festival each year.
The farm itself is incredibly scenic, and feels quintessentially Vermont. But their corn maze is one of the best reasons to visit in the fall season, of course! This maze takes about 45 minutes to 1 hour to complete, and is different every year to keep it exciting and fresh.
Isham also has a great selection of pumpkins, as well as a farm store with snacks available to purchase.
Isham Family Farm Quick Guide:
- Maze takes about 45 minutes – 1 hour to complete.
- Great farm stand with snacks, including really delicious maple milkshakes!
- Picnic tables around the property to enjoy the views and atmosphere.
- Fall festival each year with live music, food vendors, and lots more fall fun.
9. Sam Mazza’s Farm Market – Colchester
Equal parts farm stand, bakery, and fall destination, Sam Mazza’s Farm Market is another wonderful one-stop shop in the fall season, complete with an awesome corn maze.
This farm offers two mazes to choose from, one that’s 1-mile, and a second that’s 2 miles – and your admission ticket allows you access to both! This maze also features a punch card system, where if you find all punch card stations inside the mazes, your fully-punched card is entered into a raffle for prizes.
Sam Mazza’s Farm Market & Corn Maze Quick Guide:
- Typically open early September through the end of October.
- Credit cards accepted.
- Admission includes both mazes.
- Discounts available for students, repeat customers, and large groups.
- Pumpkins available to purchase.
- Really nice gift shop and farm market that sells homegrown and local products.
10. Lester Farm & Market – New Haven
Just outside of Middlebury is the lovely Lester Farm Market, which had a very fun corn maze, in addition to an awesome selection of pumpkins.
In fact, the pumpkin selection at Lester is incredible, and you can also glow up your front porch with lots of mums, gourds, and other fall decorations while here.
The maze itself is an easier and more relaxed maze, and also features a punch card system to be entered for prizes if you find ’em all.
Lester Farm & Market Corn Maze Guide:
- Typically opens early September, and goes through late October.
- Cider, donuts, and homemade products available like sauces, relish, and so much more.
- Incredible farm stand with amazing homegrown produce.
- Credit cards accepted (except Amex).
What Is The Largest Corn Maze In Vermont?
The largest corn maze in the state is the Great Vermont Corn Maze in Danville. Based on my research of the largest corn mazes in the entire country, it’s likely it’s one of the Top 5 largest in the U.S.!
What Is The Most Difficult Corn Maze In Vermont?
The Great Vermont Corn Maze is also the most difficult, simply because of its size, and how long it takes to find your way out. However, as mentioned, there’s a smaller version you can do there if you’re intimidated by the main maze.
The Percy Farm Corn Maze in Stowe is also pretty challenging.
Corn Mazes Near Burlington, VT
The corn mazes on this list closest to Burlington, VT are:
- Sam Mazza Farm Corn Maze (15 minutes from Burlington)
- Whitcomb’s Land of Pumpkin Corn Maze (20-25 minutes from Burlington)
- Isham Family Farm Corn Maze (20 minutes from Burlington)
After Dark & Haunted Corn Mazes In Vermont
The corn mazes on this list that also offer haunted or after dark versions are:
- Kingdom Corn Maze (non-scary flashlight nights)
- Gaines Farm (both non-scary Twilight Maize nights with a bonfire, and scary Haunted Corn Mazes and Hay Rides)
- Hathaway Farm (non-scary Moonlight Madness nights, which includes a glow stick and marshmallows to roast by the fire).
Tips For Visiting Corn Mazes In The Fall
Bring a water bottle and sunscreen for the bigger mazes. A lot of the mazes are in direct sunlight, and they could take an hour or longer to make your way through. While fall weather is usually chilly in Vermont, you could happen upon a warm, sunny day, too, so you need to stay hydrated, and protect your skin.
Wear comfortable shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty. This isn’t the best time for heeled booties, as the terrain can be uneven. And since you’re on a farm, you’ll want something that can get dirty. If it rained the night before, you may want to also wear waterproof shoes in case of puddles and mud.
Grab the map at the start of the maze (if one’s available)! I know it’s tempting to jump in without any information, but it can be harder than it seems once you’re in there. Especially for the bigger mazes, grab the map just in case.
Bring some cash. While many places are taking cards these days, it’s best to come with some cash just in case, or call beforehand if you’re unsure. Cash may come in handy for smaller purchases like cider donuts, too.
Pets aren’t always allowed, so be sure to know the rules beforehand.
Bring your camera! Corn mazes always create fun memories, so definitely bring your camera inside and snap some photos along the way.
More Of My Vermont Travel Guides:
- Vermont In The Fall
- Vermont In The Winter
- Vermont In The Spring
- Best Times & Places To See Fall Foliage In Vermont
- All The Best Things To Do In Vermont
- Things To Do In Woodstock, VT
- Things To Do In Stowe, VT
- Best Places To Stay In Vermont In The Fall
- What Is Vermont Known For? I’ll Tell You!
- Best Vermont Pumpkin Patches & Farm Stands
- Vermont Covered Bridge Road Trip Itinerary
- Best Time To Visit Vermont
- Must-See Places On A Vermont Route 100 Road Trip
That’s A Wrap On The Best Corn Mazes In Vermont
And there you have it, my list of the best corn mazes in Vermont to help you plan the perfect fall afternoon. Whether you’re gearing up to tackle the Great Vermont Corn Maze, or you’re excited to visit a few this season, Vermont is the perfect place to enjoy this time-honored fall tradition.
