Fall without a corn maze is like summer without a beach. They can be a lot of fun for all ages, and a good way to spend a Sunday afternoon outside. But where to go? How to get there? I have searched for the best corn mazes around Raleigh and the Triangle for 2026, so you don’t get lost before even entering the maze. Enjoy the cooler weather, stumble around the corn stubbles, and support these local businesses who are augmenting their farm income with a dedicated attraction. We haven’t decided yet where to go this fall, but below you find what will be my first choices.

Most corn mazes in our area are about 5 acres in size, and take on average an hour to find your way, although this can range from under half an hour to over two hours. Various additional activities invite you to stick around a lot longer.

The pioneer: Ken’s Korny Corn Maze

There is a reason Ken is listed first, and before going into details about what you can do in 2026, let’s do a quick dive into history. 30 years ago, in 1996, NC tourism meant beach and mountains, and farms meant corn, soy and ‘bacco fields, and never the twain shall meet. Ken Walker started stacking hay bales in fall 1997. In 1999, he planted the first real corn maze. And while he is not the inventor of the corn maze (that was a dude in PA, but only a few years earlier), Ken played an important role in introducing corn mazes and agritourism to the piedmont long before that was even a word. And this is not just my opinion: A few years ago, Ken Walker received the 2020 Innovative Farmer of the Year Award from the Wake County Agribusiness Council.

Now in its 27th year, Ken’s promises to be better than ever. Five acres divided into 3 sections, and that’s just the corn maze. All in all, they list a staggering 38 activities, including farm animals, tire mountain, music wall, swings, mini golf, and a picnic area.

If you’re afraid that your kids will be underwhelmed by the outing, come here. This has something for all ages, although if you’re focused on pre-schoolers exploring a maze, this one might be on the intimidating side. It also has among the longest hours, staying open until after dark.

Dates: Sept. 26 – Nov. 14, 2026
Hours: Fri 4p-9p, Sat 10a-9p, Sun 12p-8p
Address: 3175 Benson Road, Garner, NC 27529
Price: $20 (ages 3 and up)
Age recommendation: suitable for all ages, with maze exciting for older kids, but also many other attractions for the younger ones
Maze size: 5 acres in 3 sections
Drive time: 20 minutes South of downtown Raleigh
Website: Ken’s Korny Corn Maze

The local options for Cary and Morrisville: Phillips Farms

Another large operation is Phillips Farms of Cary. Many activities beyond the corn maze, including a petting zoo, pedal cart track, toddler town and a corn box. Some activities cost extra. They don’t list the size of their maze, but on the map it looks about the same as the others.

Dates: opened Sept. 19, end date not announced, but at least through 10/31, 2026
Hours: Thu 4p-8p, Fri 3p-6p, Sat 10a-6p, Sun 1p-6p
Address: 6800 Good Hope Church Road, Cary, NC
Price: $22 (ages 2 and up), or $35 (includes some of the activities that cost extra)
Note their weeknight deals: up to 3 kids 6 and under are free on Thu, buy one get one ½ off on Fri
Age recommendation: suitable for all ages, great deals on weeknights for larger families with kids under 6.
Maze size: around 5 acres (my own estimate)
Drive time: 30 minutes West of downtown Raleigh, 15 minutes from downtown Cary
Website: Phillips Farms

For Brier Creek and North Raleigh: Page Farms

Page Farms has fewer attractions, is cheaper, and for some of you closer, which makes it a good alternative to the large farms, and less overwhelming. Open during the week, this is also great for those not dependent on school hours and looking for less busy days. Located just off Leesville Rd near the 540/70 intersection, it is also easy to get to.

Dates: Sept. 19 – Nov. 1, 2026
Hours: Tue/Wed/Thu: 9a-1p, Fri/Sat/Sun: 9a-6p
Address: 6100 Mount Herman Road, Raleigh, NC 27617
Price: $14 (Weekdays), $18 (Fri eve and weekend)
Age recommendation: suitable for all ages
Maze size: 5 acres
Drive time: 25 minutes Northwest of downtown Raleigh, near the airport / 540&70.

Website: Page Farms

For Wendell, Knightdale, Rolesville: Crossroads Corn Maze

Crossroads in Northeast Wake is all about the corn maze, although it also has a handful of other activities like hayrides and lawn games. You also pay only for the corn maze, which might be a good option if you have a younger kid and teenagers that are too cool for corn mazes – they can just hang out for free while you chase the little one through the maze. The corn maze ticket also includes a hay ride and a pumpkin!

Dates: Oct. 2 – Nov. 1, 2026
Hours: Fri 1p-9p, Sat 10a-9p, Sun 1p-7p
Address: 5712 Watkins Rd, Wendell, NC
Price: Free if not going through maze or under 5, $14 (6-12) $17 (age 13 and up)
Age recommendation: suitable for all ages (free entry under 5)
Maze size: 5 acres
Drive time: 30 minutes Northeast of downtown Raleigh, less from N Raleigh, Knightdale, Rolesville, Wake Forest
Website: Crossroads Corn Maze

If it absolutely has to be the biggest maze: Hubb’s Farm

Did your kid speedrun the maze in 15 minutes last year? Do they want a Zelda: Breath of the Wild sized labyrinth? Then go the extra miles and make the 1hr-trip down to Clinton and Hubb’s Farm. Around 15 acres and 3x as big as the local mazes, it will present a formidable challenge to even the most ambitious maze runners. Note that “not all activities are running” on weekdays.

Dates: Sept. 19 – Nov. 7, 2026
Hours: Wed-Fri 10a-2p, Sat in Oct: 10a-9p, Sat in Sep+Nov: 10a-6p, Sun 10a-6p
Address: 10276 US Hwy 421 North, Clinton, NC 28328
Price: $18 (weekdays, not all activities are running), $24 (weekends)
Age recommendation: suitable for all ages, but best for teenagers and older kids looking for a bigger challenge.
Maze size: 15 acres (3 separate mazes)
Drive time: about an hour from Raleigh towards the coast
Website: Hubb’s Farm

Briefly mentioned:

Pope Farms of Knightdale has a pumpkin patch and more, but no corn maze.
Naylor Family Farm is in Fuquay and has many attractions, some of them year-round.
Hill Ridge Farms is in Youngsville, seems focused on younger kids, and no corn maze.
Grasshopper Farms is in Knightdale and looks cool and at the lower end of the price range.
Holder Hill Farm is a bit further, towards Durham, with similar offerings incl. corn maze.
Porter’s Farms is open year-round, but has limited dedicated fall activities.

For all sites, check the website before going. (I verified all the information on September 28, 2026.) I have personally only visited Ken’s and another one that no longer exists. Some of the places close if the weather is iffy, as it can be in October. Also check when it gets dark, which is around 7pm at the beginning of October, but comes much earlier (6:20p) towards the end of the month.