Find local corn mazes and hay rides here!

Looking for a local corn maze or hayride in East-Central Michigan?  Scroll down this page and you will see the all of those in East-Central Michigan, sorted by county. Some are huge corn mazes with hayrides, pumpkins, corn cannons, inflatables and others are simple corn mazes with little else.  Most also have loads of pumpkins to choose from.  To really make it fun for  your kids, look for those that have the extra activities, like a corn cannon, cow train, inflatables, farm animals, pumpkin patch or zip lines.  There is usually a small fee for the mazes (of course, the  more elaborate mazes tend to charge more. Hayrides are often free. A LWAYS call before you go to confirm whether they are open this year and any requirements, they don't always report changes to me, and many closed permanently due to the covid lockdowns!

And if you know of one I missed and want to add it or correct the information, please let me know!

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Updates for November 2025

November: Corn mazes aren't open until late July or August - Same with Pumpkin patches. And if you are looking for a pumpkin patch, this website for pumpkin patches). You may also want to try the latest fun, Zombie Paintball, see this website!.

Corn mazes, sorted by county

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Arenac County

 

Bay County

Clinton County

  • Andy T's Farm Market - pumpkins, gourds, Indian corn, wagon rides. corn maze, Christmas trees,
    3131 S US-27, St. Johns, MI 48829. Email: andyts@charter.net. Open: Pumpkin Festival on October 3 to 6th in 2013, open for pumpkins other dates, too - April-Dec, daily 9 am to 8 pm. Saturday and Sunday from 11 am to 6 pm. Directions: From 127, take Price Rd. Exit, go W 1/2 miles to Business 127, go N 3 miles. A true farm market of Michigan offering fresh Michigan fruit and our own fresh vegetables. We are known for high quality plants, fruits, and vegetables. Also farm has 2 goat mountains, mint tours by appt., and 3 miles long fall wagon rides.  [ Click here to update the listing ] (UPDATED: October 28, 2025, JBS) 
  • Uncle John's Cider Mill - pumpkin patch, corn maze, cider mill, jumping pillows, gem mining, more, Gift Shop, Bakery, TAPROOM
    A 5th generation family farm, with baked goods, hard cider and wine, gifts and entertainment
    8614 N US-127, Saint Johns, MI. Phone: 989-224-3686. Email: cider@ujcidermill.com. Open: See their page. Directions: When using our physical address, some GPS programs will take you into the city limits of St. Johns. We are actually NORTH of the City of St. Johns by 7 miles. You may have better luck if you enter the Emerald Golf Course, as we are across the street and slightly north of their location. Uncle John's Cider Mill  facebook page. On some weekends: FOOD TRUCKS: CAMZIE'S PIZZA, BUILD A BOWL, BBQ. ACTIVITIES: Gemstone Mining,Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch, sold by weight, Farm Trail, free
    ‍RETAIL STORES 9-7: Cider Mill, Gift Shop, Bakery, TAPROOM. guests can enjoy our fresh cider, famous donuts, homemade treats, and festive seasonal activities.  (ADDED: September 20, 2023, JBS)  [ Click here to update the listing ] (UPDATED: October 28, 2025, JBS) 

Genesee County

  • Porters Orchard - corn maze, zombie paintball, pumpkins, apples, hayrides, farm animals
    12060 Hegel Rd, Goodrich, MI 48438. Phone: 810-636-7156. Email: XP1007BR@CS.com. Open: Aug-Dec, Monday to Saturday 9 am to 6 pm, Sun noon to 6 pm. Directions: 1-1/2 miles E of M-15 on Hegel Rd. in Goodrich, which is 7 miles S of I-69. We are a family owned Orchard and Farm Market. We press our own cider, bake our own donuts, and make fresh caramel apples. We offer hayrides to the U-pick apples and pumpkins. We have a petting farm and inflatable rides on weekends in Sep and October. Corn Maze, Bakery, Special Events, School Field Trips, Groups/Parties, Paintball at the Orchard, Zombie Paintball available during October!
    Our farm is fun-filled and full of action in the Fall. We have our Cornfield Maze for you to get lost in, and a Very Sincere Pumpkin Patch to for pickin'! Take a hayride around the farm. Visit our petting farm and see what — ‘er who — is new! Come back later in the summer to see what else we'll be offering this Fall.  [ Click here to update the listing ] (UPDATED: June 11, 2025, JBS) 
  • Spicer Orchards - corn maze, pumpkins, Apples, raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, cherries, plums
    10411 Clyde, Fenton, MI 48430. Phone: 810-632-7692. Email: spicerorchard@comcast.net. Open: corn maze from 9 am to 6 pm in September and October. Usually open just the summer and fall months. Free hayrides on the weekends. You can drive your car right up to the apple trees and pick right there. There is a shop that sells fruit, cider and pies and other desserts as well as little knick-knacks like candles, toys and figurines. There are goats, pigs and other farm animals on the premises. Restrooms are on-site. The facility also gives tours to school groups, and other groups like Boy Scouts, etc.  [ Click here to update the listing ] (UPDATED: June 11, 2025, JBS) 

Gladwin County

  • The Wild Pumpkin - pumpkin patch, animal petting farm, horses, cows, pot bellied pigs, sheep, rabbits, chickens, goats and a pumpkin farm, wagon rides, corn maze, gift shop.
    5799 Beaverton Road, Beaverton, MI 48612. Phone: (989) 435-9001. Open: see their page. 2025 prices: $8.00/person, children one and under are free. Season Passes: $18.00/person (valid through the calendar year) Admission Includes: Animal Farm, Sunflower Field, Playground, Corn Box, Hay Maze, Wagon Ride, Corn Maze, Pumpkin Patch. Over 100 animals with a special emphasis on baby animals during the spring season! Goats, Pigs, Sheep, Donkey, Mini Horse, Camel, Llamas, Alpacas, Rabbits, Chickens, Emus, Black Swans, Geese, Ducks, Pheasants and an assortment of other exotic birds. Pumpkin Patch
    Grab a wagon and wander the patch to find the perfect pumpkin! Please note that access to the patch is included in your admission fee, but pumpkins are an additional fee.  [ Click here to update the listing ] (UPDATED: October 28, 2025, JBS) 

Gratiot County

Huron County

Lapeer County

Mason County

Midland County

  • Grandmas Pumpkin Patch - corn maze, pumpkin patch, straw maze, farm animals, hayrides, pony rides, petting zoo, pig races
    4277 N Eastman Road, Midland, MI 48642. Phone: 989-513-5222. Email: grandma@grandmaspumpkinpatch.com. Open: mid-September to October 30th; Monday - Friday from 10am - 7pm for pumpkin sales (no cow train these days); Wednesday Night Fun 4pm - 7pm (most activities, no hay ride); Saturday 10am - 6pm (pumpkin sales and activities); Sunday 12pm - 6pm (pumpkin sales and activities). Directions: Conveniently located on Eastman Road just 5 miles north of the Midland Mall. Click here for dates and hours. Grandma's Pumpkin Patch is your family's fall destination for fun! We area family farm that has many fall activities. Grandma's Pumpkin Patch offers inflatables, hay rides, 3.5 acre corn maze, apple sling shots, pig races and more. Grandmas Pumpkin Patch facebook page.  [ Click here to update the listing ] (UPDATED: October 28, 2025, JBS) 

Ontonagon County

Saginaw County

  • Johnsons Giant Pumpkin Patch - pumpkin patch, corn maze, pony rides,
    4715 N. Portsmouth Rd, Saginaw, MI 48601 , MI 48601. Phone: 989) 752-3133. Email: johnsonsgiantpumpkins@hotmail.com. Open: Daily from 9-7 Monday-Sunday. Each weekend, Johnson's also has live demonstrations at the farm. We feature chainsaw carvers, a blacksmith, rope maker, storyteller, horse rides, Miniature train rides and games for the kids! Also if you want to order an etched pumpkin like above place an order now or before October 1st by calling Gretchen to place an order. Want to book a Birthday or special party call us to arrange a package for your group in our new area. Again this year, is the Trebuchet (Catapult) to thrill all ages! The Trebuchet is capable of throwing pumpkins over 1000 ft! and will be demonstrated on weekends!  [ Click here to update the listing ] (UPDATED: October 28, 2025, JBS) 
    A visitor writes on October 13, 2009:
    "This place is great, corn maze, soy bean maze, petting farm, pony rides, pumpkin catapault, doughnuts and cider, HUGE pumpkins, and much more."
  • Frankenmuth Corn Maze Weiss Centennial Farm - pumpkin patch-pick in the field, cow train rides, corn maze, kiddie (mini) corn maze, straw or hay bale maze, tractor-pulled hay rides, concessions or refreshment stand, porta-potties, picnic area, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours
    5450 Weiss Road, Frankenmuth, MI 48734. Phone: 989-652-8748. Alternate Phone: 989-482-4574. Email: weisscentennialfarm@hotmail.com. Open: late September October  and early November on Fridays fromn 7 pm to 11 pm, Saturdays from 11 am to 11 pm and Sundays from 1 pm to 10 pm. Directions: From Frankenmuth Visitors Center drive 1/2 mile north to Genesee Street (7-11 on the corner). Turn west onto Genesee (name changes to Junction Road)and drive 2.5 miles to Weiss Road. Turn north on Weiss Road and drive 1/2 mile. Farm is on left, corn maze is on the right, just past the farmstead. Welcome!. Click here for a map and directions. Corn maze is open from September 27th through November 4. Payment: Cash, only. Click here for our Facebook page. We are committed to sharing our family farm's story and Michigan's agricultural heritage with visitors. We strive to preserve our farmland and care for our cows for generations to come.  [ Click here to update the listing ] (UPDATED: October 28, 2025, JBS) 

St. Clair County

Sanilac County

  • McCready Family Farms - strawberries, pumpkins, Amish goods, seasonal produce, hayrides, fall family activities, corn maze,
    4118 S Van Dyke Rd, Marlette, MI 48453. Phone: 586-337-4713. Email: lilsquirt28@hotmail.com. Open: see their page or call for availability. McCready Family Farms facebook page.  We are a family owned and operated farm and roadside market. We offer strawberries, sweet corn, pumpkins, mums, Amish goods and other seasonal produce. We have hayrides, fall family activities, u-pick and a corn maze. We look forward to seeing you soon! [ Click here to update the listing ] (UPDATED: October 28, 2025, JBS) 

Shiawassee County

  • Country Corn Maze - pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, corn maze, corn cannon, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, birthday parties, school tours
    450 N Vernon Rd, Corunna, MI 48817. Phone: 989-743-6899. Alternate Phone: 734-604-3994. Email: countrycornmaze@gmail.com. Open: See our website for current hours; Thursdays and Fridays 6 pm till 10 pm; Saturdays 1 pm till 10 pm; Sundays from 1 pm till 8 pm and Labor Day from 1 pm till 8 pm. Click here for current open hours, days and dates. Directions: 5 miles west of M-13 on M-21 to Vernon Road or 5 miles east of Owosso on M-21 to Vernon Road then 1/2 mile north. Click here for a map and directions. Corn Maze is open last weekend in August thru first weekend in November; Pumpkins available beginning first weekend in October. Payment: Cash, Check, credit cards. Admission includes as many trips through the maze as you desire, hayrides, bale castle, mazeyard activities, campfires, and more.  [ Click here to update the listing ] (UPDATED: October 28, 2025, JBS) 

Tuscola County