Plan your visit  - FAQ

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Parking
We have two gravel driveways, marked by our Red Barn Corn Maze signs, to access our parking lot.  Most of the parking is on gravel, but on busy days there is plenty of room to park in the grassy areas of the parking lot.
grounds
What does admission include?
The $10 admission cost includes the maze with a map and clue book, the hay ride, barrel train, 2 apples at the slingshot, petting farm, historical displays and all the games on the grounds.
animal feed
What isn't included?
Admission does not include purchases at our concession stand, purchases in the gift shop, or the purchase of pumpkins and gourds.  Pumpkins are sold by the pound.  Visit our pricing page for details.

Additional slingshot apples are available at the slingshot and are 3 for $1.00.  Food for the animals is available for a suggested donation of 50 cents per bag.

accept card payments
What payments are accepted?  Can I buy tickets online in advance?
We do not currently have online ticketing.  Payment is made at entry, and we accept cash, checks, any credit or debit cards, Apple Pay and most android tap-to-pay options.  Destination Door County and Algoma Chamber gift certificates are accepted.

Red Barn gift certificates are available for purchase also.

maze walkers
How long should I plan for my visit?
Most guests visit a minimum of 2 hours.  The full maze experience takes anywhere from 30-60 minutes, although it's designed to do as much or as little as you desire.  Our hay ride loop is about 15 minutes, and there are enough games and activities on the grounds to keep you occupied for an hour or more.  Because of this, we recommend arriving at least an hour before closing (5:00 pm), if not two hours earlier to get the full experience.
wagon pumpkins
Can I just buy pumpkins?

Yes!  Just let us know when you come to the check-in booth that you are only looking for pumpkins.  We have pre-picked pumpkins and gourds by the entry on a trailer, or you are also welcome to walk to the patch and pick your own.

If we aren't too busy, we try to keep some of the pumpkins on the trailer marked with the pounds and corresponding price.  

Pumpkins are 50 cents/pound.  We have some as small as 5 pounds ($2 each) and potentially as big as 80 pounds ($40 each.)

barrel train for everyone
Is this just for kids?

Not at all!  We have guests ranging from newborn to in their 90s, who all enjoy the maze and grounds.  Our games were made for kids but with adults in mind--even our barrel train.  

Throughout the maze and grounds we have dozens of educational signs and displays. All ages can learn something from a visit to our farm!


maze checkpoint
How do I get through the maze?  What if I get lost?
We provide every group with maps to help navigate. The maze is not 'one-way', but rather has interconnected trails.  The bridges and checkpoints act as landmarks to help you find your place on the map. Although the goal is to exit back into the grounds where you enter, we do incorporate side exits into the maze.  And, if you do get really lost, we have our phone number on the map, and will come find you!
snowy hayride
Will you be closed if it's raining?

Because we are open so few days, we plan to be open rain or shine.  It has happened, however, when a day-long deluge or dangers of lightening have caused us to close.  If we need to close for extreme weather, it will be posted on our website, Facebook, and Google. 

We even hosted a field trip in a blizzard one year, breaking out in a chorus of Jingle Bells on the hay ride!

Bella and ducks
Are dogs allowed?
We currently allow dogs on a leash at our maze.  Our border collie, Bella, is usually on the grounds monitoring the ducks.  We reserve the right to ask any dog to leave if we feel it is a disruption to our guests or animals.
stroller
Can I bring a stroller in the maze?
Yes, we try to keep the maze trails smooth enough for a stroller or wagon.  Three-wheel strollers navigate the best, as we do have some sharp turns in our trails.  Keep in mind that it is a field, and in particularly wet weekends or years we may have some mud or bumpy spots.  We do have a jogging stroller available to borrow. 
Wheelchair duck race
How level are the grounds?  Are they accessible?

The grounds are completely grass, but they are level enough for strollers and wagons to move easily.  We have had guests with wheelchairs, walkers, and scooters.  We always make sure that one of our porta-potties are wheelchair accessible also. 

warm maze
When is the best time to come?
If you are wondering about what weekend is the best, we recommend September.  The weather is typically better, the pumpkin selection is at its best, and we are not as crowded.  As to time of day, we just suggest that you arrive by 4:00 at the latest to have time for the full experience.
Concession stand
Is there food on-site?
We do have a concession stand with food and beverages, like our home-pressed apple cider! Our sponsors help us to keep our prices reasonable and affordable.  Because of this, we ask that you don't carry-in your own food and drinks.  No alcohol is served or allowed. 
grapes
Do you sell apples or farm produce?

Besides the obvious pumpkins and gourds, we do grow other crops.  Our apples are used by us to press our cider, and are not available for sale.  However, during the season we may have available eggs, honey, berries, or pick-your-own pears and concord grapes.  If you are looking for apples, there are a few orchards and food stands within 10 minutes of our farm.