This piece was updated on September 23, 2025. It was originally published on October 5, 2021.
While the District itself may have a dearth of corn mazes, luckily enough, there are several options for the delightfully meandering fall excursion nearby. So if you’re looking to get lost in a maze of maize, check out some of our picks below.
Blue Ridge Mountain Maze
462 Winery Ln., Roseland, Va.
This venue has a daytime corn maze and also a nighttime one, with public campfire spaces and s’mores available to munch on. The location at Blue Toad Hard Cider also boasts seasonal sips straight from the orchard. Tickets are $16 and under. The maze is open from September 20 to November 9.
Butler’s Orchard
22222 Davis Mill Rd., Germantown, Md.
Butler’s 45th annual Pumpkin Festival not only features their twisted corn maze, but also live music, corn hole games, a corn pool, and premium activities like face painting and pony rides for an additional cost. The festival goes from September 20 to November 2 with tickets ranging from $12 to $20. Buy tickets ahead of time for a $2 discount from walk-up prices.
Cox Farms
15621 Braddock Rd., Centreville, Va.
Enter the “Cornundrum” at your own risk, for a maze filled with pirates, jungles and more. A fall festival kicked off September 20 and runs through November 9, with additional attractions such as numerous slides to slide down and numerous farm animals to feed. The farm transforms into spooky Fields of Fear on Friday and Saturday nights from September 26 to November 8 (as well as Sunday, October 12), and the corn maze becomes a “Cornightmare.” Daytime ticket prices range from $15 to $30, and Fields of Fear prices range from $35 to $45.
MD Corn Maze
389 Gambrills Rd., Gambrills, Md.
In honor of the upcoming release of Wicked: For Good, this year’s corn maze features stalks inspired by Oz, plus various Wicked-themed photo areas. Tickets start at $18. Bring your pooch on the designated dog-friendly weekend (November 1 to November 2).
Montpelier Farms
1720 Crain Hwy., Upper Marlboro, Md.
In addition to the 7-acre corn maze, this farm features hayrides, playgrounds for the kiddos, and pumpkin bowling. But if the big maze is a little too intense for you, try out the property’s smaller corn maze. General admission ranges from $15 to $25, and the maze is open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from September 13 to November 2.
Wayside Farm
5273 Harry Byrd Hwy., Berryville, Va.
Get lost (but not too lost!) in this farm’s Capitals-themed maze, featuring a tribute to Alex Ovechkin. Once you conquer the 10-acre pathway, enjoy a plethora of quintessential fall activities such as hayrides or pumpkin picking. Tickets are between $17 and $32 per person.
Cornfusion Corn Maze
2020 Garrett Rd., Manchester, Md.
This pet-friendly farm offers an obstacle course, giant pumpkin corral, and straw jump in addition to their maze. The maze and other fall festivities begin on September 13. The farm stays open until 10 PM on Fridays and Saturdays beginning October 3 for a flashlight maze and campfire. Regular admission is $20, and the farm is open weekends through October 26.
Liberty Mills Farm
9166 Liberty Mills Rd., Somerset, Va.
You can choose from four different paths in this 34-acre maze. Routes include the Story Maze, the Trivia Maze, the Hole Punch Maze (the farm’s longest maze), and the Mystery Maze, where you won’t have any maps to guide you around. The walking puzzles are open from September 13 to November 11, and tickets range from $16 to $20.
Summers Farm
7503 Hollow Rd., Middletown, Md.
This 6-acre corn maze honors Capitals player Alex Ovechkin’s record-breaking 895 career goals. The farm also offers a mini maze for those looking for a quicker route. A fall festival includes a pumpkin train, apple blaster, and mega slide. It runs from September 13 to October 31, and general admission ranges from $16 to $24, with a discount online bookings.
