Stalking Hudson Valley's Corn Mazes: The Comprehensive '22 Round Up

HUDSON VALLEY, NY — Everybody thinks they are an expert at navigating corn mazes until they find themselves at their wit's end and headed down a dead end path, but no need for breadcrumbs — practice makes perfect.

This comprehensive rundown will help you find your way to the Hudson Valley's most challenging corn mazes — finding your way out is up to you. Good luck! Hours can vary as the days grow shorter and reservations aren't often required, but are sometimes, so make sure to call ahead before heading out to the farmlands.

WESTCHESTER

• Outhouse Orchards: Use the map provided to find hidden clues about monsters so that you may solve the puzzle and learn interesting facts about feats of farming. 139 Hardscrabble Rd. North Salem 914-277-3188
• Wilkens Fruit & Fir Farm: The corn maze rules are as follows: 1. Stay on trails 2. No strollers 3. No running or pushing 4. No picking or throwing corn 5. No cutting through the corn 6. Have fun! 1335 White Hill Road Yorktown Heights 914-245-5111

ROCKLAND

• Dr. Davies Farm: A corn maze and a scavenger hunt for an added challenge. 306 Rte 304, Congers 845-268-7020

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ORANGE

• Manza Family Farm: Okay, so it's technically a straw maze, but hay, it still sounds like fun. 730 State Rte 211, Montgomery 845-692-4364
• Pierson’s Farm: In 2022, they will be celebrating the 150th anniversary of the discovery of the Otisville Mastodon. Two corn mazes and sunflower fields. If that's not enough fall excitement, visit the petting zoo, gem mining or the trike track. 1448 Route 211, West Middletown 845-386-1882
• Twin Ponds Farm: If the seven-acre corn maze isn't challenging enough, you can try your hand at special nighttime hours and navigate the labyrinth by candlelight (or flashlight). 531 River Rd, Montgomery 845-457-1830
• Wright Family Farm: This five-acre corn maze isn't for the faint of heart. 329 Kings Highway, Warwick 845-986-1345
• Social Island: This six-acre corn maze boils down the purest elements of an escape room to create a family-friendly game night out. 939 Pulaski Highway, Goshen. 845-545-5997

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DUTCHESS

• Barton Orchards: This is a working farm and much like co-workers, the five-acre corn maze only really comes alive on weekends. 63 Apple Tree Lane, Poughquag 845-227-2306 SEE ALSO: Barton Orchard Fire Destroys 2 Buildings, Numerous Vehicles
• Fishkill Farms: This one-acre corn maze benefits charity. This year’s cause is to be announced. 9 Fishkill Farm Road Hopewell 845-897-4377
• Kesicke Farm: There aren't any landmarks in a corn maze, but just look for the Kesicke Bear to find your way home. 229 Middle Road, Rhinebeck 845-590-9642

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ULSTER

• Headless Horseman Hayrides and Haunted Houses: "The Dark Harvest" is a 4-acre corn maze, where you will encounter giant pumpkins, a bee house, shacks, scarecrows and insects bigger than you are. Also, "the Harvesting of Souls is made easier because the people who live in the hollow grounds use old farm tools." Recommended for age 13 and up. Children under 8 not allowed. 778 Broadway, Route 9W, Ulster Park 845-339-2666
• DuBois Farms: This two-acre corn maze is just right for a perfect autumn getaway. 209 Perkinsville Road Highland 845-795-4037
• Hurds Family Farm: This year's corn maze will be pollinator-themed . The maze can be reserved privately for large groups on Wednesdays and Thursdays. 2187 State Route 32, Modena 845-883-7825
• Kelder's Farm: This year's corn maze is a tribute for Ukraine and those who suffered in the midst of the crisis. 5755 Route 209 Kerhonkson. 845-626-7137
• Wallkill View Farm Market: The corn maze will be open everyday during October. 15 Route 299 W, New Paltz 845-255-8050

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SULLIVAN

• Saunderskill Farm: Come for the fresh baked goods; stay because you can't find your way out of the danged maze. Route 209, Accord. 845-626-2676

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COLUMBIA

• Samascott Garden Market: The 2022 corn maze features Samascott's mascots: Korra, Freya and Scotty (who you might meet in the store.) Find all eight stations inside the maze and win a free small ice cream or $1 off hard ice cream. 65 Chatham St., Kinderhook. 518-758-9292