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Corn Maze Basics
- The U.S. produces the most corn.
- Firms charge $1,500 to $1,900 to design and cut a five-acre maze.
- Maze income varies from $30,000 to over $600,000 per season.
- Most mazes are 4-20 acres in size.
- The concept of corn mazes began in the 1990s.
- Iowa has high-quality corn but weather can affect maze quality.
Can You Eat the Corn from a Corn Maze?
- Corn mazes are planted with corn for cattle consumption.
- After the maze is finished in the fall, the corn can be harvested and sold.
Corn Maze Navigation Tips
- Use resources like maps, a compass, or GPS.
- Follow maze rules and always turn the same direction.
- Equip yourself with tools to prevent getting lost.
Fun Facts About Corn Mazes
- The 53-acre maze by Matt and Mark Cooley is the largest.
- Income from mazes can vary significantly.
- The MAiZE Company uses computers to cut maze designs.
- Some mazes have unique features like teleporters for cows.
- Mazes are cut out of corn fields and not grown anew.
Noteworthy Corn Maze Locations
- Creamy Acres Farms in New Jersey has a 60-acre maze.
- Field Of Screams in Idaho is known as one of America’s scariest.
Corn Maze Experiences
- A corn maze is made by cutting a maze out of a cornfield.
- Earning opportunities led farms to create mazes from the 1990s onwards.
- Tools, rules, and proper footwear are essential for a successful maze experience.