Issue #41 in my comic book cover series is called Burrowing Bandit.
Check out every comic book cover maze !
Stop back in a week for issue #42 !
Lost in the Maize: 5 Epic Corn Mazes
It is corn maze season ! There are some wonderful corn mazes around the country and I wanted to feature 5 of my favorites. They come from Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin and Ohio but you can find them all over the country using the Mazeplay corn maze finder ! MazePlay is primarily a gps maze design service if you get inspired by the corn mazes below and want some guidance building your own ! Hey, it worked in Field of Dreams, am I right ? Let’s get to these great corn mazes which are perfect for some fall family fun ! :
Maze Theme: Willy Wonka Golden Ticket
Farm/Business Name: Davis Mega Maze
Location: 142 Redstone Hill, Sterling, MA 01564
This local news video will give you a sense of what the property is all about and all the things to do. The farm has won many competitions for corn maze designs and this year is no different ! This family farm has been around for over 150 years and they have been making mazes since their first in 1996. Let co-owner Larry Davis tell you more in the video…
from Davis Mega Maze
Maze Theme: T-Rex Dinosaur
Farm/Business Name: Meckley’s Flavor Fruit Farm
Location: 11025 S. Jackson Road, Cement City, MI 49233
Roar your way through Meckley's Flavor Fruit Farm's prehistoric corn maze! This year's design features a terrifying T-Rex, sure to thrill dinosaur enthusiasts of all ages. But the fun doesn't stop there. This farm is a foodie paradise with a cidery, cellar, and bakery offering fresh, local treats. Check out their Instagram for mouthwatering pictures and their calendar for a full lineup of fall events. If you are in the area this is a must visit !
Flavor Fruit Farm, T-Rex Maze
Maze Theme: 85th Anniversary of The Wizard of Oz
Farm/Business Name: Fresh Acres
Location: 7385 Jason Ave., Monticello , Minnesota
With the Wicked movie coming out in November and the 85th Anniversary of the Wizard of Oz happened earlier this year, so this is a perfect time to feature Dorothy, Toto and the Wicked witch ! Check out their Fall Calendar which is packed full of events !
Fresh Acres - Wizard of Oz Corn Maze
Maze Theme: Dragon (Year of the Dragon)
Farm/Business Name: Hidden Trails Corn Maze
Location: W4704 WI-16, West Salem, WI 54669, USA
This year, Hidden Trails Corn Maze in West Salem, Wisconsin, celebrates the Year of the Dragon with a mythical maze design that will ignite your imagination. Prepare to get lost in a labyrinth inspired by fire-breathing beasts and legendary lore – it might even give you some "Game of Thrones" vibes! The maze is actually broken into 4 parts one of which includes finding clues to solve a mystery !
But the fun doesn't stop when you escape the dragon's lair. Hidden Trails offers a full day of family entertainment:
Fun Park Frolics: Let the kids loose in the Fun Park, packed with exciting activities to burn off energy.
Pumpkin Paradise: Find the perfect pumpkin in their sprawling patch.
Gift Shop Goodies: Browse unique treasures and souvenirs in the gift shop.
Maze Theme: Taylor Swift
Farm/Business Name: Wheeler Farms
Location: 11455 Obee Rd, Whitehouse, OH 43571, USA
Calling all Swifties! This year, Wheeler Farms in Whitehouse, Ohio, has created a corn maze tribute to the one and only Taylor Swift. Get ready to navigate your way through a design inspired by her iconic music and career. If you get featured on Good Morning America you have have made a notable maze !
But Wheeler Farms is more than just a corn maze. It's a year-round destination for family fun:
Winter Wonderland: Starting soon, choose and cut your own Christmas Tree from their expansive farm.
Spring Flutter: In May, experience the magic of the Butterfly House, where hundreds of butterflies flutter freely.
Wine Down: Relax and unwind in their Wine Room, featuring local wines and a cozy atmosphere.
So, feel free to visit here a few times a year…
Taylor Swift Corn Maze Aerial Photo - courtesy Airspace Creative
So those are the 5 corn mazes I selected. Ever wondered how corn mazes are made ?
How Corn Mazes are Made - A Collection of Corn Maze Videos
More things you might like:
I also write about labyrinths and labyrinth walking. Check out my labyrinth section to see the best labyrinths in your state !
I think corn mazes are a type of art. Check out some of my maze art, like the Taj Mahal Maze, Rock n Roll Hall of Fame Maze, or the Louvre Museum Maze.
Making Mazes - 5 years later - a comparison - Part 1
When I started this website it focused on daily mazes. Each day for 3+ years during 2019-2021 I made a new maze for the home page, themed based on the date. Lots of celebration mazes for weird holidays. I also needed to make mazes quickly, so typically I would make 2-3 mazes a day. In 2022 I started making 1 maze a week. This allowed me to make more impressive mazes with more details. Here are some blog posts that pull themes together:
Lost and Found in Mexico: Exploring 6 Amazing Mazes of Mexico
9 Mazes of religious buildings from around the world
Detailed Mazes of 6 of the Most Famous Buildings in the World
I have also gotten better at using Inkscape, my preferred maze making tool. I was in the archive and noticed the difference in quality between similar mazes from a few years ago to today. Let’s compare a few and see how much better the newest mazes are. 2024 happens to be comic book style mazes…so you’ll see a lot of that.
I have re-made so many mazes that this will be a 3 part series !
Part 1 Animal Mazes then and now.
Bunny Maze
The initial maze is from September 28, 2019. It was made for kids to celebrate International Rabbit Day. The new maze is from 2024 and is comic book style to celebrate Easter.
Chicken Maze
The initial maze was made in 2020 for a section of the website on animal mazes for kids.
2024 is comic book style and celebrates World Farm Animals Day.
Cow Maze
Again we have a kids maze for the animal maze section from 2020 against a comic book style cow from 2024. Each has 2 versions.
Mule Maze
October 26, 2019 was National Mule Day. I really like the maze I made back then mostly because of the snout coloring ! And a 2024 comic book version.
Tiger Maze
My tiger maze from July 2019 is terrible. I hated it when I made it. I hate it even more now. But I need to own it. And the 2024 comic book style replacement.
So a few years later things have gotten much better! I hope you agree. In Part 2 I will be looking at some non-animal mazes vs 2024.
If you want to see all case studies this post pulls them together:
A Collection of Maze Design Case Studies to improve your Mazes
Maze Comic Book Cover #40 - FOWL
Issue #40 in my comic book cover series is called FOWL. I can’t help but think of the greatest chicken comic book character ever: Poyo ! I went with a very simple design on this issue. Check out every comic book cover maze !
Stop back in a week for issue #41 !