Arizona's largest corn maze (12.5 acres with three difficulty levels) in remote southeastern Arizona; a major draw for maze enthusiasts despite 2026 dates being unconfirmed.
Corn maze: $10 adults, $8 children; Hayrides on Fri-Sat; Pumpkins sold per selection
Rough cost for a family of four: about $32.00 in admission alone at the posted starting rate, before pumpkins, food, parking or any add-on listed above. Most families end up well north of that once they are through the gate.
Apple Annie’s Orchard operates Arizona’s largest corn maze: 12.5 acres with three difficulty levels to suit different maze appetites. The scale is genuine—600,000 corn stalks planted to create the pattern. This is not a 15-minute family maze; it’s a serious navigational challenge.
Located near Willcox in Cochise County (southeastern Arizona), it’s 90 miles east of Tucson and 2+ hours from Phoenix. This is a destination trip, not a quick weekend visit.
The record mentions three maze difficulty levels but doesn’t name them or describe completion times. Before driving 90 miles, call or email via the website to understand what each level entails. A family with young kids needs to know whether they’ll be lost in the maze for 45 minutes (frustration) or 15 minutes (success).
Maze entry is $10 for adults, $8 for children. Hayrides are available Friday–Saturday–Sunday, but the record does not give a price — call ahead if that’s part of your plan. Pumpkins are sold per selection (weight-based or flat price not specified).
A family of four (2 adults, 2 kids) pays $36 for maze entry alone ($10 x 2 + $8 x 2). Hayrides and pumpkins are both unpriced extras on top of that — budget them as open questions rather than guessing a total. This is still likely more economical than a large bundled-admission festival, but requires a bit more phone-calling to pin down.
The orchard operates 9am–4pm historically. This is a daylight-only operation, unlike evening-oriented Phoenix metro patches. September visits run warmer (can reach 90°F); October is 70–80°F. Morning arrival (9am opening) captures cooler weather and shorter maze shadows.
Willcox is a small town with limited services. The orchard is 90 miles from Tucson, which means:
The upside: the remote location and record-setting maze attract maze enthusiasts willing to travel.
Check appleannies.com to confirm:
The 90-mile drive justifies thorough planning. This is worth the travel if maze-solving is a core part of your fall outing; it’s not worth it for a casual pumpkin grab.
Historically September 20–October 31 (exact 2026 dates TBD); morning visits (9am opening) beat heat and crowds. Three difficulty levels suit different age groups and maze appetite.
1–2 hours for maze alone; 3–4 hours if combining with hayrides, pumpkin picking, and food.
Remote location likely keeps crowds lighter than metro patches. Weekend mornings will draw regional traffic. Early September opening means fewer visitors than late October.
On-site orchard parking (specifics not detailed).
Contact the farm via website to confirm 12.5-acre maze accessibility and hayride access for mobility considerations.
You prefer quick pumpkin grabs; a 12.5-acre maze demands time commitment and maze patience.
Willcox is a remote town in Cochise County, southeastern Arizona. Combine with Dragoon wine country (west) or Chiricahua National Monument (east) for a regional adventure. Limited dining in Willcox; plan accordingly.
Time varies by difficulty level and experience. Call to ask typical completion times for each level or check the website.
Three levels are offered; call or visit to understand them (easy for young kids, medium for families, hard for experienced maze-solvers).
Hayrides are available Friday–Saturday–Sunday historically. Confirm 2026 schedule and pricing by calling or visiting appleannies.com.
Historically Sept 20–Oct 31. Check appleannies.com or call via the website contact form for 2026 confirmation.
Approximately 90 miles east of Tucson (2–2.5 hours driving). Plan a full-day outing, not a quick patch visit.
2026 dates had not been published when we last checked. In past seasons it has run: Daily (historical pattern). Check with the farm before driving out.
Admission starts at $8 per person. Corn maze: $10 adults, $8 children; Hayrides on Fri-Sat; Pumpkins sold per selection
6405 West Williams Road, Willcox, AZ 85643, in Cochise County. It is one of 2 patches we track in Tucson Region.
appleannies.com
Checked August 2026.