The Central Coast's largest corn maze with a Sesame Street design (2026) and an all-day admission model covering hayrides, apple cannon, and peddle cart races—more expensive upfront but genuinely full-day value.
All-day admission included
Brookshire Farms is the Central Coast’s largest corn maze at 7 acres and nearly 4 miles of trails. For 2026, it’s one of only 35 farms nationally to feature a Sesame Street-themed maze design, making it a draw for families with younger kids who love the characters.
Unlike farms charging separately for maze entry, hayrides, and attractions, Brookshire uses a single all-day admission price that covers the maze, hayrides, apple cannon, and peddle cart races. This is upfront more expensive than a pick-your-own farm, but it’s genuinely full-day value if your family will use the attractions. Budget 3-4 hours minimum; 5 hours if kids want to repeat the maze or run the peddle carts multiple times.
The maze itself is the main event. At 7 acres with nearly 4 miles of trails, it’s genuinely large. Families with kids age 5-12 typically spend 1-2 hours inside; experienced puzzle solvers move faster. First-timers often get productively lost, which is part of the fun.
Hayrides and peddle cart races are lighter, quicker activities (10-20 minutes each) that break up the maze experience. The apple cannon is a small target-shooting game. Research notes confirm these are included, but specific age or height restrictions aren’t published, so call ahead if you’re unsure whether a toddler can ride or whether older kids can operate the peddle carts.
San Luis Obispo is on the Central Coast, where September is warm (75-80°F) and October is pleasantly mild. Sunscreen and a hat are practical; water is essential for maze walking. Bring layers if you’re visiting in late October, when evenings cool to 55-60°F.
2026 season dates were not yet published as of August. Estimate late September through early November based on the Central Coast’s growing window and the farm’s central-coast location. Call (805) 549-8733 for confirmed opening and closing dates.
Monday-Friday hours start at 12pm (noon) and run to 6:30pm; Saturday-Sunday open at 10am with closing times that vary by season. The later weekday start suggests the farm focuses on weekend and evening traffic. Visiting Monday-Friday morning (if the farm opens earlier than 12pm on certain days) will be quieter; weekend afternoons in October are peak demand.
Late September through mid-October for cooler weather and lighter crowds; weekday mornings beat weekend bottlenecks at the maze entrance.
3-4 hours minimum to do the maze justice plus eat and enjoy the other activities. Plan 5 hours if the kids want to repeat the maze.
Moderate weekdays, heavy weekends, especially October. The farm's long hours (Mon-Fri 12pm-6:30pm start, Sat-Sun 10am start) suggest midday rush, so arriving early or going near closing helps.
Farm location on Los Osos Valley Road; parking surface not specified, but expect potential congestion on October weekends.
No specific accessibility details published for the 7-acre maze or hayrides. Contact (805) 549-8733 to inquire about wheelchair access or alternative activities within the all-day admission.
You want a budget-friendly visit with no bundled activities; all-day admission means you're paying for everything whether or not you use it all.
San Luis Obispo is a Central Coast college town with good restaurants, wineries, and the famous Thursday night farmers market (year-round). Combine with a drive along Highway 1 for coastal views or a visit to nearby Morro Bay.
Brookshire Farms was selected as one of only 35 farms nationwide to host a Sesame Street-themed maze design in 2026. The maze's design—likely featuring Sesame Street characters or themes visible from above—is a special, limited-time feature that changes annually. If your kids love Sesame Street, this is a draw; if not, it's just context.
The maze spans nearly 4 miles of trails. Most families with kids age 5-12 spend 1-2 hours navigating, depending on their puzzle-solving approach and how lost they get. Teens and adults moving quickly may finish in 45-60 minutes. First-timers take longer.
Likely yes for kids 3+, but age restrictions are not published. Call (805) 549-8733 to confirm age and height requirements for each activity, especially the peddle cart races.
Season dates were not published as of August 2026. Research notes mention 'seasonal' operation, and the Central Coast has a broader growing window than inland California, so estimate late September through early November. Call (805) 549-8733 for confirmed 2026 opening and closing dates.
2026 dates had not been published when we last checked. In past seasons it has run: Mon-Fri, Sat-Sun. Check with the farm before driving out.
Admission pricing was not published when we last checked. All-day admission included
4747 Los Osos Valley Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405, in San Luis Obispo County. It is one of 4 patches we track in Central Coast.
We track 4 patches in Central Coast. The farm has not published a gate price, so it cannot be compared on cost — call before you budget.
What sets it apart locally: it has hayrides, which most Central Coast patches on our list do not.
One caveat worth repeating: this farm had not published its 2026 dates when we last checked, while 1 of the 4 patches we track in Central Coast had. Treat any date you see elsewhere as last year's until the farm confirms it.
There are 2 other patches we track in San Luis Obispo County. All Central Coast patches →
brookshirefarms.com
Checked August 2026.