Strong value for families: 30+ activities, three separate mazes, large pick-your-own pumpkin patch, and genuinely low admission ($9–$11) make this one of the best budget-friendly patches in East Tennessee.
$9 children (2-10 years), $11 adults
Rough cost for a family of four: about $36.00 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.
Mayfield Farm Park stands out as one of the most budget-friendly options in East Tennessee, with genuinely low admission prices and a scope that justifies a full afternoon visit. Three separate corn mazes, a 15-acre pick-your-own pumpkin patch with 50+ varieties, ziplines, and over 30 family activities packed into the ticket create a value proposition that is hard to beat.
For a family of four (two adults at $11 each, two children ages 2–10 at $9 each), admission comes to $40. That’s less than many patches charge for a single carnival ride. The real money will come from pumpkins and any food purchased on-site. Budget for pumpkins separately when you call the farm; farm prices for fall produce vary by size and selection. This keeps costs predictable and within most families’ comfort zone for a full fall afternoon.
Friday hours (9am–9pm) are the hidden advantage of this farm. Saturday and Sunday hours (1pm–9pm on Saturday, 1pm–5pm on Sunday) mean weekend mornings are off-limits, and weekends bring concentrated demand. A Friday afternoon or evening visit gives you the same attractions with fraction of the crowd. Maze wait times are real on Saturday and Sunday in October, especially once mid-month arrives.
The farm features three separate corn mazes, each with a different theme (refreshed annually). You access all three with one admission, though expect 30–90 minutes per maze depending on family age and skill. The 15-acre pick-your-own pumpkin patch with 50+ varieties means you’re not limited to standard orange pumpkins; families can find decorative gourds, white pumpkins, or smaller pie-pumpkin varieties. This variety matters if someone in your group has aesthetic preferences beyond the traditional orange.
The farm operates a “kid-friendly haunted attraction,” which translates to mild spooking rather than gore or intensely scary elements. Suitable for ages 5+ who have seen a light Halloween movie but might freak out at a traditional haunted house. Confirm exact age recommendations when calling.
Early October is better than late October. Unpaved farm lots and open pumpkin fields turn muddy when it rains; if the region gets rain mid-week, weekend field conditions can be genuinely challenging. Saturday visits in late October can be muddy, so Friday visits offer better ground conditions and lower crowd density together.
Friday afternoons (9am–9pm) to avoid weekend crowds, or a Saturday morning (arrive by 1pm when gates open). Early October has better field conditions than late October.
3–4 hours for a thorough visit; 1.5–2 hours if you skip the haunted attraction.
Moderate on Fridays; high on Saturday/Sunday afternoons, especially mid-to-late October.
Typical unpaved farm lot; Friday visits have easier lot conditions.
Three mazes are inherently not wheelchair accessible. Other activities (hayrides, ziplines, life-size Jenga) may vary. Call ahead to inquire.
You want an adult-focused haunted experience (this one is kid-friendly); Your group dislikes walking or prefers flat terrain; You need weekday hours (closed Mon–Thu)
Mayfield Farm is in Athens, McMinn County, between Chattanooga and Knoxville. Combine with scenic drives through the Smoky Mountains foothills or a visit to the Sequatchie Valley scenic area.
This is a pick-your-own operation. The farm has 15 acres of pumpkins and 50+ varieties. Bring bags or use their wagon service (confirm whether wagon service is included or costs extra).
Each maze has a different theme that changes yearly. In 2026, the themes have not been published, but expect three separate experiences at three difficulty levels. Confirm whether all three are accessible with a single admission or if they're separate charges.
Ziplines are active attractions; typical weight/height minimums apply (call 423-746-9859 to confirm age/size requirements). The haunted attraction is listed as 'kid-friendly,' so it's designed for younger visitors but may not suit toddlers.
September 26 – November 8, 2026. Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays. Hours: Fri 9am-9pm, Sat 1pm-9pm, Sun 1pm-5pm.
Admission starts at $9 per person. $9 children (2-10 years), $11 adults
257 Highway 307, Athens, TN 37303, in McMinn County. It is one of 6 patches we track in Knoxville Region.
We track 6 patches in Knoxville Region. At $9 a head this one sits below the regional median of $14, undercutting 3 of the 4 paid patches we track here.
Its season runs about 44 days against a regional average of 44, so it is broadly in line with the rest of the region.
What sets it apart locally: it has an after-dark attraction, which most Knoxville Region patches on our list do not.
There is 1 other patch we track in McMinn County. All Knoxville Region patches →
mayfieldfarmpark.com · wbir.com
Checked August 2026.