A larger rural operation claiming 30+ attractions and a 5-acre corn maze, but specific 2026 dates and pricing have not been published — worth confirming before you plan.
Mazing Acres describes itself as one of South Dakota’s larger operations, with a 5-acre corn maze (the state’s first, according to the farm) and 30+ attractions across the property. The specifics of those 30+ offerings are not published, but the confirmed list includes hayrides through pumpkin fields, farm animals, and flower fields — a more diversified operation than some of the region’s maze-focused venues.
A 5-acre corn maze is substantial. Most family-friendly mazes run 2-3 acres, passable in 30-45 minutes. A 5-acre layout can take well over an hour, especially if your group includes young kids or anyone who does not enjoy the puzzle aspect. Build in at least 60-90 minutes for the maze alone, and plan the rest of your time around it — hayrides and petting-zoo time fill the remaining hours.
Yankton is in the flat, agricultural heartland of southeastern South Dakota, the Missouri River valley. The terrain is open plains with few trees and less dramatic fall color than the Black Hills region. That means sun exposure — bring sunscreen and a hat for September and early October. By late October, the cooling is real, so layers are essential.
The farm’s website and tourism listings mention “30+ attractions,” “scenic hayrides,” and “farm animals,” but do not break down what is included in admission versus what costs extra. Some operations charge a gate price and then separate fees for pony rides, hayrides, or specialty activities. The only way to know is to call (605) 760-2759 or visit mazingacres.com and ask specifically what admission covers and whether hayrides and animal access are included.
The same applies to 2026 dates. Based on 2025 history (Sept 19 - Oct 31), the farm likely opens in mid-to-late September, but exact dates are not published yet.
Weekends only (Saturday 10am-8pm, Sunday 10am-6pm historically). Saturday mornings favor longer daylight and more time to work through multiple attractions. Sundays close at 6pm, which limits your evening window but may be quieter if you go early.
Three to four hours is realistic if you tackle the maze, take a hayride, and spend time with animals and picking pumpkins. The farm advertises weekend food trucks, so plan to eat on-site if you stay a full afternoon — budget accordingly.
Bring sturdy shoes for the maze walk, layers for October temperature swings, and sunscreen if visiting in September. This is a family-scale operation in rural Yankton County, so expect field parking and standard farm facilities.
The 2025 schedule was Saturday 10am-8pm and Sunday 10am-6pm. The farm advertises a September 19 through October 31 window, but 2026 exact dates are not yet announced. Saturdays favor morning visits for longer daylight; Sundays are shorter (ends at 6pm).
Three to four hours for the maze, hayrides, and petting-zoo time. A 5-acre maze is substantial and can take 45 minutes to over an hour depending on your group.
Saturday-Sunday only, with a multi-week season that will concentrate weekend traffic. Saturdays likely draw larger crowds, especially mid-day (11am-4pm) in October.
Not specified. Expect field parking; this is rural Yankton County south of the town.
Not published. The 5-acre maze, farm animals, and hayrides may have accessibility limitations — contact the farm to confirm.
You need to confirm the exact opening date before booking travel; 2026 specific dates are not yet published. Also skip if you prefer quieter, smaller venues — a 30+ attraction farm is ambitious and likely busy on weekends.
Yankton town (historic riverfront district, restaurants), the nearby Gavins Point Dam area, and scenic drives along the Missouri River valley. The farm is south of town; it makes sense as a morning or early-afternoon activity before exploring Yankton's historic downtown.
The farm advertises 30+ attractions but does not publish a detailed breakdown. The sources confirm a 5-acre corn maze, pumpkin picking, scenic hayrides, farm animals, and flower fields. Contact (605) 760-2759 for a full current list.
A 5-acre maze typically takes 45 minutes to over an hour depending on your group's speed and problem-solving. It is a serious undertaking, not a quick activity.
The farm historically opens around September 19 and runs through October 31, but 2026 exact dates are not yet announced. Confirm the opening date in early September.
Not specified. Contact the farm to clarify what admission covers and which activities are separate charges.
2026 dates had not been published when we last checked. In past seasons it has run: Sat-Sun. Check with the farm before driving out.
Admission pricing was not published when we last checked.
30851 433rd Avenue, Yankton, SD 57078, in Yankton County. It is one of 18 patches we track in South Dakota.
We track 18 patches in South Dakota, 1 of which are free to walk into. 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, farm animals, which most South Dakota patches on our list do not.
One caveat worth repeating: this farm had not published its 2026 dates when we last checked, while 6 of the 18 patches we track in South Dakota had. Treat any date you see elsewhere as last year's until the farm confirms it.
mazingacres.com · pumpkinpatchesandmore.org
Checked August 2026.