Red Mill Farms sits in Hardin County, near Elizabethtown in western Kentucky. The farm operates a farm market with fall-season pumpkin patch, corn maze, hayrides, pony rides, and petting zoo. It’s designed as a casual, intimate farm experience rather than a large-scale festival.
The farm operates as a working farm market first, with seasonal pumpkin attractions added for fall. That gives it a different feel than dedicated festival farms—you’re visiting a working agricultural property, not an entertainment venue. The core attractions are straightforward: corn maze, u-pick pumpkins, hayrides, pony rides, and petting zoo.
The farm’s schedule is helpful for working families: 4 p.m.–8 p.m. Monday–Friday opens the farm after school/work, making it accessible to families who can’t commit to a full Saturday. Weekends extend to 8 a.m.–7 p.m. Sunday, giving you a longer window.
Specific admission pricing is not published in available sources. This is a critical unknown you need to clear up by phone before you visit. The farm lists corn maze, pumpkins, hayrides, pony rides, and petting zoo, but whether they’re bundled in base admission or priced separately is unclear. Call (270) 268-6691 to confirm the pricing model and what’s included so you can plan your visit accordingly.
Weekday late afternoon (5 p.m.–7 p.m.): This is the farm’s sweet spot for working families. Kids get out of school, parents pick them up, and you’re at the farm by 5 p.m. with time to do hayrides and petting zoo before closing at 8 p.m. Crowds are minimal on weekdays.
Saturday morning (9 a.m.–11 a.m.): Good if you have weekend flexibility; arrive at opening to beat the midday rush.
Avoid Saturday 2 p.m.–5 p.m.: Peak weekend traffic; families from surrounding counties converge on local farms.
The petting zoo and pony rides are the draws for preschool and early-elementary kids. Hayrides work for all ages. The corn maze difficulty level isn’t published, so call ahead to confirm whether kids under 6–7 can enjoy it independently or need adult assistance.
School tours are available by arrangement, suggesting the farm takes educational access seriously. If you’re a teacher or homeschool coordinator, mention that when you call.
Before you drive out, call (270) 268-6691 to confirm:
The farm’s lack of published detail suggests it’s a smaller, more local operation. Calling ahead ensures you show up with realistic expectations and know what to pay for.
Early September through mid-October, weekday late afternoons (5 p.m.–7 p.m.) or Saturday mornings (9 a.m.–noon)
1.5-2.5 hours
Weekday late afternoons are quiet; the farm's 4 p.m.–8 p.m. Mon–Fri opening appeals to working families rushing after work. Saturdays are moderate; arrive by 9 a.m. to beat the midday rush.
Farm lot, unpaved
You want a maze-only experience or large-scale festival attractions; Red Mill is a small, intimate farm with basic activities and no complex mazes.
Red Mill is near Elizabethtown, roughly 30 minutes south of Louisville. Pair with Fort Knox tours, bourbon distillery visits, or downtown Elizabethtown dining.
Specific admission pricing is not published in available sources. The farm's core attractions (corn maze, pumpkin patch, hayrides, pony rides, petting zoo) are listed, but whether they're included in base admission or separate is unclear. Call (270) 268-6691 before you visit to get pricing and clarify which activities require additional payment.
Pony rides are listed as an activity but no pricing is published. Call (270) 268-6691 to confirm whether pony rides are included in admission or cost extra.
The record lists both activities but doesn't clarify pricing. Call (270) 268-6691 to confirm what's included in base admission and what costs extra.
September 1 – October 31, 2026. Monday-Friday 4pm-8pm, Saturday 9am-8pm, Sunday 9am-7pm. Hours: Mon-Fri 4pm-8pm, Sat 9am-8pm, Sun 9am-7pm.
Admission pricing was not published when we last checked.
1442 Red Mill Rd, Elizabethtown, KY 42701, in Hardin County. It is one of 9 patches we track in Western Kentucky.
We track 9 patches in Western Kentucky. The farm has not published a gate price, so it cannot be compared on cost — call before you budget.
Its season runs about 61 days against a regional average of 55, so it is broadly in line with the rest of the region.
There are 2 other patches we track in Hardin County. All Western Kentucky patches →
Checked August 2026.