Ambitious farm with 20+ fall attractions including corn maze, pumpkins, sunflower fields, and hayrides; best for families and groups wanting a full day.
Scarecrow Farm is positioned as a comprehensive fall experience, not a single-activity stop. With a 5-acre corn maze, pumpkin picking, sunflower fields, raspberry picking (seasonal), hayrides, and 20+ additional farm attractions, it’s designed for families planning to spend 3–5 hours on-site.
The sunflower fields are a particular draw if photography matters to your visit. Sunflowers peak in late August and September; if they’re part of the attraction lineup in October, they may be past peak bloom, but ask when you call.
The farm operates only on weekends (Sep-Oct), which constrains scheduling. If you work a traditional week, this limits you to Saturday or Sunday visits. Weekend crowds at a 20+ attraction farm are likely substantial—plan for busy parking and active grounds, especially mid-October.
October weather near Sioux City is mild mid-month (60s–70s), with cool mornings (40s). Later in October, frost risk rises. Dress in layers and plan for temperature shifts between morning maze-walking and afternoon sunshine.
Admission pricing and which attractions are included or à la carte (e.g., hayrides as separate fees) are not published in sources we consulted. The farm has been in operation long enough to establish a stable operation (multiple sources confirm the corn maze and activity count), but 2026 rates require a direct call to (712) 944-5644 or a visit to scarecrowfarm.com to confirm pricing and what’s bundled before your visit.
Sunflower fields are not typical farm attractions in Iowa. If Scarecrow Farm maintains sunflower plantings for fall visitors, that’s a differentiator worth mentioning. Photos against sunflower blooms are popular social-media material. However, sunflowers peak in late August and September; October sunflowers may be faded, seeded, or harvested by the time many visitors arrive. Call ahead to confirm sunflower status.
Raspberry picking is listed, suggesting a berry-growing operation, but October is outside typical raspberry season in Iowa. This may be a late-summer/early-fall activity only, or the farm may grow cold-storage raspberries for October sales. Confirm before assuming raspberry picking is viable in October.
Families with kids aged 5–14 will find the most engagement; younger toddlers (under 4) will tire of a full-day itinerary. Multigenerational groups and birthday parties are a core audience. Visitors who enjoy collecting photos and spending time in fields and attractions will maximize the 20+ activities.
Couples or adults without kids may find the activity density and family-focused marketing less relevant unless they’re particularly into mazes and hayrides.
Lawton is a small community 4 miles from Sioux City—plan 10–15 minutes from Sioux City proper. Farm lots are unpaved; expect mud after rain.
The 5-acre maze will take 30–60 minutes; bring water and a hat. Hayrides are exposed to sun and wind; layering and sunscreen matter even on mild October days.
Call (712) 944-5644 or visit scarecrowfarm.com to confirm:
Late September or early October for the longest season window and milder weather.
3–5 hours (maze, picking, hayrides, and attractions)
Weekend traffic expected, especially mid-October; Sioux City area is a regional draw.
Farm lot; assume unpaved, muddy after rain.
Hayrides available. Confirm specific needs with farm before visiting.
You want simple and quick; 20+ attractions mean complexity and decision fatigue.
The record lists pumpkin picking, sunflower fields, raspberry picking (if in season), the corn maze, hayrides, and 'farm attractions'—exact inventory not detailed. Call (712) 944-5644 or check scarecrowfarm.com for the full list.
5-acre maze listed. Takes 30–60 minutes typically for families.
Open weekends Sep-Oct. Specific opening date, hours, and 2026 admission pricing not published. Call or check the website.
Located 4 miles outside Sioux City, Lawton side. Plan 10–15 minutes from Sioux City proper.
2026 dates had not been published when we last checked. In past seasons it has run: Sep-Oct weekends. Check with the farm before driving out.
Admission pricing was not published when we last checked.
1592 Charles Avenue, Lawton, IA 51030, in Woodbury County. It is one of 5 patches we track in Western Iowa.
We track 5 patches in Western Iowa, 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 u-pick fields, which most Western Iowa patches on our list do not.
One caveat worth repeating: this farm had not published its 2026 dates when we last checked, while 0 of the 5 patches we track in Western Iowa had. Treat any date you see elsewhere as last year's until the farm confirms it.
There is 1 other patch we track in Woodbury County. All Western Iowa patches →
Map pin is set to the town centre. Navigate to the street address above, not the pin.
scarecrowfarm.com
Checked August 2026.