Denver Downs Farm
Corn maze · Anderson · South Carolina
An Anderson County farm owned by the Garrison family since 1869, which turns over to a corn maze, fall festival and after-dark Pumpkin Nights each autumn. The farm also runs a sunflower festival earlier in the season and a fall music series.
Don’t miss
Plan your visit
Color nearby peaks: November 8–November 12
Color builds from October 26 · mostly bare by December 4
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at Denver Downs Farm’s own coordinates and elevation (244 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
Denver Downs Farm on the map
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Frequently asked
- When does Denver Downs Farm peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for November 8–November 12 (best estimate November 10). Color starts around October 26 and is mostly bare by December 4.
- What is Denver Downs Farm best for?
- Upstate South Carolina families.
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