Kelly Farms Corn Maze
Corn maze · Kentucky
Central Kentucky's original corn maze, cut fresh into 10 acres outside Lexington every year, makes an easy stop between horse farms and bourbon distilleries on a fall day trip. Bring the kids for the maze and stay for the hayrides while the Bluegrass region's rolling pastures turn gold around you.
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Plan your visit
Color nearby peaks: October 25–October 29
Color builds from October 12 · mostly bare by November 19
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at Kelly Farms Corn Maze’s own coordinates and elevation (294 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
Kelly Farms Corn Maze on the map
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Frequently asked
- When does Kelly Farms Corn Maze peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for October 25–October 29 (best estimate October 27). Color starts around October 12 and is mostly bare by November 19.
- What is Kelly Farms Corn Maze best for?
- A Lexington-area day trip between horse farms and distilleries.
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