The Mid-South Maze
Corn maze · Tennessee
The Mid-South Maze has cut a new corn maze into this East Memphis field for 25 seasons now, with a haunted version after dark, a jumping pillow and a corn cannon for the kids to fire off between laps. It is the closest real corn maze to downtown Memphis, so you do not have to drive into the countryside for one.
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Plan your visit
Color nearby peaks: November 10–November 14
Color builds from October 28 · mostly bare by December 6
Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at The Mid-South Maze’s own coordinates and elevation (78 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.
The Mid-South Maze on the map
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Plan from a city
Frequently asked
- When does The Mid-South Maze peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for November 10–November 14 (best estimate November 12). Color starts around October 28 and is mostly bare by December 6.
- What is The Mid-South Maze best for?
- The closest corn maze to downtown Memphis.
- How do I get to The Mid-South Maze?
- The closest city is Memphis, about 12 mi away (it's right in town). It's part of Tennessee's fall lineup.
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