New England corn mazes

Lyman Orchards
, Middlefield, Conn. – Corn maze designer Brett Herbst created Lyman Orchards’ 2012 Red Sox vs. Yankees maze. And it’s for a good cause – Lyman Orchards’s corn maze has raised over $350,000 for the American Cancer Society by donating $1 of every admission fee since first opening in 2000. 32 Reeds Gap Road, Middlefield, Conn., (860) 349-1793. Adults $10, children 4-12 $5, 3 and under free.

Davis Mega Maze, Sterling – A combination murder mystery and corn maze, the Davis Mega Maze can be completed several different ways and at several different difficulty levels. On the last three Friday and Saturday nights of October, the maze will also feature Fright Nights, geared toward adults – bring a flashlight. 145 Redstone Hill, Sterling. Admission ages 13-59 $16.95, ages 5-12 and 60+ $13.95 under 5 free.

Sherman Farm
, Conway, N.H. – The Maize at Sherman Farm is in its 6th year. If you go, you can enjoy corn cannons, cider donuts, kettle corn, and hayrides to the pumpkin patch, too.
679 East Conway Road, Conway, N.H., (603) 939-2412.

Open weekends Sept. 15-Oct. 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.. Admission $9, children under 2 free.

Connors Farm, Danvers – The design of the 2012 Connors Farm Corn Maze features the witches of Salem. They also offer pumpkin, apple, and raspberry picking.. Open through Oct. 31. 30 Valley Road (Rte. 35), Danvers, Mass., (978) 777-1245. See website for admission and hours.

Mike’s Maze, Sunderland – This year, Mike’s Maze depicts f Jean François Millet’s “The Sower’s Banquet.” The painting is part of the Museum of Fine Arts collection, and guests at the maze will be able to participate in a game where they will be challenged to live the life fo a farmer. 23 South Main St., Sunderland. 413-665-8331. $10 per adult; $8 seniors and students with ID; children 4 – 12 $7; children under 4 free.

Gaines Farm, Guilford, Vt. – At Gaines Farm, visitors have the option of either exploring the maze during daylight hours, or getting downright spooky by navigating it at night. Gaines fall activites also include pumpkin bowling, and a corn cannon, where visitors can finally discover whether they can launch an ear of corn 400 feet in to the air. 6343 Coolidge Highway, Guilford, Vt., 802-257-0409. $7 adults, $6 seniors, children under 3 are free. The haunted maze is $10 for adults, and is open 6:30-10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through Oct. 27.

Foster Family Farm , South Windsor, Conn. – Foster Family Farm’s maze is a tribute to the circus this year. The clown maze boasts just over two miles of trails, while another lion maze features almost two more miles. 90 Foster St., South Windsor, Conn. 860-648-9366. Adults $10; children 5-12 $7; children under 5 free; seniors $9.

Lake Knoll Farm, Alton, N.H. – The activities at Lake Knoll this fall include Caboose snacks, and tractor rides. Last year’s maze was destroyed by Tropical Storm Irene, but is back with a new design. 55 Prospect Mountain Road, Alton, N.H. 603-776-4830. Adults $9; children over 12, $8, children under 12 $7.

Beans and Greens Farm, Gilford, N.H. – No, it isn’t a tribute to Tetris. Beans and Greens Farm designed this year’s maze as a tribute to the Olympics. The maze is a treasure hunt, where guests can find prizes and answer trivia questions. The maze, as you can tell, is not designed for aerial imagery, but rather to challenge visitors who navigate it. 245 Intervale Rd., Gilford, N.H. 603-293-2853. Daytime prices: $7; children 12 and under $5. Nighttime prices: $9; children under 12 $7 (reservations required for night visits).

Pumpkin Valley Farm, Dayton, Maine – Most maze-goers will spend about an hour navigating the twists and turns at Pumpkin Valley Farm. This year’s theme, appropriately enough, is “Fun on the Farm.” Need help? A passport will guide you through by using several trivia questions. 100 Union Falls Road, Dayton, Maine, 207-929-4088. $8, children under 2, free.

Schartner Farms, Bolton – Head to Schartner Farms, in Bolton, where visitors can navigate this year’s maze, in addition to hay rides and farm animal, also included with a maze, apple, or pumpkin purchase. 279 West Berlin Road, Bolton, 978-779-MAZE (6293), adults $10, children 4-11, $7.

Great Vermont Corn Maze, Danville, Vt. – The Great Vermont Corn Maze has been designing corn mazes for 13 years now, and in 2012 presents a new design with a host of other attractions. Last year’s maze featured a tunnel, as well as the more common corn maze bridges. 1404 Wheelock Rd., Danville, Vt. 802-748-7399. Adults $12; seniors and children 5 – 15 $9; children 4 and under free.

Thunder Road Farm, Corrina, Maine – Thunder Road Farm wants to raise awareness for breast cancer with this year’s design. New this year is a large jumping pillow, set to delight children of all ages. 178 Newport Road, Corinna, Maine, 207-278-2676. $8, children under age 3, free.

Sauchuk Farms, Plympton – Move over Fenway. Sauchuk Farms celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Girl Scouts with its corn maze. 53 Palmer Road., Plympton, 781-585-1522 $10.95 admission includes the maze, as well as other activities including a jumping pillow and a hayride. Children under 2 are free.