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Get lost in the largest corn maze in the world - Richardson Farm, Spring Grove IL

As the summer heat makes way for moderate autumn days, farms around the nation open their doors for good clean farmland fun. One of those farms is the Richardson Farm in Spring Grove, IL.
Located about an hour north of Chicago, Richardson Farm is home to the largest corn maze in the world. With over 11 miles of paths, five different maze routes and a variety of other activities, Richardson is large enough to keep you entertained for a large part of your day (or longer if you get lost.)
Because the maze is split into various levels of difficulty, you can start off with a simple one, then make your way to a 6 mile trivia challenge. Thankfully, emergency escape pathways are located around the edge of the maze, so if you do get severely lost, you can find your way back to the entrance. To add a level of difficulty to the maze, it is also open for nighttime walks, which means you'll definitely want to bring a flashlight.
On the grounds of the farm, you'll also find an observation tower, kids slide and zip-line, hay ride, concessions, petting zoo, bike trails, an adult zip-line and Zorbing course. Admission to the farm is $12.95 for adults and $9.95 for kids 3 and up. The farm is closed on Monday and Tuesday. Check their site for opening hours on other days.
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Tri Sep 7th 2010 9:13AM
Look fun, added to my list!
Ben Sep 9th 2010 3:20PM
I've gone here every year for the past 5-6 with some family friends. The way we do it is to go on the night of a new moon. Once you find a "checkpoint" inside the maze, you get to look at the map, pick a nearby checkpoint, then find your way to it without lights or looking at the map again.
Thierry Oct 9th 2010 10:23AM
There is also an app for that on the AppStore. Its name is "Corn Maze". There are no controls, it uses your changes of location to move the player. It's fun, almost like the real thing.
April M. Williams Nov 3rd 2010 2:52PM
Check out the zorbing at Richardson Corn Maze Adventure Farm Spring Grove. Located in McHenry County, Illinois about one hour from Chicago, this worlds largest corn maze adds new attractions each year.
We rode the 700 foot zipline and took a spin in the orb or zorbing ball. What a rush. Check out our full review and video.
http://aprilmwilliams.com/2010/10/17/richardson-corn-maze-adventure-farm-spring-grove-mchenry-county-illinois/