FAQ

What should I bring with me when I visit the farm?

• Comfortable closed-toed walking shoes
• Sunscreen
• Weather appropriate clothing
• Camera (we do not sell cameras so don’t forget to pack yours)

Does the hayride cost extra?

• No, the hayride is included in the admission price to Mikles Family Farm.

What is included with (same day) admission to the farm when you are open to the public?

• Solving the 5 acre maze and mini maze as often as you like.
• Playing the games inside the maze (two new games for 2009).
• Meeting the farm animals.
• Hayride (Closes at dark )
• One ride on the barrel train for children ages 4-11 (extra rides $1)
• Little Farmers Activity Area for tots
• Sand Pile
• Hay Play
• Duck Races
• Public Campfire (after dark)
• Glow Stick 5 Acre Maze (after dark)

What do guests have to pay extra for?

• Food and drink purchases
• Pumpkins, flowers, and fall decor (pumpkin patch closes at dark)
• Corn Cannon – $1.00 for 3 shots
• Sling Shots – $1.00 for 3 shots
• Extra barrel train rides (one free ride for kids 4-11) – $1.00
• Glow products for Glow Stick Maze and/or souvenirs
• Feed for farm animals – .25 for a handfull
• Cornstalkers Haunted Attraction

If I paid Farm Admission earlier in the day, can I come back and pay the difference for the Haunted Cornstalkers Field?

• Yes, if it is the same day and you are still wearing your wristband, you can pay $4.00 more to take a trip through the Cornstalkers Haunted Attraction.
• Please note, Cornstalkers Haunted Attraction is open Fri and Sat evenings in Octobler.

Can food or drinks be brought into the farm?

• No, we have food and drinks for purchase.
• Exceptions: 1) If you have reservations for a campfire, you may bring your own food and drinks to enjoy around your campfire. 2) If you have reservations for a birthday party without a campfire, you may bring a cake and drinks.

Do you offer group discounts?

• Yes, for groups of 20 or more.
• Each person will receive $1.50 off Farm Admission Price.
• Reservations are required at least one week prior to date and time of arrival. One person must pay for entire group at the Farm Admission Area. NO EXCEPTIONS.
• May not be combined with other offers or discounts.
• Group Discount Not Available for Cornstalkers Haunted Attraction.
• To make a group reservation, see Group Reservations.

When it rains does it get muddy at Mikles Family Farm?

• All surfaces here are dirt. Some walking areas are hard packed, but nothing is paved. Depending on how long and how hard it has rained determines how muddy conditions are here at the farm. Please come dressed accordingly if the weather has been wet.

Are you ever closed due to muddy conditions?

• Yes, we do close sometimes. Safety is important to us, as well as your enjoyment while you are here. If we are forced to close, it will be posted on the home page of the website. If you are driving quite a distance, please take the weather into consideration.

Do I need to bring a flashlight for the 5 acre Glow Stick Maze at night?

• You are welcome to bring a low voltage flashlight (no bright beam lights please). However, if you forget or prefer an alternative, we do sell cool glow products.

Do I need a flashlight or glow stick for the Cornstalkers Haunted Field?

• No, flashlights and/or glow products are not allowed in the Cornstalkers Haunted Attraction.

How many times can I go through the 5 acre maze, mini maze, and Cornstalker Haunted Attraction?

• You may go through the 5 acre maze and mini maze as many times as you would like when we are open to the public. One time through for school field trips.
• One trip through the Cornstalkers Haunted Attraction. When you pay to go through the Cornstalkers Haunted Attraction, you will receive a different wristband than what is given for Farm Admission.

Why can’t I enter the farm if I only pay for the Cornstalker Haunted Attraction?

• Last year we had many requests for Cornstalkers Haunted Attraction only, so we are offering a less expensive alternative for those folks. (We are trying it this year and then will re-evaluate for next year.)

Do you have campfires?

• Yes, we have one free public campfire open for everyone beginning at dark or earlier on chilly days.
• We sell reasonably priced s’mores for roasting around the free public campfire. Roasting marshmallows and S’mores are the only food that may be cooked at the free public campfire.
• We also have personal campfires you may rent for your group. Please go to (campfire link) for more details.

Can we bring food to cook over the free public campfire?

• Outside food may only be brought to the farm if you have:
• 1) reservations for a personal campfire OR
• 2) reserved a birthday party area. Then, you may bring a cake and drinks.

Why are you closed Monday through Thursday?

• During the week, schools bring children to visit the farm. However, we will open for private events if you have a group of 200 or more. Reservations required at least 3 weeks in advance. Go to (groupslink) for details.

Can I bring my pet?

• Sorry we do not allow pets. Exceptions will be made for assistance dogs/animals.

Can I bring alcoholic beverages to my rented campfire?

• We are an alcohol-free facility.

Can I bring a stroller or wagon into the maze?

• Yes, as the season goes along, the dirt trails in the maze become harder and smoother making it easier for strollers and wagons.  The heavier duty ones with the wider tires work best. The little umbrella strollers do not work very well.

Do you rent wagons?

• Yes. $10 Deposit. $5 given back to you when the wagon is returned to the rental booth.

Can wheelchairs navigate through the maze?

• Yes, keep in mind the dirt trails become harder and smoother as the season progresses. If we have had a recent rain, the trails are very difficult to navigate in a wheelchair.

Can we leave and come back?

• You may leave and return to the farm as often as you like in the same operating day. You must have your wrist band on for re-entry. This includes going to your car for any reason.

Can children come to the farm by themselves?

• Anyone under the age of 13 must have an accompanying adult 18 years or older.