We can’t get enough of the OG sunflower spot in New Jersey, the first sunflower maze ever created in the Garden State! The Sussex County Sunflower Maze is a bright and beautiful summer tradition, opening this weekend for its 14th anniversary season.
From August 28 through September 15, the front field will be filled with red, orange and white flowers. It’s open every day from 9 am – 6 pm for you to find inner peace, fresh air, time in nature and of course, lots of selfies.
We love wandering the throngs of flowers—there are usually more than 20 varieties. Check out the different heights and colors, and be sure to head to the back field to see the gorgeous red ones.
I’ve dragged just about everyone I know to see this vibrant maze, and recommend you head out ASAP to see it before the sunflowers fade and you have to wait until next summer to see them in bloom again.
Pro tips:
- Bring an umbrella if it’s sunny. Those open fields are HOT, and it’ll give you shade and make you easier to spot if you get separated from the kids.
- Wear close-toed shoes. Sandals are nice, but it’s an uneven field with rocks and dirt. Sneakers are a much better bet.
- Strollers are allowed, but the maze has an uneven and muddy surface (depending on the day), so they could be tough to push.
- Check out the Sunflower Maze’s Facebook page for daily updates on the status of the fields.
- Get there early! This has become a super popular spot over the years. Last year, we had to park about a half-mile down the road … and we got lucky. People were parking much further away.
Sussex County Sunflower Maze
Liberty Farm
101 Rte. 645, Sandyston
Need more reasons to go? Just look at the pics below! This place was made for your Instagram.
Get a sneak peek of these beauties on our Instagram page.
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