South Texas Maize Field Trips
Bring your students, homeschool group, church group, daycare, scout troop, or educational organization out to South Texas Maize at Graff 7A Ranch in Hondo, Texas for a memorable fall field trip that combines agriculture, outdoor adventure, and hands-on learning. Located just west of San Antonio in the heart of South Texas, our South Texas Maize field trips give children the chance to step away from screens and experience life on a real working ranch while learning how agriculture impacts everyday life. This is more than just a day out of the classroom—it’s a chance to explore, learn, move, and make memories. Reservations required for all weekday visits.
Dates & Hours
9:30am-2:30pm
only on Thursdays & Fridays
Oct 15 – Nov 20, 2026
Field Trip Tickets
$12 tickets for sale onsite only.
Admission required for everyone ages 3 and up.
Reservations required for all weekday visits.
What is included in a South Texas Maize field trip?
Every weekday South Texas Maize field trip includes access to exciting outdoor attractions and agricultural learning experiences designed for a wide range of ages.
Your group will enjoy:
- A guided hayride with ranch and agriculture education
- Entry into our famous 8-acre South Texas Maize corn maze
- Unlimited access to MatterCorn Slide Mountain
- Zip line fun
- Hay Bale Jump play area
- Boer goat interaction (feed available for an additional fee)
- One Barrel Train ride per guest
- Outdoor play attractions designed for active fun
- Tres Toboggans Mega Slide
We believe learning sticks better when kids can see it, touch it, and experience it for themselves.
Teacher Planning Resources for Your South Texas Maize Field Trip
We want planning your South Texas Maize field trip to be simple and stress-free. Be sure to visit our Teaching Resources page for lesson plans, curriculum materials, coloring sheets, and other educational tools designed to help extend the learning experience before and after your ranch visit. You can also review our Tips for Teachers for helpful information on organizing your group and preparing for a smooth field trip day.
Groups are welcome to bring sack lunches or picnic-style meals to enjoy during their visit. Since this is an outdoor ranch experience, we recommend packing lunches that are easy to manage and clean up. A little preparation helps make for a fun, organized, and memorable day at South Texas Maize. We do accept CASH on field trip days.
Planning a Successful Field Trip
A little preparation goes a long way toward a great ranch day. Since South Texas Maize field trips take place outdoors during the fall season, we recommend students and guests wear comfortable clothing, closed-toe shoes, and weather-appropriate attire. Sunscreen, water bottles, and any needed allergy medications are also a good idea. This is a real South Texas outdoor adventure, so come prepared for fresh air, active fun, and a full day of exploring the ranch.
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