Activities on the Farm

There are many activities available to visitors at Shryocks’ Callaway Farms. The 16 acre life-sized corn maze is a fun adventure for all ages. The Jumping Pillow is an exciting new addition to enjoy outside. For details on these and others activities, explore the menu below.

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Campfires

Shryocks has campfire areas that may be reserved for small group. Campfire areas may be reserved during regular corn maze hours. Small campfire reservations include starting and maintaining the fire, one picnic table, trash can, and roasting sticks. Email dustin@callawayfarms.com for reservations.

Shryocks also has a large picnic/campfire area for big group functions. This area is available during regular corn maze hours. Email dustin@callawayfarms.com for pricing and reservations.

The Big Red Barn & Its Gumball Coaster

The Big Red Barn

Shryocks’ Big Red Barn has become a familiar landmark to visitors in the Midwest. Its unique design featuring dormer windows, a cupola, a big front porch, and traditional red and green color scheme is definitely an eye catcher on the prairie in northern Callaway County.

The Barn, built in 1999, is the headquarters for Shryock Brothers Farms. During the corn maze season the barn is home to all the activities available to visitors. The interior of the barn is finished with yellow pine from southern Missouri. The three-story air conditioned structure is a great place to relax after a trip through the corn maze or hayride around the farm.

The Barn has many refreshments available to visitors including Pepsi drinks, ice cream, caramel apples, kettle corn, and a wide variety of snacks. On cool days, hot chocolate and hot cider are available. T-shirts, farm toys, souvenirs, and other gifts are also for sale.

The Gumball Coaster

The most popular attraction inside is the three-story gumball coaster which occupies the front wall and rafters of the barn. Visitors watch in amazement as their gumball travels up to the peak of the barn and then down a series of tracks and gadgets to reach the bottom. It is definitely one–of–a-kind and a must see!

An elaborate three-story gumball coaster occupies the front wall and rafters of the barn. Visitors watch in amazement as their gumball travels up to the peak of the barn and then down a series of tracks to reach the bottom. The hand made, one-of-kind structure is a must-see!

The gumballs cost 25 cents a piece.

Pumpkins

The Pumpkin Patch will be open and Pumpkins will be available for sale later in the fall season. Usually, they are ready for purchase beginning the last weekend in September.