Clear some space
The game of Cornhole is fun to play both indoors and outdoors. The game is commonly played in backyards, gymnasiums, campsites, and even local business establishments where leagues are held. A Cornhole court should typically be a level surface, although this is not commonly the case for recreational play. The court area should be 10-12 feet wide and at a minimum length 40-45 feet long. This will ensure proper space for board placement, as well as room for the players or teams. With recreational play, adjustments can be made based on the amount of space available, or differences in skill levels. Some recreational game play may be done with boards spaced out far less than 27 feet. Another factor in a Cornhole court is the vertical clearance or height of the designated area. It is best for at least 12 to 14 feet of clearance to ensure thrown bags do not connect with any ceiling obstructions. If multiple lanes are present at one time, like in a tournament setting with multiple games, it is most important for the court lane to be at least 12 feet wide to ensure ample space is available for gameplay. Overall, the game can be competitive, but ultimately it is for fun!
Pitching Box
The “pitcher’s box” is a rectangular space at each end of the Cornhole court, and measures 4 feet by 3 feet. Again, in a recreational setting, this is usually just the area on each side of the board, give or take. In a competitive setting, each player must remain in the pitcher’s box when tossing a bag. A Cornhole court has two sets of foul lines, one is designated for adult play while the other is lined for Junior play for those 12 years and under. Adult foul lines extend across the front end of each board, where the Junior foul lines are 12-15 feet between the front of each board. As mentioned, the game is for fun and it’s always more fun to score, so alterations are frequently made in a recreational environment.