A COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE OFFICIAL CORNHOLE GAME PART TWO, THE COURT

Publish Date: 2022-03-24 12:15:07
A COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE OFFICIAL CORNHOLE GAME PART TWO, THE COURT

Regulation Cornhole Court Dimensions and Layout

The game of cornhole is played on a court. While this court can be set up just about anywhere, there are certain rules that apply to its overall design and size.


  • A large, rectangular area is needed–at least 10 feet wide by 45 feet long.
  • If multiple cornhole courts are laid out side-by-side, there must be 10 to 12 feet distance between each cornhole court.
  • If the cornhole court is set up inside, there must be 12 feet of vertical clearance.
  • The cornhole court must be level.
  • Before play begins, all players must evaluate the condition of the cornhole court. Any obstacles should be removed prior to play. No changes can be made the court once play begins.
  • To reduce the effects of sun, avoid courts that are aligned east to west.
  • A pitcher’s box can be found parallel to each cornhole board. It extends three feet from either side of the board. All pitches must be made from this area—the players must remain in the same box for the entire inning.

The foul line extends parallel from the front edge of each cornhole board. The official regulation distance between the front edge of one cornhole board to another is 27 feet.

  • The foul line for junior play will be a distance of 21 feet from the front edge of one cornhole to the front edge of the opposite board.
  • The foul line for adult play will be a distance of 27 feet from the front edge of one cornhole to the front edge of the opposite board.