A regulation cornhole board measures 24 inches wide by 48 inches long (61 × 122 cm). It has a 6-inch hole, and the boards sit 27 feet apart.
This guide covers official cornhole board dimensions, hole placement, height, league rules, other board sizes and court setup.
Regulation Cornhole Board Dimensions (Length, Width and Weight)
The American Cornhole League (ACL) says boards must measure two feet wide and four feet long, with a 1/4-inch tolerance. Here is the quick answer.
Measurement
Inches
Centimeters
Board length
48 in
122 cm
Board width
24 in
61 cm
Hole diameter
6 in
15.2 cm
Hole center from top edge
9 in
22.9 cm
Rear height
12 in
30.5 cm
Front height
about 3 to 3.5 in
about 7.6 to 8.9 cm
Board spacing
27 ft
8.23 m
Cornhole Board Thickness and Materials
The playing surface is usually plywood. Common choices are Baltic birch and other hardwood plywood. A top at least 1/2 inch thick needs support underneath. A 3/4-inch top can go without the same support, based on published ACL and ACO rules.
The ACL requires wood boards for sanctioned events. Plastic boards work for backyard play.
How Much Does a Cornhole Board Weigh?
For ACL sanctioned play, each board must weigh at least 15 pounds. Heavier boards stay put, but they are harder to carry.
How to Measure a Cornhole Board
Use a rigid tape measure and a level.
Measure the playing surface only, not the handles or hardware.
Measure the hole across its widest point.
Measure height straight up from the floor, with the legs open.
Remember that regulation size is not the same as league approved. A board can be 24 × 48 inches and still lack league approval.
Cornhole Hole Size, Placement and Board Height
Regulation Cornhole Hole Size and Position
The hole is 6 inches across, give or take 1/8 inch. It sits in the middle of the board from side to side. That puts it 12 inches from each edge on a 24-inch board.
The center of the hole is 9 inches from the back edge. The 9 inches is measured to the center, not to the edge of the circle.
How High Is a Cornhole Board Off the Ground?
The back of the board stands about 12 inches off the ground, with a tolerance of half an inch under ACL rules. The front height depends on the league.
League
Front height
ACL
2.5 to 3.5 in
ACO
3 to 4 in
Safe for both
3 to 3.5 in
If you set the front at 3 to 3.5 inches, you meet both rules.
What Angle Is a Cornhole Board?
The leagues publish heights, not one required angle. Still, the heights set the slope. A rise of about 9 inches over 48 inches works out to roughly 10 to 11 degrees.
Cornhole Board Dimensions by League and Size (ACL, ACO and Mini)
ACL vs ACO Cornhole Board Dimensions
The ACL and the American Cornhole Organization (ACO) have close but not identical specs. The ACO lists its own board dimensions in its rules.
Specification
ACL
ACO
Length
48 in ± 1/4
47.5 to 48 in
Width
24 in ± 1/4
23.5 to 24 in
Hole
6 in ± 1/8
6 in
Hole center
9 in from rear edge
9 in from top edge
Front height
2.5 to 3.5 in
3 to 4 in
Rear height
12 in ± 1/2
12 in
Minimum weight
15 lb
Not stated
The American Cornhole Association (ACA) publishes the same 2 × 4 ft board and 6-inch hole in its official rules.
The ACL also says that beginning Oct. 1, 2026, its state-level and higher events require approved, ACL-marked board classes. Check the current rules before you buy for a tournament.
Tailgate, Kids and Mini Cornhole Board Sizes
Smaller boards are fun, but they are not regulation size.
Board type
Typical size
Regulation
24 × 48 in
Tailgate
24 × 36 in
Kids
18 × 36 in
Mini
about 16 × 24 in, with a 5-inch hole
European regulation
60 × 120 cm
Mini sets use smaller bags to match the smaller hole.
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Cornhole Court Setup: Distance Between Boards
How Far Apart Do Cornhole Boards Go?
Place the boards 27 feet apart. Measure from the front edge of one board to the front edge of the other. Do not measure from hole to hole or from the back edges.
The ACL allows a half-inch tolerance. The front edges must face each other.
For kids and beginners, shorten the distance. Junior play is 12 to 15 feet, and casual players often use about 21 feet.
Pitcher’s Box, Foul Line and Court Size
A pitcher’s box is a rectangle 3 feet wide and 4 feet long beside each board. The foul line runs along the front edge of the board.
Plan for a flat strip at least 8 feet wide and 40 feet long. If you play indoors or under cover, leave 12 feet of ceiling height.
Cornhole Bag Size and Scoring
Bags are about 6 × 6 inches. Published weights range from 14 to 20 ounces, so follow your league’s rule.
A bag on the board scores 1 point.
A bag in the hole scores 3 points.
Cancellation scoring applies, and the first to 21 wins.
How to Set Up a Backyard Cornhole Court
Pick a flat, open area.
Place the first board on the ground and mark its front edge.
Measure 27 feet and place the second board.
Check that the front edges face each other.
Open the legs fully and check that each board is stable.
FAQs
What Are the Standard Cornhole Board Dimensions?
A regulation board is 24 × 48 inches. It has a 6-inch hole centered 9 inches from the top, and the back is 12 inches high.
How Long and Wide Is a Regulation Cornhole Board?
It is 48 inches long by 24 inches wide (122 × 61 cm). The ACL allows a tolerance of 1/4 inch.
What Is the Regulation Cornhole Board Hole Size?
The hole is 6 inches in diameter. Its center is 9 inches from the top edge and 12 inches from each side.
How High Should a Cornhole Board Be Off the Ground?
The back should be about 12 inches high. The front is about 3 to 3.5 inches, depending on the league.
What Is the Proper Distance Between Cornhole Boards?
The regulation distance is 27 feet, measured from the front edge of one board to the front edge of the other.
The key cornhole board dimensions are 24 × 48 inches, a 6-inch hole, a 12-inch back height and 27 feet between boards. Measure your boards, check your league’s rules, and your court will be ready to play.
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