As with any competitive game there are always certain standards when it comes to equipment and the rules that players must follow. Cornhole dimensions are no different, and there are a couple of governing bodies that regulate this specific type of board toss. Regulation cornhole boards must measure 4 feet in length and 2 feet in width, made of plywood with a hole in the center measuring 6 inches in diameter. The front edge of the board should be raised 1 foot off the ground by a block or stand. There should also be a ‘foul line’ drawn that is level with the front edge of each board that players must not cross or make contact with.
For junior players the distance between the two front sides of the boards can be shortened by about six feet as these players typically have less strength behind their throws. This does not change the overall game rules as they will still play the same.
Knowing where a player can throw their bags is important as there are only certain points that they can earn for a bag toss. Throwing from the wrong spot can result in a foul bag and the loss of points.
Often times, for tournament play, the larger regulation style of cornhole boards are used. These are built to be sturdier and are usually made with materials like metal, composite lumber or plastic to battle the elements of weathering that could otherwise ruin the boards. There are however, smaller versions of these that are referred to as tailgate boards that take up less space, are lighter and usually cost less than a full set of regulation boards.