Cornhole boards should be placed 27 feet apart from front edge to front edge according to official cornhole rules used in tournaments and competitive play

. This distance provides a fair and challenging game for adult players. For kids, seniors, or physically impaired adults, the boards can be moved closer together, typically between 12 to 15 feet apart, to make the game easier and more accessible

. Junior players often play with the boards set at 21 feet apart, which is 6 feet shorter than the official adult distance, to accommodate their developing skills and strength

. In summary:

• Official adult distance: 27 feet (front edge to front edge)
• Junior distance: 21 feet
• Casual/accessible distance (kids, seniors): 12-15 feet

This spacing ensures consistency, fairness, and an appropriate level of challenge for different players