It’s National Backyard Day! The Best Backyard Games of All Time

Whether you're barbecuing this weekend or just hanging out, what's your go-to game you like to play in the backyard?

Happy National Backyard Day! If you needed proof they’re better than front yards, only one of them has its own holiday.

Whether you’re barbecuing this weekend or just hanging out, what’s your go-to game you like to play in the backyard? We’ve got a ranking of the best backyard games of all time based on fun, accessibility, and overall popularity. See if you agree.

Cornhole is number one! Cincinnati gets credit for coming up with the modern version in the 1960s. But, someone also patented a similar game with square holes way back in 1883. Bocce is second because it’s good for multiple people, and you can play it anywhere. You don’t need a legit bocce court, or even a nice patch of grass. Then it’s wiffleball, two hand touch football and kickball!