Hex Maze Generator

How to Use This Hex Maze Generator

1. Choose a width and height, or start with one of the presets.
2. Click Generate Maze to create a new hexagonal layout instantly.
3. Print the page to PDF or take a screenshot if you want to save the maze.
4. Use the result as a puzzle, a game map, or a starting point for a custom encounter.

Why Use a Hex Maze Instead of a Square Maze?

Algorithm Behind the Generator

This tool uses randomized depth-first search, often called recursive backtracking. The result is a perfect maze, which means there is one unique path between any two cells.

• Start with a grid of closed hex cells.
• Pick a starting cell and mark it as visited.
• Move to a random unvisited neighbor, removing the wall between them.
• Backtrack when a cell has no unvisited neighbors left.
• Finish when every cell has been visited exactly once in the carving process.

If you want the technical breakdown, continue to our recursive backtracking guide.

Export and Print Tips

• Use your browser print dialog and choose Save as PDF for a fast printable copy.
• For battle maps, use a larger preset before printing so the hexes stay readable.
• For classroom handouts, stick with the small or standard preset to keep the page clean.
• Take a screenshot if you want to drop the maze into notes, slides, or a GM binder.

Hex Maze Generator FAQ