Lake Compounce Tickets - Bristol, CT

185 Enterprise DriveBristol, CT 06010
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Overview

Visit Lake Compounce Amusement Park & Water Park for exhilarating rides, attractions, events, and shows. Opened in 1846, Lake Compounce is the country's oldest and continuously operating amusement park! Enjoy all-day access to over 45 rides and attractions, like the thrilling Boulder Dash roller coaster and Crocodile Cove’s classic waterslide Storm Surge.

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Good To Know

  • Classic amusement rides and water park attractions for all ages.
  • Family-friendly shows and thrills from mild to intense.
  • Kids 3 and under enter free.
  • Save a digital copy of your ticket for easy access.
  • Souvenir shops and dining available throughout the park.
  • Picnic areas available; soft coolers (12"x12"x12") allowed.
  • Park accepts cashless payments—use debit/credit cards or Apple/Google Pay. Cash-to-card kiosks available.
  • Special events include Halloween-themed Phantom Fall Fest, Holiday Lights festival, and summer fireworks show.

Description

Lake Compounce in Bristol, CT delivers big thrills, classic charm, and all-day family fun in one action-packed amusement park. As the oldest continuously operating amusement park in the United States, it features more than 45 rides and attractions—including the award-winning Boulder Dash wooden coaster. There's something here for every age and thrill level.

Crocodile Cove, Connecticut's largest water park, is included with admission and perfect for beating the heat. Enjoy wave pools, water slides, a lazy river, and interactive splash zones—ideal for kids, teens, and adults alike.

Seasonal events like Phantom Fall Fest and Holiday Lights offer even more reasons to visit throughout the year. From haunted houses and fall-themed fun to festive lights and winter magic, each season offers something unique.

Whether you're chasing adrenaline or planning a fun family outing, Lake Compounce is one of Connecticut's top-rated attractions—and an easy choice for your next day of adventure.

Lake Compounce Reviews

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esownert
"Overpriced, bad service"
TripAdvisor user rating 1.0 out of 5
Reviewed December 21, 2024
Very overpriced!!! It gives the grandkids something to do but make your own lunches and expect to pay outrageous prices for everything. We brought our own food but had to go back to vehicle to eat. We stopped buying food at LC because too expensive and lousy. Forget easy pass, lines are too long but it is just another money grabber. And really it is unfortunate to do that to those that can't afford that pass; sadly probably not a great experience if they can't get on rides. If you have children under 5 years old, not worth going to this park, it has limited rides. It is more roller coaster park than anything else. I will mention, also, as a grandmother, I have purchased the "Season Pass" for my children and grandchildren so they can have something extra to do in the summer, HOWEVER, try and renew them each year (something wrong with the system, no one returns calls, system failure, have even been hung up on). Have talked to my children and this will be the last year for LC; next year we will try a different park.
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JuddyS123
New Haven, Connecticut
"Holiday Lights"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed December 09, 2024
Lake Compounce Holiday Lights was awesome! Beautiful Christmas Tree tallest I have ever seen, and all the activities for the kids are great. Visit with Santa was good because you are allowed to take your own photos instead of paying to buy theirs at $30.00!! Kiddie rides are open and food is available for purchase. Christmas lights are all around the park. Not very crowded, dress WARM because it is cold at night in December. Would say it is not for the under 3 crowd as they would be too cold.
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PRJARHEAD75
Westchester County, New York
"Lake Com-POUNDING your pockets"
TripAdvisor user rating 3.0 out of 5
Reviewed August 17, 2024
I enjoy coming coming to Lake Compounce. Great rides for the kids. Both Dry and Wet rides( Seasonal). I feel there are areas within the park that need attention to cleaning. Bathrooms dirty. Food court areas dirty. For the most part it is ok to come for the day. I understand that the economy is going up, but JEEEZZZZ. One slice of Pizza $10.99..$16.00 for ONE HOTDOG. @ THE CROC POT the girl at the Register questioned us why we didnt leave her a tip?? WOW. ALSO, PARKING $30. So if you are on a Budget with a Large family, you could spend a few hundred bucks on food alone. I recommend packing your bellies before you come. Enjoy
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ghoulg31
"Don't buy Speedy pass"
TripAdvisor user rating 1.0 out of 5
Reviewed August 11, 2024
Speedy pass was a disaster. The park doesn't understand it either. You need to carry your phone through the water park. The food sucks and takes forever. You need to make reservations for each ride. They say it is your turn and then you wait another 15 minutes. I should have gone to Quazzy or brownstone. When I complained about not getting to ride when it was my turn, they through me off the ride and sent security to talk with me. They lied and said i caused a scene so that the worker wouldn'tget onto trouble. Very intimidating.
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274cindia
Avon, Connecticut
"Five Stars for America’s Amazing Oldest Amusement Park"
TripAdvisor user rating 5.0 out of 5
Reviewed August 11, 2024
We’re grateful for making WONDERFUL memories at Lake Compounce, Bristol, Connecticut. With an 1846 opening, it’s the oldest continuously operating amusement park in the U.S. , now spanning 365 acres. We loved using our season passes this summer when we enjoyed every minute! With sweltering hot 🥵 weather, we lovef the countless ways for keeping cool at Lake Compounce’s water park, Crocodile Cove, Connecticut’s largest water park. Yesterday our friends beat the heat when taking on the towering Venus Vortex slide. There were plenty of smiles and laughs in the two fun wave pools. Of course, we all enjoyed a family favorite - lazy river tubing. What fun to see JOY 🥹 in the sweet faces of our little friends as they cooled off at Crocodile Cove. Yesterday we enjoyed a getaway to the thrills and chilling out at Lake Compounce. My husband Dave and I, retired teachers both in our 70’s, invited a family with 3 youngsters and a baby to join us for rides, slides, lunch, laughs, and water fun at America’s first amusement park. A WONDERFUL time was had by all. For our friends with the need to experience speed on big, bold rides, Lake Compounce’s big roller coasters 🎢 fit the bill this summer. There’s the intensely thrilling Boulder Dash, a 5-time winner of the World’s Best Wooden Coaster award. Plus, there’s the iconic Wildcat, the park’s original wooden coaster, now with a new track that’s smoother than before. For upcoming visits they’re looking forward to experiencing the inverted fun of steel coasters Phobia Fear and Zoomerang - with loops and speed that thrill the bravest among us. Hats off to our friend who took our granddaughters on some of these scary rides this summer. Our little friends enjoyed the BIG delights at Kiddie Land with 9 kid-sized rides. We got a kick out of watching them drive the bumper cars, soar on the backs of Dumbo elephants, take the wheel of a classic car, ride the colorful balloons, or try the kiddie coaster. With carousels, swings, and rides just the right size for them, the kiddos said they were having the best time ever. Hurray! Since the moderate or intense rides are not for everyone, this summer we welcomed milder attractions to enjoy with our guests. Using laser guns in the Ghost Hunt building, we zapped the haunted visitors at Bleakstone Manor. We took rides on the classic Ferris Whgel🎡 , carousel 🎠, and little red train 🚂 . Together we floated down the refreshing lazy river in our plastic tubes snd cooled off at CT’s largest wave pool. On Saturday nights in July, we enjoyed family- friendly concerts performed on a floating stage, followed by a fireworks 🎆 display over the lake. We are GRATEFUL for all the pluses- safe environment, fun rides for all ages, friendly staff members, guest relations staff who truly listen and respond, the lovely setting tucked in the green hills , the chance to swim in either the lake or the wave pools, organized sections with fun music, fireworks & concerts in July, delicious pizza, Crock Pot buffet, our free fountain drinks, season pass parking , but most of all, a great place to spend time with grandfathers aged 10 & 9 and WONDERFUL friends at the longest continuously-operating amusement park in America. Seeing their enjoyment brought JOY 🤩 to our hearts 💕.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lake Compounce

Where is Lake Compounce?

This New England theme park and waterpark is located in Bristol, Connecticut, just off I-84 via Exit 31 (Route 229). It's easily accessible from major routes like Route 6, I-84, and Route 229, about 30 minutes from Hartford, CT.

When does Lake Compounce open for the season?

Lake Compounce amusement park operates seasonally from Spring through the end of December.

What time does Lake Compounce open / close?

Opening and closing times vary throughout the season. Please check the park's operating calendar in the ticket section above for operating hours during your travel date range. Please note that hours are subject to change without notice.

How much is parking at Lake Compounce?

Single-day parking is available for a fee of $25 plus tax. Preferred parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Price is subject to change.

Does Lake Compounce take cash?

Only electronic payments such as debit/credit cards and mobile payments like Apple Pay and Google Pay are accepted. A photo ID is required for all credit card payments. Cash-to-card Kiosks are available throughout the park for guest use. Unused amounts on the card can be used anywhere else that cards are accepted.

Is the ride park and water park suitable for children?

Yes, the ride park and water park (seasonal) are suitable for all ages. Plus, children ages 3 and under are admitted for free.

Can you bring food to Lake Compounce?

Yes, as long as all food and drinks fit within a soft-sided cooler size 12"x12"x12". Please note that hard-sided coolers, alcoholic beverages, and glass containers are prohibited.

What is the bag policy?

Each guest is allowed one bag, no larger than 15" x 15" x 15". Bags needed for childcare supplies and medical bags exceeding the size limit will be permitted into the park.

What is the chaperone policy?

Guests ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult at least age 21 with a valid ID to enter the park at any time. Minors cannot be left unattended in the park at any time. The park does not assume any responsibility or liability for unattended minors.

Can I bring a pet?

Pets are not allowed at Lake Compounce. Only ADA-defined service animals are permitted, but they are not allowed on rides or water attractions for safety and hygiene reasons.

Is the park wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Lake Compounce is ADA-compliant and strives to accommodate guests with disabilities in accordance with federal and state laws. Most attractions, dining areas, and facilities are accessible, though some rides may have safety restrictions based on individual needs or medical devices.