Lake Compounce Amusement Park -- Bristol, CT

I’m not a big amusement park guy. I usually call places like amusement parks “artificial thrills”. This is opposed to “real” thrills like hiking, biking, boating, fishing, etc. I have a low tolerance for rude people, waiting in line, and crowds in general. However, I’ve changed my thinking a bit this summer.


My wife bought season passes for the whole family to Lake Compounce Amusement Park. I’ve determined that when it comes to amusement parks, a season pass is the way to go. When dishing out the excessive cash to buy tickets for the day, there is often that feeling of being rushed – trying to do everything to “get your money’s worth”. The season pass ends that issue. You can go to the park as often as you want, for as long or as short of a time period, without any worries. With the season pass you can wait and pick your days. You can avoid the busiest days.

The advantage of the season pass was evident this past Independence Day holiday. We went to the park just for the fireworks display, and left right after. Incidentally, the fireworks display from inside the park was one of the best displays I have seen. In past years I have sat at a nearby parking lot outside the park. Many of the fireworks are low to the ground, so you don’t get nearly the effect outside the park as inside. We brought a blanket and sat right on the beach at the edge of the lake. We could not have been any closer. The fireworks came from all directions. It was an impressive, well designed, and well executed display.

The following day, with temperatures well over 90 degrees F, the kids cooled off in the water park.


I personally prefer Lake Compounce to other larger amusement parks. The smaller size makes it easier to manage. Plus, the proximity to my home ensures the season passes will get good use.

In addition to the logistical advantages of the season pass, there is the monetary advantage. The season pass cost $80. Regular admission to the park is $35. Do the math and the pass is paying for itself after the 2nd visit. Additionally, the pass gives 10% off food, buy-one-get-one pizza deals, buddy days, and special season-pass-only days.

More information can be found at the following link:
http://www.lakecompounce.com/lake-compounce-season-pass.php