--- title: Lake Compounce Amusement & Water Park slug: lake-compounce-tickets-bristol-ct type: attraction sub_type: theme parks source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/lake-compounce-tickets-bristol-ct city: Bristol state: CT country: US address: 185 Enterprise Drive geo: lat: 41.63962 lng: -72.92331 cancellation_policy: All sales are final. No cancellations or changes. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T20:00:53.805Z price_from: amount: 36.99 currency: USD unit: per_adult availability: InStock rating: value: 4 count: 866 scale: 5 ticket_options: - group: Other Options options: - name: Any Day Admission price: 36.99 regular_price: 65.99 savings: 29 ticket_types: - name: All Ages (4+ yrs) min_age: 4 --- ## Overview Visit Lake Compounce Amusement & Water Park for exhilarating rides, attractions, events, and shows. Opened in 1846, Lake Compounce is the country’s oldest and continuously operating amusement park, featuring 45+ rides and attractions, with Crocodile Cove water park open seasonally. Lake Compounce in Bristol, CT delivers big thrills, classic charm, and all-day family fun with more than 45 rides including the award-winning Boulder Dash wooden coaster, plus Connecticut's largest water park, Crocodile Cove, included with admission. ## What's Included - Admission to Lake Compounce Amusement & Water Park - Access to more than 45 rides and attractions - Entry to Crocodile Cove water park (seasonal) - Access to family-friendly shows and seasonal events like Phantom Fall Fest and Holiday Lights ## What's Not Included - Single-day parking fee of $25 plus tax (Preferred parking available for an additional fee) ## Ticket Options - **Any Day Admission** — $36.99 (regularly $65.99, save $29.00) Enjoy single admission to Lake Compounce any one operating day between May 9 and July 3, 2026. Includes access to Crocodile Cove Water Park (seasonal). Excludes private & special events. - All Ages (4+ yrs) ## Good to Know - Lake Compounce features classic rides and a seasonal water park. - Children ages 3 and under enter free. - Save a digital copy of your ticket for easy park access. - Picnic areas welcome; one soft cooler allowed (up to 12"x12"x12"). - Souvenir shops and dining options are available throughout the park. - Park accepts cashless payments only; use cards, secure mobile pay, or cash-to-card kiosks. - Year-round events include Phantom Fall Fest, Holiday Lights, and summer fireworks. - Only electronic payments such as debit/credit cards and mobile payments like Apple Pay and Google Pay are accepted. - Each guest is allowed one bag no larger than 15" x 15" x 15". Bags needed for childcare supplies and medical bags exceeding size limits are permitted. - Hard-sided coolers, alcoholic beverages, and glass containers are prohibited. - Guests ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult age 21 or older with valid ID; minors cannot be left unattended. - Pets are not allowed; only ADA-defined service animals permitted but not on rides or water attractions. - Lake Compounce is ADA-compliant with most attractions, dining areas, and facilities accessible. - Opening and closing times vary seasonally; check the operating calendar for your visit. - Located in Bristol, CT, just off I-84 via Exit 31 (Route 229), about 30 minutes from Hartford. ## Cancellation Policy [No cancellation policy text provided in source.] ## FAQs ### 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. ## Reviews > "Great trip for Phantom Fest" > — Adventure51406932378, October 27, 2025 > "Fun place for the family minus the careless staff" > — jeffreylV1917IJ, September 01, 2025 > "Not happy!!" > — kathypU6768HB, September 01, 2025 > "DON'T GO TO TIMBER JACK!!!" > — Guide23501945560, August 30, 2025 > "Disappointed in the food" > — kerryjQ1601DQ, August 24, 2025