Hershey Lake Compounce Map and Brochure (1987 – 2025)
Location: Bristol, Connecticut
Years Active: 1846 – Active
Lake Compounce is an amusement park located in Bristol and Southington, Connecticut. Opened in 1846, it is the oldest continuously operating amusement park in the United States. It spans 332 acres, which includes a beach and a water park called Crocodile Cove included in the price of admission. The park was acquired from Kennywood Entertainment Company by Palace Entertainment, the U.S. subsidiary of Parques Reunidos. In addition to the 14th oldest wooden roller coaster in the world, Wildcat, its newer wooden roller coaster, Boulder Dash, has won the Golden Ticket Award for the #1 Wooden Coaster in the World for five consecutive years.
Hershey Lake Compounce Map 2025
Printable Hershey Lake Compounce Map PDF 2025
Hershey Lake Compounce Map 2023
Hershey Lake Compounce Brochure 1987
FAQ
Does Hershey own Lake Compounce?
Hershey does not own Lake Compounce. The park is owned and operated by Palace Entertainment, a subsidiary of Parques Reunidos. While Hershey owns Hersheypark in Pennsylvania, it has no ownership or management ties to Lake Compounce in Connecticut.
What is the oldest amusement park still running?
Bakken, located in Klampenborg, Denmark, is the oldest amusement park still running. It opened in 1583 and continues to operate with classic rides, games, and live entertainment. Bakken predates all modern theme parks and remains a popular destination with free entry and paid attractions.
What movie was filmed at Lake Compounce?
The movie Marked for Death (1990), starring Steven Seagal, was filmed at Lake Compounce. Several scenes from the action film were shot on location at the amusement park, using its rides and grounds as part of the backdrop for key sequences in the storyline.
What is the scariest roller coaster at Lake Compounce?
The scariest roller coaster at Lake Compounce is Phobia Phear Coaster. It launches riders at 65 mph, features a 150-foot vertical climb, and includes a heartline roll 15 stories in the air. Its intense speed, height, and inversions make it the park’s most thrilling ride.
