WTNH

Lake Compounce takes part in ‘World’s Largest Coaster Ride’ to celebrate anniversary of 1st U.S. roller coaster

BRISTOL, Conn. (WTNH) — Folks at Lake Compounce in Bristol got to take part in the “World’s Largest Coaster Ride” on Monday. The amusement park joined parks all across the country Monday afternoon in ...
WTNH

‘Smoother’ Wildcat roller coaster to be unveiled with Lake Compounce season opening

HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) – Lake Compounce Amusement and Water Park is opening for the season next month, this time with a few updates. Opening Day is scheduled for April 27. The park’s 100-year-old ...
Hartford Courant

Lake Compounce: Look for all the fun but a little less bite from historic Wildcat coaster

For riders whose most recent memory of the venerable Wildcat rollercoaster at Lake Compounce is teeth-rattling, whip-sawing turns and jolting, spine-shaking hills, something a bit different is in ...
The Bulletin

Where is the oldest roller coaster in Connecticut? Here's how to ride it

Love adrenaline and theme parks? Chances are you are always looking for a new ride to try, from drop rides to suspension rides to virtual reality adventures. However, Connecticut not only has plenty ...
Hartford Courant

At Lake Compounce, Wildcat roller coaster, ‘family friendly’ fun and 1,200 workers ready for opening

In a year when it’s not debuting the latest thrill coaster or a new water park slide, Lake Compounce is focusing on beefing up its service to guests in what its owners hope will be the best of its 179 ...