neil009 Posted June 21, 2014 Share Posted June 21, 2014 I am planning a possible combo trip of here and Six Flags NE on July 4th weekend. I know I can probably expect major crowds at SF (mainly going there for Bizarro) but I was wondering how crowded this park gets, and also if it's worth a full day. It seems surprisingly small given how old it is (super psyched for BD though). I find it worth a full day but it can get crowded especially on july 4th I hate to ask this but how crowded are we talking? If it's going to be like a two hour wait for BD then I'm not sure we'll bother. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScreaminNewEngland Posted June 21, 2014 Share Posted June 21, 2014 HEADS UP: Boulder Dash will be closed til' Tuesday, they are waiting for a part to come in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larrygator Posted June 21, 2014 Share Posted June 21, 2014 (edited) HEADS UP: Boulder Dash will be closed til' Tuesday, they are waiting for a part to come in. I hope that it is fixed on time as I'll be there for a school trip on Tuesday. Edited June 21, 2014 by larrygator Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaellynn4 Posted June 24, 2014 Share Posted June 24, 2014 I'm going to be there tomorrow as well. Just drove four hours and am now seeing the updates about Boulder Dash. Grrrrr... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larrygator Posted June 24, 2014 Share Posted June 24, 2014 I'm going to be there tomorrow as well. Just drove four hours and am now seeing the updates about Boulder Dash. Grrrrr... And it never opened today, still waiting on a part. I'm not feeling good about tomorrow, because quite frankly Boulder Dash is the only thing I really love at the park. Looks like I might be riding a lot of flats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaellynn4 Posted June 24, 2014 Share Posted June 24, 2014 I was originally going to do LC tomorrow and SFNE Wednesday, but I think I'm going to switch it up in order to buy me an insurance day so they can hopefully get it back up in time. I really hope they do, I've never been there and was looking forward to this specific coaster for months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScreaminNewEngland Posted June 24, 2014 Share Posted June 24, 2014 ^Not many flats. I realised that the park lacks tons of thrill. A lot of the flats they call thrills (twister, wipeout, pirate, the rapids) are very tame. The only true thrill rides are down time, enterprise and T&L. I guess you can count revolution as well. I found myself really enjoying wildcat. We lapped it and it was the ride we rode the most. Zoomerang is smooth too so that wasn't bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larrygator Posted June 24, 2014 Share Posted June 24, 2014 I have no problem with Thunder and Lightning, Twister, Pirate Ship, Enterprise, Wave Swinger, and DownTime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoulderDash Posted June 24, 2014 Share Posted June 24, 2014 I was originally going to do LC tomorrow and SFNE Wednesday, but I think I'm going to switch it up in order to buy me an insurance day so they can hopefully get it back up in time. I really hope they do, I've never been there and was looking forward to this specific coaster for months. I would definitely switch it. The park said they had the part on Sunday but today the said they were still waiting. Hopefully it will be open soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterbill Posted June 24, 2014 Share Posted June 24, 2014 The park announced today that the log flume will be closed for approximately 2 weeks... terrible timing in the middle of the summer. Boulder Dash was closed today also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoulderDash Posted June 24, 2014 Share Posted June 24, 2014 My brother said that he saw BD do three test runs while in the water park. I would say it is good to go for tomorrow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larrygator Posted June 24, 2014 Share Posted June 24, 2014 (edited) My brother said that he saw BD do three test runs while in the water park. I would say it is good to go for tomorrow! Must have happened late in the day, I left the park at 5pm and never saw/heard it running and this was the best thing that happened all day. The Funnel cake stand near Down Time serves an Ice Cream Nacho dessert. Looks just like the picture and tasted great. I told then to hold the cherry. Edited June 25, 2014 by larrygator Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasterbill Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 Boulder Dash will be open today! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaellynn4 Posted June 25, 2014 Share Posted June 25, 2014 In line for Boulder Dash now! So glad I switched the two days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larrygator Posted June 29, 2014 Share Posted June 29, 2014 Bear Creek Campground is set to open on July 1st http://bristolpress.com/articles/2014/06/27/news/doc53ae1885adba6523578258.txt Lake Compounce’s Bear Creek Campground set to open Friday, June 27, 2014 9:24 PM EDT By BRIAN M. JOHNSON Bristol Press BRISTOL — Lake Compounce’s newest attraction, Bear Creek Campground, will hold its grand opening July 1. The 15-acre campground will complement the historical 168-year-old Lake Compounce Amusement Park and newly added Crocodile Cove Water Park. The rustic recreation site features log cabins, mason lighting, and artfully crafted bear and eagle totems. However, those who come to Bear Creek won’t have to leave the amenities of home far behind. The campground features free WiFi and direct TV, 20 fully furnished cabins that sleep up to 10 people each, 24 RV sites with water and electricity hook ups and 30 tent sites. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table and campfire pit. There are also laundromats, individual showers and 24-hour bathrooms. There will be weekly family-friendly activities including kickball and watergun fights. Campers can find all the supplies they need at Bear Creek Lodge, which contains a general store and lounge. “Guests can turn a trip to Lake Compounce into a family vacation because they now have the option of staying overnight,” said Jerry Brick, general manager. “They can enjoy the theme park and water park and also spend time visiting other popular sites in Connecticut as well. An added benefit is the ability for campers to spend time in the park and return to their campsites at their convenience throughout their stay.” According to Brick, the land for the campsite was purchased in 2006. A feasibility study was conducted two years ago and it was determined they could open this year. Brick said the camp could serve 700 people fully booked and there are still 70 acres of land which can be used for future expansion. “It’s very exciting to be opening up, it was a lot of work,” said Brick. Bear Creek Campground sites must be reserved in advance at cambbearcreek.com. People may park their cars at the campgrounds, but RVs must be rented from Crowley Auto at 9 Barber St, Bristol, Sites start at $35 per night. Campers may purchase heavily discounted tickets to Lake Compounce Theme Park and Crocodile Cove Water Park upon checking in. Group rates are also available. For more information, call (860) 583-3300, ext.6905 or visit campbearcreek.com. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philrad71 Posted June 29, 2014 Share Posted June 29, 2014 ^Thank God that they have opened this campground! Hopefully this will put that horribly strange backwoods campground (that we stayed at a few years back) out of business. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larrygator Posted June 29, 2014 Share Posted June 29, 2014 ^Thank God that they have opened this campground! Hopefully this will put that horribly strange backwoods campground (that we stayed at a few years back) out of business. I was thinking of you when I posted this news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ahecht Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 Is Lake Compounce still doing Text2Ride? I couldn't find anything about it on their website. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoulderDash Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 No, that was ended many years ago, thank god. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jodon Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 I'm going to be heading to Lake Compounce on a weekday at the end of July or early August and was planning on hitting up Quassy on the same day. I was hoping someone on here could give me suggestions on the best way to experience both parks. -Which park should I start with/end with? Does it make any sense to start at LC and go to Quassy, then back to LC? Or, should I start at one park and end at the other? I'll be driving from Hopkinton, MA if that makes any difference. -Are either of the water parks worth the time? -Does it make sense to get an all day ride bracelet at Quassy, or should I just buy individual ride tickets for the two coasters. -On the credit whoring circuit, do either of the kiddie coasters at both parks require a little one to ride? -Any food things I should try out at either of the parks, or on the way to/from the parks? Thanks in advance for your assistance. I'm really looking forward to riding Boulder Dash and Wooden Warrior. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brassinthegrass Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 I tried to do both parks a few weeks back... Sadly QL was closed to a private party... Both parks are definitely doable in one day. I would suggest doing QL first, since it is truly small compared to other parks of the region... I really enjoyed LC. The rides are pretty good, and it was a nice park to just hang around! I can't speak for the water parks as they aren't really my thing. What I can say is that the gonada ride was MAGNIFICENT. I suggest doing it late afternoon when the mountain is blocking the sun, make sure you have some really odd questions for the person who spends their shift sitting at the top of the ride... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larrygator Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 Boulder Dash runs better as the day progresses. Go to Quassy first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yankeeman311 Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 I would suggest LC first then Quassy no doubt. The reason being that Quassy has a great sunset wristband deal. At 5 they offer them for $11. As for credit whoring I believe you need to be under 56 inches for LC's kiddie coaster but I don't think Quassy has a requirement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoulderDash Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 Depends what day you go I guess. I would suggest Quassy then LC. Boulder Dash runs better later on and a night ride is a must. Better yet, make your first ride in the front seat at night, you won't be disappointed lol. LC does have a after 5 ticket for $20 but if they are only open till 8 it is kinda weak. But I would just hit the two coasters at quassy (maybe a few extra rides on ww) then head to LC. Also if you go Fri-Sun they have a sick new light show, really cool, the video I took doesn't do it justice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philrad71 Posted July 7, 2014 Share Posted July 7, 2014 ^Thank God that they have opened this campground! Hopefully this will put that horribly strange backwoods campground (that we stayed at a few years back) out of business. I was thinking of you when I posted this news. Thanks Larry! I still hope to get back to this park to get on Boulder Dash at night and perhaps have some more time to spend in the water park. I especially enjoyed the water slides that emptied into the lake....very unique for a US park to have something like this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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