Your Guide to Amusement & Water Parks in New England
Looking for thrills, slides, or just a solid day of family fun? New England has a packed lineup of amusement parks and water parks—from classic coasters to splash-filled lazy rivers. Here's your go-to guide, sorted by state, with direct links to each park's official site.
🎢 Massachusetts
🎡 Six Flags New England
- Location: Agawam, MA
- Type: Amusement + Water Park (Hurricane Harbor)
- Highlights: Big coasters, kid zones, massive water slides. One of the largest parks in the Northeast.
💦 New Hampshire
🎠 Canobie Lake Park
- Location: Salem, NH
- Type: Amusement Park (with water area)
- Highlights: Classic rides, arcade, and a small water section—great for all ages.
🌊 Water Country
- Location: Portsmouth, NH
- Type: Water Park
- Highlights: Wave pool, lazy river, and the big "Double Geronimo" slide. Very family-friendly.
🧸 Story Land
- Location: Glen, NH
- Type: Amusement Park
- Highlights: Fairy tale–themed rides and shows for young kids.
🎅 Santa’s Village
- Location: Jefferson, NH
- Type: Amusement Park
- Highlights: Christmas in summer, with reindeer, rides, and a small water play area.
🐳 Whale's Tale Water Park
- Location: Lincoln, NH
- Type: Water Park
- Highlights: Big slides, kids' area, and scenic White Mountains backdrop.
🎢 Connecticut
🏖️ Lake Compounce
- Location: Bristol, CT
- Type: Amusement + Water Park
- Highlights: Oldest continuously operating park in the U.S. Includes Crocodile Cove Water Park.
🎡 Quassy Amusement & Waterpark
- Location: Middlebury, CT
- Type: Amusement + Water Park
- Highlights: Lakeside park with beach access, a wooden coaster, and great splash zones for kids.
🌲 The Adventure Park at Storrs
- Location: Storrs, CT
- Type: Outdoor Aerial Adventure Park
- Highlights: Ziplines, ropes courses—perfect for older kids and teens.
🎢 Maine
🎡 Funtown Splashtown USA
- Location: Saco, ME
- Type: Amusement + Water Park
- Highlights: Maine’s largest amusement park—coasters, family rides, and water slides all in one.
🛝 Bonus Picks
- Jordan’s Furniture Enchanted Village (Seasonal, Avon, MA) – Indoor fun and rides in winter/summer.
- The Whale Museum at Mystic Aquarium – Not a park, but a great add-on for water-loving kids.
Planning Tips
- Discounts: Check each park’s site for promo days or local resident discounts.
- Ages: Most parks offer detailed height guides—perfect if you’ve got a toddler in tow or a thrill-seeking teen.
- What to Bring: Sunscreen, water shoes, bathing suits, and layers for breezy coastal areas.
