Amusement parks on Long Island
SPLISH SPLASH
2549 Splish Splash Drive
Calverton, NY 11933
631-727-3600
Ranked among the top water parks in the nation by Travel Channel, Splish Splash covers 96 acres of land and there's a ride in every direction. From Alien Invasion to Cliff Dive, from The Abyss to the Max Slide, there's plenty of thrills to be had. There's also a lazy river and wave pool for people of all ages and excitement levels, and plenty of rides just for kids.
Hours
Open weekends from Memorial Day to June 15, then open daily through Labor Day. Hours vary.
More info
• Splish Splash photos
• Splish Splash Web site
• Park map
ADVENTURELAND
2245 Route 110
Farmingdale, NY 11735
631-694-6868, general
631-694-6300, birthday party info
Around since 1962, Adventureland features more than 20 rides for people of all ages, including the Hurricane Coaster, Pirate Ship, Silvers Twister, Frisbee, Music Express, Bumper Cars, a ferris wheel and the Haunted House. There's an arcade, food court and miniature golf course.
Hours
Open April through October. Hours fluctuate depending on the season. In the summer, park opens at 11 a.m. on weekdays and noon on weekends.
More info
• Our guide to Adventureland
• Adventureland Web site
BAYVILLE ADVENTURE PARK
8 Bayville Avenue
Bayville, NY 11709
516-624-7433
Located in the space formerly known as Bayville Amusements, Bayville Adventure Park packs a punch in its relatively small 5-acre frame. The pirate-themed amusement park features a high-wire rope course, low-speed bumper boats, a 19-hole miniature golf course, rock climbing, super slides and an arcade. The attractions stay open beyond the summer as long as weather will permit. In September, the fun house opens and it becomes Bayville Scream Park, open through Halloween.
Hours
Monday-Thursday: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Friday-Saturday: 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
More info
• The pirates have landed
• Bayville Adventure Park photos
• Bayville Adventure Park Web site
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