Lake Compounce Theme Park in Bristol is the country's oldest continuously operating park (it first opened in 1846), Lake Compounce is surrounded on three sides by a lake and wraparound mountain.
It has a great assortment of unique rides, including the truly world-class Boulder Dash, which just may be the world's best wood coaster. Boulder Dash is built into the side of the mountain.
The nearby lake and sandy beach are also available for guest enjoyment.