SYLVAN BEACH AMUSEMENT PARKLocation: Sylvan Beach, NY
Distance: 3 hours
Opening date: Now open
Similar to: A smaller version of what Crystal Beach was. They've got Rock-O-Planes (my number one reason for wanting to visit the park this year).
THE GREAT ESCAPE
Location: Lake George, NY
Distance: 5 hours
Opening date: May 10th
New for 2008: Wiggles World, a Wiggles themed kiddie area featuring three new rides. Also, Mega Wedgie, a giant bowl-shaped waterslide.
Similar to: Fantasy Island. This is where the Crystal Beach Comet now is. It’s been modified a little, but it’s still a good ride.
MAGIC FOREST
Location: Lake George, NY
Distance: 5 hours
Opening date: May 17th
Similar to: Fantasy Island with all kiddie rides.
NORTH POLE / SANTA’S WORKSHOP
Location: North Pole, NY (near Lake Placid)
Distance: 6.5 hours
Opening date: June 28th
Similar to: Unique. An amusement park for young kids themed to Santa Claus & his reindeer.
ASTROLANDLocation: Coney Island, NY
Distance: 7 hours
Opening date: Now open
Similar to: Unique and given another year!
DENO’S WONDER WHEEL AMUSEMENT PARK
Location: Coney Island, NY
Distance: 7 hours
Opening date: Now open
Similar to: A smaller Fantasy Island. It’s within walking distance of Astroland and has the world famous Wonder Wheel, a giant ferris wheel with some cars that travel on tracks and swing into and out of the wheel structure!
LONG ISLAND’S ADVENTURELAND
Location: East Farmingdale, NY
Distance: 7.5 hours
Opening date: Now open
Similar to: Fantasy Island
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