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Quassy Amusement Park

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218: 970: 229:, owned and operated by an electrified rail line. It has been a staple in Connecticut entertainment for more than 100 years. In 1908, Quassy became a stop along the trolley line between Waterbury and Woodbury. As more people got off at this stop, Quassy became a summer resort area. In 1937, three businessmen purchased the property and began to develop it. After World War II, Quassy established itself as a full amusement park. 958: 946: 36: 208:
The park uses an all-day ride and waterpark wristbands or pay-by-ride system. A wristband is required to enter the waterpark and beach area, or guests may pay a separate admission. Admission to the park is free but a parking fee is charged.
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is available. In 1901, a writer pronounced Lake Quassapaug as "the handsomest bit of natural water on Earth". Today, beach clubs and houses surround the entire lake. The park is home to the award-winning
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roller coaster, which opened in 2011. Quassy offers swimming, picnicking, a catering service, an arcade, a waterpark, and live entertainment including school bands, dance groups and magic shows.
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still operating in the United States. It has 20 rides on its 20 acres (81,000 m). Quassy consists of a full-fledged amusement park plus a waterpark called Splash Away Bay. Swimming in
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Connecticut History. "Quassy: One of the Last of the Old-Time Trolley Parks". ConnecticutHistory.org
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Tourist attractions in New Haven County, Connecticut
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Middlebury
Connecticut
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41°31′38″N 73°09′01″W / 41.5271°N 73.1504°W / 41.5271; -73.1504
www.quassy.com
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