Darien Lake Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
amusement park in Darien, New York
About Darien Lake
There are four main components that make up the resort. First and foremost is the amusement park, which boasts six roller coasters, an enormous Ferris wheel, and dozens of other rides. Second is the water park, SplashTown, which has been expanded from merely a corner of the amusement park to a separate gate of its own. Third is the Performing Arts Center, which attracts concert-goers from throughout Western New York to see touring acts from throughout the country. The final component are the campground, hotel, and recreational facilities that make Darien Lake more than just a day-trip destination. In 1955, this 25-acre man-made lake opened to the public (admission $0.50 for adults, $0.25 for children 10 and older). Swimming and picnicking were the only attractions. It was popular at
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