Took an adventure here with my 13 year old daughter and two of her friends. It's become an annual…read moretrip and I'd say well worth a trip once a summer. I purchased tickets ahead of time for a decent $5 discount per ticket. Even if you are not there for the slide rides, tickets are required for entry. Things I love: Advance purchase tickets online - tickets do sell out so buying tix ahead of time guarantees entry. But - no refunds unless the park is closed due to weather so check the forecast. You can bring your own food and drinks - enough said! I actually made it out of there not buying a single thing from the snack bar yesterday. Yay, me! There is a snack bar. If you're not worried about cost, there's a good selection of food and drinks offered, including salad. But be prepared to pay $$. Four chicken fingers runs about $17. You can bring your own chairs. Just found this out yesterday. Load up the beach wagon if you want guaranteed seating and you don't want to rent a cabana. There's cabana rentals that give you guaranteed seating and shade. I wasn't going to spring $150 for a basic cabana but it's an option. Upgrades are available at higher price points. There's lots and lots of slide options for the teen crowd and a decent size kiddie area. Life jackets are provided. Locker rentals Clean. Except for the restrooms, there's no garbage or litter around. Plenty of trash cans. Lots of lifeguards. Safety first. Things that could be better: The restrooms. The main one leaves a lot to be desired. But typical of what you would expect at a waterpark. New ones are worth the walk over by Hurricane Hill. Trust me. The parking. I'm not a "wait at the gate for the park to open" type of person. It's a mess if you have to grab a spot when it's full. Ask about the overflow lot next door. Shorter walk than the far end of the main lot. Lines. They are long , even on weekdays and there's no shade while you wait. Brutal on hot days. Unchaperoned kids. Not a huge issue because everyone is pretty well behaved and the staff runs a tight ship with any horseplay. But this is a big camp field trip destination. Lastly, is the water clean? It's not dirty but what you would expect for hundreds of people being in and out. I'd recommend sitting over by the wave pool if you don't get a cabana. Don't be afraid to pick up an empty single chaise to claim a spot outside the rows. Overall, a great family friendly spot.

I went here a while back, and while it wasn't terrible, the location felt incredibly random kind of…read morewedged between a parking lot and a store, which made the whole arrival experience a bit odd. It also took me about three hours to get there, so expectations were definitely higher going in. The first thing that stood out was how unorganized the entry process was. The line to get into the park was insanely long and honestly one of the most chaotic lines I've ever seen. That said, we still managed to get in at a reasonable time. Once inside, it was a mixed experience. The lazy river was extremely crowded, especially at the entrance, which made it hard to relax. On the plus side, the wave pool was actually really nice. The waves felt more realistic than most water parks, which I appreciated. Food prices were about what you'd expect, maybe a little on the higher side, but nothing outrageous for a water park. As for the slides, they felt a bit rough and slightly sketchy at times. I get that part of it is the thrill, but some rides, especially Devil's Peak, were pretty uncomfortable. I ended up with a few rub burns and scratches, which wasn't ideal. Overall, I did have fun because at the end of the day it is still a water park. But the park could really benefit from better organization and layout. It felt a bit all over the place, and with some improvements it could be a much better experience

I went here and nice and they changed the date and gave no refunds and charged us then we…read morerescheduled and they canceled again and they have horrible people there there was a fake officer writing our license plate overall 1 star I was having a bad day and this made it worse this is supposed to be a place that makes you smile instead I frowned.

My kids loved our visit to the water slides! They had 6 different slides and my 7 and 9 year old…read moreenjoyed them with ease. The friendly staff gave them clear instructions and had the kids flying down the slides in no time! It was good, old fashioned fun. For $50 bucks they rode all day

We came for the Halloween evening walk and it was so fun! We spent the whole evening here and it…read morewas incredible. Super family friendly and the free marshmallow toasting was the perfect way to end the evening! Thank you to the people running the show it was super smooth and so much to do! The petting zoo was a cute touch and great for my little who couldn't do the bounce houses yet :)

Is this place a bargain-- no. Is this place pretty awesome if your child loves dinosaurs-- yes!…read moreThis spot is about an hour away from me, but it's worth the drive to spend an afternoon here. I thought all the dinosaurs were super impressive and love how they setup the whole walking trail. There is a ton of shade, so even if you go when it's super hot you'll be fine! I appreciate all the ferns that they planted around, makes it feel "authentic" with all the dinos. For my dino obsessed five year old he loved seeing all the variety of dinosaurs and even some more obscure ones that he knew and you never see at spots like this. They did a great job of putting some dinosaurs into "scenes" and simply showcasing others with facts and more info. My son isn't into splash pads, but that splash pad looked like a ton of fun. The climbing area was also huge and looked like fun. My five year old stuck to walking around and going through the maze 15 times. The maze is simple, but fun and a nice addition to the park. What I like about this park is it's great for kids of all ages! Probably from at least 3-10 and even older if your child is super into dinosaurs or you are an adult who loves dinos!

This place was so much fun! The slides are long. The wait is between 10 and 15 minutes... But it's…read moreso worth it! I especially love the fact that it felt safe. There seemed to be gates and guards everywhere! The bathrooms were spotless. I loved the fact that there was a separate changing room for the ladies. Spots really are first come first served. The beach is basically almost all grass so I noticed a lot of people with massive tent, set ups and large swaths of area that they would claim, lol. As far as the pond goes, it is one of the cleanest and clearest I have ever seen. It's nice that you can bring floats from home, as well as goggles. The food was pretty decent! And was reasonably priced. Make sure you wear shoes or sandals on the deck of the concession stand because it gets really hot! The only reason I took off a star? This is a family establishment with kids running around. I'm the LAST person to be a prude but HOLY COW- I saw so many cheeks, lol...and I was a woman who DJ'd at strip joints for a year... I am all for women's rights, but this should definitely be a safe space for children. ..,also.... add clam strips to the menu lol

This place is really amazing. It runs like a well oiled machine. It was very crowded, but so…read moreorganized. Lifeguards and staff always around. Highly recommend it and I will definitely be back. The kids had a great time!

Not my cup of tea personally for a beach. Get here early enough it's peaceful and have better…read morechances in finding beach glass. Once the kids started showing up and screaming for no reason was where I made my decision. Looks like plenty to do though. There's a plentiful of volleyball nets. Looks like a play place as well.

I was a little disappointed this time around. This is usually my fave beach b/c of the white clean…read moresand,pool,& ocean. The ocean water was dirty & I've never seen that before @ this beach. Came on a Saturday so parking for non New London residence is $40. I was super bummed b/c the pool was closed. Worker said it was closed b/c it rained in the early morning. In the forecast there would not be rain after that & it didn't rain. I stood the whole day @ the beach. I tried getting in the water but it was dirty & freezing. It is always colder than lost beaches b/c it's off the Long Island Sound. I was not a happy camper especially after paying $40 to not really have a good time & couldn't even get a swim in.

We love it here. Snowboard, skiing.. schools are incredible as well. Restaurant is good. Warm and…read morehome feeling. Kind instructors and employees.

A Wonderful Experience at Yawgoo!…read more We had such an amazing time at Yawgoo with our 4‑year‑old daughter's ski lessons. From the moment we arrived, every single staff member was beyond incredible--patient, cheerful, and so great with the kids. They made her feel comfortable, confident, and excited to learn, which is everything you could hope for as a parent. The lessons themselves were fantastic, and you could truly see how much the instructors cared about creating a positive experience. Our daughter left smiling from ear to ear and already asking when she can go back! After lessons, we headed over to The Max and had an absolute ball. The chicken tenders were delicious, and the Shirley Temples hit the spot--total treat for all of us. It was the perfect way to wrap up a fun winter day. We can't say enough good things about Yawgoo. Wonderful people, great atmosphere, and amazing memories for our family. We'll definitely be back!

Took my 8 month old son here for the first time (for both of us) last week and it was so fun! The…read morestaff was sooo friendly, it was fun petting all the animals, the little play areas were so nice! Loved the hayride! Everything was great, planning a trip back this summer to try the splash area!

I honestly wasn't quite sure what to expect-- Davis is pretty pricey and fairly far from me. My…read morefriend had raved about it from years ago so I figured it was worth a try. My son LOVED it. My son has a weird affinity for goats so this was basically his heaven. We really didn't leave the goat area for long. The only other thing we did was the hayride, which was amazing and the animals come right up to the truck. I loved learning about all the different animals they have on the farm. We went in October and the goats were dressed up for Halloween which was adorable. My son loved the area where you can sit and hold the baby goats. For my goat loving son, it's definitely worth the fall trip.

11/29/25 Let me start this honest review by saying I have…read morelived most of my life in the town of Carver. I have collected Edaville souvenirs and memorabilia for as long as I could remember and I don't wanna say that I'm a train enthusiast, but my career is ON a railroad. I was seriously delighted to hear that the KRF group was going to tackle keeping the Christmas season alive at Edaville! Before our visit, a lot of the local pages on Facebook had naysayers and doubters, and I took the reins trying to be positive: "If it wasn't for the KRF group, there would be no Edaville, since the previous owner gave up and sold off all of the rides." With all that said, we visited with an open heart and mind, and were sadly, completely underwhelmed. Yes, I did notice there were more lights around the park -more so than the last few years. I thought that the giant Christmas tree just beyond the entrance was quite lovely. And, I hate to say it, but that's the end of what delighted me. The shops from the last few years were missing (Hippie Pilgrim, the antiques, the hand painted ornaments,) and the only shops to visit (and there were so few) were those also featured during the renaissance faire. To be honest, some of those shops featured Christmas items, but mostly, it was confusing and completely underwhelming. To call anything on the advertising and Edaville ticket pages a "Merry Marketplace" was quite deceiving. The Jingle Bar, advertised as 21+, was fun and festive but it was crowded with children. And the thing that really disappointed me the most? PortaPotties! It was 33° and I know the Venue has bathroom facilities! To make people use outdoor, frigid cold toilets and cold water is downright cruel! To charge $28 for a visit that doesn't include a train ride, to shop in 10-15 shops featuring old English provisions, and to pee in a PortaPotty, is a crime.

Reading through the more recent reviews it's clear a lot of people are disappointed in Edaville. My…read morefam went once for the holiday lights in December and recently for the Day Out with Thomas Event. Both times my family and I have had a ton of fun. My son is five and the majority of rides are perfect for him. This is truly a great spot for young elementary school aged kids and younger. There are a few rides where you have to be taller and keep the older kids a bit more engaged and plenty of rides for the younger bunch. Is this place pricey-- yes! But show me an amusement park that isn't. The tickets are high, but you can spend at least four+ hours at the park. We have not encountered crazy lines as others have. The Topham Hat car ride always has a longer wait at around 20ish minutes, but for almost all the others we never waited more than 5-10 minutes. The steam train ride is nice and it's a pretty long ride around the park. If your child loves trains, they will love it here. All the model trains/tracks inside are great to look at as well. It is a little weird how they must have lost their Thomas the Train licensing and the Thomas area very clearly used to be Sodor but now is a winter village. Things like the Dieselworks and the Troublesome Trucks are still pretty clear, even it it's not official. The food here is pretty standard. There is a local BBQ place that must rent out on of the stalls though, because their food was super tasty. Otherwise it's more hot dog, chicken nuggets, fried dough, popcorn, etc. I never went to Edaville before the new owners took over, so maybe that is why my perspective is different-- I have nothing to compare it to. Looking through old pictures though, I do hope they bring dinoland back! My family will be heading back in December for their Festival of Lights!

4 stars is pretty accurate…read more Google maps direction: if you use Google maps, don't follow the actual end point. The park entrance is right at the traffic light. If you drive past it to get to the end point on Google maps, then you are too far and will be at the exit point of the parking lot. I don't understand why playgrounds don't have trees or shades? Why? The Spray Deck is open from 8 AM to 8 PM daily. Wading Pool is open 6/15/2024 - 9/2/2024 10:15am - 5:45pm. Parking is maximum 4 hours, regardless of weekday/weekend/holiday. There is an ice cream truck there sometimes. $5 or $6 for a sugary treat. (It's almost just sugar water, no ice cream content.) No hand sanitizers outside of the porta potty, so bring your own. Plenty of free parking.

There's so much to do here! Walk, jog, swim if you have kids, go to the playground if you have…read morekids, play frisbee, set up a picnic, grab a drink at Owl's Nest (which is a pop-up brewery in the warmer months), sit on a bench, go kayaking, watch people boat down the Charles, and the list goes on. I love coming here and walking the different paths for miles and miles. I also roller skate all the way to the Museum of Science and back -- it's the same continuous path! All around, i love this park area. There's truly so much to do.

Ryan Park (aka the Father Francis A. Ryan Memorial Playground) is a public park and playground area…read morein the Mattapan section of Boston, Massachusetts. Amenities at the park include a playground with multiple playscapes, a splash pad with a wading pool, basketball courts, tennis courts, public restrooms with changing areas, walking paths, and convenient access to the nearby Neponset River Greenway. My family and I visited Ryan Park this past summer while we were cycling along the Neponset River Greenway. I had previously visited the park back in 2023 while I was cycling the trail with my older son. He had a lot of fun playing on the playscapes. Unfortunately, I didn't bring his bathing suit along on that trip and he felt bad that he couldn't play on the splash pad. On my more recent trip to Ryan Park, we were joined by my wife and younger son and this time we made sure to bring bathing suits. We were pleasantly surprised to see that the splash pad had been completely redone since my last trip. The newer splash pad had features that were more consistent with a wading pool. Both of my sons had a blast splashing around. Once swim time was over, we all enjoyed our prepared picnic lunch on a nearby picnic table. Afterwards, both boys had fun running around on the playscapes. Overall, my whole family thinks that Ryan Park is a great place for young children and it's easily accessible by motor vehicle, bicycle, or public transportation.

Why did I only find this on the LAST day of summer??!?…read more Seriously though. This spray park is AMAZING. It is really just a water slide short of being an actual tot water park. You would pay a $60 entry fee for access to a little water play area like this at a big water park. It's got a really good sized wading pool with lifeguards on duty. There are tons of spray features - an alligator, a turtle and a snake. There's also this awesome bucket contraption that fills up six buckets with water and then dumps them out over and over. It's totally fun! There are plenty of benches, with nice sun canopy shades overhead. There's even a bathroom / shower facility adjacent to the water features! That's just the water park. Ryan playground is seriously stacked. There's a huge area with two giant play structures. It's got a wood chip base (not updated with the rubberized surface that many newer playgrounds have) and some benches. There are also tennis and basketball courts! And it looks like they are currently finishing construction of a walkway to provide access to the Neponset River walkway. I'm excited for that! Last but not least - this is Boston after all - there is a parking lot! YES - parking. It is small, but dammit, it's there and it's free!!! We will be back SO many times. I wish it didn't take me this long to realize this place was 5 minutes from my house. Hidden Bostonplayground gem!