The Deadly History Of This New Jersey Amusement Park Is Terrifying But True
Amusement parks are supposed to be fun for the whole family, and a relaxing and safe way to chase some thrills on a nice day. In the 1980s, a northern New Jersey park quickly gained a reputation for being just the opposite. Action Park was a dangerous recreation complex, and it wasn’t long before it earned plenty of unfavorable nicknames.
The Tarzan Swing was responsible for a death in 1985 when a man had a heart attack. The 50-degree water triggered the event.
The pool was particularly deep and patrons often got caught over their heads with no easy way out due to the relentless waves.
To learn more and to see some of Action Park's most infamous attractions, watch the short documentary below:
Action Park has long since been closed down — much to the delight of amusement-goers in New Jersey, who now head to safer, more regulated parks. Do you have any stories about summer days spent at Action Park? We’d love to hear from you! Let’s talk about it in the comments.
Address: Action park, 196 Rt 94, Vernon Township, NJ 07462, USA
