Looking to acquire Thunder Island? The CNY amusement park is on the market, offering a reduced price.
Thunder Island Amusement Park in Fulton, NY, Up for Sale
Thunder Island Amusement Park, a popular destination in Fulton, NY, has been listed for sale by JF Real Estate for $1.5 million. The 113-acre property includes a water park, go-kart track, mini-golf course, banquet hall, commercial kitchen, bar, and potential residential development[1][2].
The park, originally opened in 1979, has seen multiple changes in ownership. Harry and Tammie Perau were the original owners, selling the business to Ron and Lisa Falise in 2018[2]. The LaBeefs, Shane and Gale, took over in 2022 with plans to expand the park with attractions like paintball and laser tag[1].
The park remained open until the 2024 season but was closed for the 2025 season. The closure announcement in June 2025 did not specify a detailed reason but expressed hope for reopening in 2026[2]. The LaBeefs have not publicly commented on the sale[1].
Challenges faced by the park include closure during the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2021 death of co-owner Ron Falise, factors that have contributed to operational difficulties[1]. The sale listing also highlights the property's potential for residential development due to its large waterfront land along Ox Creek and proximity to the Oswego River, suggesting redevelopment as a consideration behind the sale[1][2].
Thunder Island features eight water slides, five pools, three go-kart ride configurations, a zipline, a miniature golf course, and a banquet facility[4]. The park shut down early in the 2021 season due to the death of Ron Falise while working on a tractor on site.
The real estate listing for Thunder Island was posted on Monday, and it is the only update since June on Thunder Island's Facebook page, where the closure for the 2025 season was announced on June 1[3]. For more information, interested parties can contact JF Real Estate.
References:
- Thunder Island Amusement Park for Sale
- Thunder Island Closes for 2025 Season
- Thunder Island's Facebook Page
- Thunder Island Attractions
- Investing in the Thunder Island Amusement Park, currently listed for sale by JF Real Estate, presents an opportunity for a strategic business venture, considering its diverse amenities such as water park, go-kart track, mini-golf course, banquet hall, and its expansive waterfront land along Ox Creek.
- With the sale of Thunder Island Amusement Park, there is a chance for a potential investor to turn the once popular destination into a profitable real-estate project, given its large property area and proximity to the Oswego River. This could involve developing residential properties, as suggested by the real estate listing.
