Frontier Town would remain closed until 1989 when it would reopen with slight revamping that ended up not being enough to save the park. Troubles began for the park during the 1980s and by 1983 Bensen would go on to sell the park. As time went on more extravagant amusement parks came to be and took attention away from this little Adirondack gem. Sadly as unbelievable of a place as Frontier Town was, it was unable to keep people interested. And if that wasn’t exciting enough, the park also had other fun events that took place throughout the day like stagecoach robberies, their Pony Express and even shoot outs between robbers! It was certainly a thrilling way to step into the past.Ībove you can get a more detailed peak inside of Frontier Town during the 1950’s, provided by akane411 on YouTube. Twice a day you could enjoy the rodeo, where even the kids were allowed to take part in events. Those who came to the park had the chance to see old horse and buggies, bucking broncos at the rodeo and even take a ride on a steam locomotive! Frontier Town was made up of a Indian Village, Pioneer Village and Prairie Junction that was set up to resemble an old Western Main Street. While the unique park would go on to see millions of visitors and was unlike anything the Adirondacks had ever seen, it made its peak during the 1960s and 1970s.Ĭaptured by YouTube user mcoates, you can refresh old memories and get a taste of what Frontier Town was like during its heyday.īringing old Western life all the way up to the East Coast, Frontier Town featured a variety of Wild West attractions that truly made for a one-of-a-kind experience. Frontier Town was founded by Arthur Bensen, a New Yorker who had always longed to create an amusement park that would offer visitors the chance to step back into time and experience the old Wild West. But this annual event isn’t a new tradition for New Yorkers! Heading north for a family vacation meant a weekend of making memories, and for many of us those memories included unforgettable days spent at Frontier Town.Īnyone currently experiencing grand old flashbacks? Opening in 1952, the Wild West theme park saw over 40,000 visitors.

Taking a getaway up to the Adirondacks is something many of our residents make a point to do each and every summer. Posted in New York Attractions, Fun Adventures Maby Lea Monroe This Rare Footage Of A New York Theme Park Will Have You Longing For The Past

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