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| Location | Crystal Beach, Ontario |
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| Coordinates | 42°51′47″N 79°03′37″W / 42.863034°N 79.060287°W |
| Status | Defunct |
| Opened | May 28, 1888 |
| Closed | September 4, 1989 |
| Owner | John E. Rebstock (1888-1908) Lake Erie Excursion Co. (1908-1924) George C. Hall (1924-1972) Van Hall (1972-1983) Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (1983-1984) Crystal Beach Park Limited (1984-1989) |
| Slogan | Buffalo's Coney Island |
| Area | 100 acres (0.40 km2) |
Crystal Beach Park was an amusement park in Crystal Beach, Ontario from 1888 to 1989. It was serviced by the Canadiana passenger ferry in Buffalo, making it a popular tourist destination for both Canadians and Americans.
The park was known for its innovative roller coasters, most notably Backety-Back Scenic Railway, the Cyclone, and The Comet. The Comet was awarded Coaster Landmark status in 2009, and remains in operation at The Great Escape and Hurricane Harbor.