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STONY BROOK STATE PARK, NY

Status: Open through Sun Oct 13 2013   Season Dates
Max reservation window: Tue Feb 25 2014   Later Dates
120 site(s) found

Description

Stony Brook State Park's terrain comprises hilly woodlands; a deep gorge with rugged cliffs overlooking three waterfalls; and fascinating rock formations. Tent and trailer campsites are scattered in the woodlands above the gorge in the upper, or south, end of the park. Visitors can hike rim, gorge, or nature trails, play tennis on park courts, picnic, or the park's stream-fed waterfalls. In winter, three miles of cross-country trails are available for skiers.

Geography:

Stony Brook State Park is located 2 miles south of Dansville, in Steuben County. Take 390 South to exit 4 then take 36 South.

Recreation:

Activities include hiking, hunting, tennis, and cross-country skiing. The park has several lovely waterfalls to visit.

Facilities:

Campsites with restrooms and showers, group camping areas, food concessions, a nature trail, picnic tables and pavilions, a playground, playing fields, and tennis courts make this a park full of appealing amenities. Firewood is sold by a nearby private vendor. The park has one dumping station.

Nearby Attractions:

Nearby attractions include Harriet Hollister Spencer State Recreation Area, Honeoye Lake Boat Launch State Park, Letchworth State Park, Keuka Lake State Park, and Watkins Glen State Park.

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
  • Comfort Station
  • Cross Country Skiing
  • Fire Rings
  • Hiking Trail
  • Hot Showers
  • Parking
  • Picnic Shelter
  • Picnic Tables
  • Picnicking
  • Playground
  • Showers
  • Telephone
  • Toilet, Accessible
  • Volleyball
  • Water Fillup Station
Within 10 Miles
  • Antiquing
  • Baseball/Softball
  • Basketball
  • Convenience Store
  • Dump Station
  • First Aid Station
  • Hiking
  • Playground
  • Restaurant
  • Shopping
  • Swimming - Natural Pool
  • Tennis
Alerts and Important Information
NEW Rustic Cabins!! now available at Stony Brook State Park! Offering 4-person cabins - a perfect solution for campers who like tents & cabins. Offer protection from the elements, but no electricity or water.

Stony Brook State Park swimming area is closed. Campers may utilize the North swimming pool at Letchworth State Park. Campers may enter the park for free with their camping permit, but the pool fee is $2 for adults and $1 for children. The pool is open from late June to Labor Day and is located 20 miles from Stony Brook. We apologize for the inconvenience.

DID YOU KNOW you save 15-20% by reserving a weeknight* campsite? (*Sunday-Thursday, excluding holidays)

To insure fairness for all NY customers, any reservation with departure dates outside the 9-month Maximum Window can not be changed or cancelled until 18 days after the reservation was made.

  • Reservations for campsites may be booked 9 months in advance for a 1-night minimum stay.
  • All sites have a picnic table and a fire ring.
  • There are NO electric sites at this campground.
  • Alcoholic beverages are restricted and require a permit.
  • Only 2 pets per site are permitted. Pets must have a current rabies certificate and be on a leash and attended at all times.
  • Bicycles are allowed on paved roads only.
  • Visitors are required to pay a vehicle fee and leave the park by 10:00 p.m.
  • Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 8 am.
  • If arriving after 9 p.m., please call the park office at (716) 335-5530 or risk losing the reservation.
  • Peak season: A person may be the primary site occupant for 14 total days of camping within a 16 day period. S/he must leave the park for 48 hours once they have stayed the maximum number of days allowed before beginning a new reservation.

    Getting There:

    GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
    42.51639, -77.69278
    42°30'59"N, 77°41'34"W

    The park is located several miles south of Dansville. Take I-390 to Route 36 South. 585-335-8111

    Contact Information:

    Mailing Address:

    STONY BROOK STATE PARK
    10820 Route 36 South
    DANSVILLE NY 14437-9599

    Phone Number:

    Project Office:(585)335-8111