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Stony Brook State Park

10820 Rt. 36 South

Dansville, NY 14437

585-335-8111

Services: A,G,I,J,L,M,O,P,Q,R,S,V,Z,BB,CC

Hundreds of years ago, the land that is now Stony Brook State Park was frequented by the Seneca Nation of Indians, the Keepers of the Western Door. When the Senecas were driven out of the region after the Revolutionary War, the land was farmed and mills were built on Stony Brook. In 1833, a railroad was constructed that brought in tourists to the train station, which was located where the campground office is today. These tourists enjoyed hiking, picnicking, an outdoor theater, and dancing in a dance hall.

Natural gas was discovered by the Indians as it bubbled up through the water in the lower park. But it wasn't until the late 1800s that it was eventually captured and used for lighting and cooking.

Today Stony Brook State Park's terrain comprises hilly woodlands, a deep gorge with rugged cliffs overlooking three waterfalls, and fascinating rock formations. Visitors can hike rim, gorge, or nature trails, play tennis on park courts, picnic or swim in either of two stream-fed pools. In winter, three miles of cross-country trails are available for skiers. Some winter hiking is allowed, but not on the gorge trails. Camping from first weekend in May to mid-October.

Pets must be leashed everywhere in the park.

568 acres, 125 non-electric tent and trailer campsites. Group camping permitted. Alcohol is not allowed in the campground.

Park plan and camping area map (pdf) 

Key to Services

A-Beach

B-Biking

C-Boat Launch Sites

D-Boat Rentals

E-Cabins

F-Camper Recreation

G-Campsites

H-Dockage

I-Dumping Station

J-Empire Passport Accepted

K-Fishing

L-Food

M-Hiking

N-Marina

O-Nature Trail

P-Pavilions

Q-Picnic Tables

R-Playground

S-Playing Fields

T-Powerboats

U-Recreation Programs

V-Showers

W-Sledding

X-Snowmobiling

Y-Snowshoeing

Z-Tent/Trailer Sites

AA-Vacation Rentals

BB-X-Country Skiing

CC-Scenic Views

DD-All above