Stony Brook State Park

Stony Brook State Park STONY BROOK STATE PARK features a rugged gorge in the rolling hills of Western New York. We recommend the Gorge Trail as the easiest and most scenic.
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Stony Brook State Park
Harriet Hollister Spencer State Recreation Area
Honeoye Lake State Boat Launch

“Like” our page, and visit often to learn about our parks and any future events we may have planned! You can enjoy the park's rich scenery while camping, picnicking, swimming or hiking. The North Entrance for day use visitors features a picnic area with tables, g

rills, restrooms, playground, natural stream-fed pool, and entrance to the hiking trails. The park offers a variety of play fields that include: Playgrounds, Tennis Court, Baseball Field, Volleyball Court, and Basketball. Hikers can choose among 3 hiking trails which are all about 1 mile long with quite a bit of stairs making them moderately difficult. The park's beautiful gorge trail begins at our stream-fed pool in the North Entrance and passes by 3 major waterfalls. The Rim Trails climb the towering cliffs through the woodlands that overlook waterfalls and fascinating rock formations. Due to the nature of our trails they are not accessible to wheelchairs, medical walkers, or strollers.

88 campsites, 1 group campsite, and 8 rustic cabins are scattered in the woodlands above the gorge in the South Entrance to the park. The campground does not offer electric or water on campsites or in the cabins, but there are comfort stations in each loop and a dump station. The park also offers 2 rentable picnic shelters that are perfect for hosting a family reunion, birthday party, graduation, or BBQ. During the winter season, most areas of the park are closed to the public including the South Entrance, playgrounds, playfields, and all hiking trails. These areas remain closed until the following spring after cleanup and safety inspections are complete. The North Entrance is open year round and visitors may enjoy walking through the picnic area. https://parks.ny.gov/parks/stonybrook/details.aspx


HONEOYE LAKE BOAT LAUNCH is located at the South-East corner of Honeoye Lake, on East Lake Rd. The launch site includes a concrete ramp with two aluminum docks on each side. Docks are seasonal, from mid-April through late October. The boat launch site is open daily from sunrise to sunset. There is parking for 75 vehicles and trailers. Waterless restrooms are available, but there is no running water at the facility. Winter maintenance allows for ice fishing access. Honeoye Lake is tenth in size among the 11 FINGER LAKES (2nd smallest). Located 28 miles South of Rochester, in Ontario County. Elevation: 804 feet
Area: 1,772 acres
Length: 4.5 miles
Maximum Width: 0.8 miles
Maximum Depth: 30 feet
Fish Species: Walleye (only species stocked, 8.7 million fry annually), Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Bluegill, Yellow Perch, Pumpkinseed, Black Crappie. Aquatic Vegetation: Eelgrass, Pondweed, Eurasian Milfoil and Water Stargrass. Generally abundant near shore and out to a depth of 15 ft. https://parks.ny.gov/parks/honeoyelake/maps.aspx



HARRIET HOLLISTER SPENCER STATE RECREATIONAL AREA is located just South of Honeoye Lake in Canadice, NY. The main park and parking lot is located on Canadice Hill Road where you can find 22.83 miles of multi-use trails for hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and a snowmobile route. With an elevation greater than 2,000 feet, the dense woodland receives far more reliable snow cover than elsewhere in the region, making it a prime destination for winter activities. The park is open daily from sunrise to sunset. Overlook Road leading into the park from the parking lot, passes by a spectacular view of the length of Honeoye Lake. On a clear day, visitors can see the city or Rochester and Lake Ontario to the North. Please note, Overlook Rd is a seasonal road only available from May 1 through Late October. There is a small picnic area with tables and benches located in the main park. Waterless toilets are available, but there is no electric or running water at the site. Hunting (large game) is permitted in designated areas during designated seasons, see Hunting for more information. https://parks.ny.gov/parks/harriethollisterspencer/maps.aspx

It's spring at Stony Brook! The Rim Trails and the playground are now open for the season!
03/31/2026

It's spring at Stony Brook! The Rim Trails and the playground are now open for the season!

Help us find the Easter eggs! Call the park office to register!
03/12/2026

Help us find the Easter eggs! Call the park office to register!

Apply now for a summer position!
03/06/2026

Apply now for a summer position!

Come work at Stony Brook!
02/19/2026

Come work at Stony Brook!

The ice has finally melted, and the docks have been installed at Honeoye Lake Boat Launch!
04/03/2025

The ice has finally melted, and the docks have been installed at Honeoye Lake Boat Launch!

It's no April Fools joke! The day use area playground and the Rim Trails are now open!
04/01/2025

It's no April Fools joke! The day use area playground and the Rim Trails are now open!

The Easter Bunny is coming to Stony Brook! Don't forget to call and register your kiddos!
03/21/2025

The Easter Bunny is coming to Stony Brook! Don't forget to call and register your kiddos!

07/23/2024
Interested in a summer job that pays $21.22 an hour?It's not too late to be a lifeguard at Stony Brook!If you are intere...
06/04/2024

Interested in a summer job that pays $21.22 an hour?
It's not too late to be a lifeguard at Stony Brook!
If you are interested please pre-register for one of the remaining local qualifiers.
Friday, June 7 at 4:30 pm at Southern Cayuga High School
Or
Saturday, June 8 at 9:00 am at Brockport High School
More info can be found by clicking this link: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/lifeguards/exam-dates.aspx

The Gorge Trail is now open for the summer!
05/22/2024

The Gorge Trail is now open for the summer!

Now Hiring for summer seasonal positions at Stony Brook State Park. Job duties include: landscaping, sanitation, and cas...
04/30/2024

Now Hiring for summer seasonal positions at Stony Brook State Park.
Job duties include: landscaping, sanitation, and cashiering.
40 hours/week, $15.00/hour, May-October. Applicants must be available to work weekends and holidays.
Applications can be found at: https://parks.ny.gov/regions/finger-lakes/default.aspx or pick one up at the Stony Brook office,
10820 State Route 36, Dansville, NY 14437.
We look forward to hearing from you.

Vending opportunities at Stony Brook State Park! Prime location for any mobile food services. The newly constructed pad ...
04/12/2024

Vending opportunities at Stony Brook State Park! Prime location for any mobile food services. The newly constructed pad accommodates a 30’X 12’ vehicle with access to 30 amp electrical service and potable water. Call or Email the Stony Brook Office to discuss this business opportunity.

Address

10820 State Route 36 South
Dansville, NY
14437

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 6:45pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 6:45pm
Thursday 8am - 6:45pm
Friday 9:30am - 6:45pm
Saturday 8am - 8pm
Sunday 8am - 8pm

Telephone

+15853358111

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