Family Camping Activities for All Ages: Games, Hiking, and Campfire Fun
Explore family camping activities that bring all ages together, from outdoor games and scenic hikes to memorable campfire fun that creates lasting memories.
Nestled in the heart of Dansville, NY, Stony Brook State Park Campground offers a serene escape for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. This expansive campground is known for its spacious sites, lush surroundings, and proximity to some of New York's most stunning natural attractions, including Letchworth State Park and Watkins Glen State Park.
The campground features a variety of camping options, from tent sites to RV-friendly spots, many of which are located along the picturesque river. While some sites may lack gravel surfaces, they provide ample space and privacy, making them ideal for families and groups. The natural swimming pool and multiple waterfalls along the gorge trail add to the park's charm, offering visitors a refreshing way to cool off during their stay.
Stony Brook State Park Campground is also a great base for exploring nearby attractions. The park's quiet and peaceful environment makes it easy to book, especially for those seeking a weekend getaway. However, visitors should note that the roads and bathhouses could use some improvements, and electric sites are limited.
Customer feedback highlights the park's natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere, with many visitors praising the spacious campsites and scenic trails. While some have noted issues with inconsiderate behavior from other campers, the overall experience remains positive for those seeking a quiet retreat in nature. For those in need of assistance, the campground can be reached directly by phone at +1 585-335-5530.
Picnics
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Wheelchair accessible restroom
Hiking
Picnic tables
Public restroom
Public shower
Restroom
Running water
Slides
Swings
Tent sites
Camping fee
Good for kids
Kid-friendly hikes
Playground
On-site parking
Dogs allowed
I'm not impressed with this campground. 🙁 It's much larger than the previous campgrounds but the roads are terrible. The sites are very rough and muddy. 😖There's no gravel site surfaces here. The sites are bigger than the previous park and there's more room between them. The camping spots down on the river are huge. But, very inconsiderate locals. 🤬Using their generators outside of the published hours. Kids running all over the place, through your campsites, playing ball,🏀 riding scooters. Bouncing balls on what's left of the paved roads. 😣 Making noise after midnight, shining flashlights 🔦at the campers in the middle of the night. 🙈 I suppose that is a weekend getaway for the locals and they just let their kids do whatever.😡 But I wouldn't come back to visit..... Truth is the parents aren't any better behaved 😩
Very quiet and easy to book campground due to its location close to Letchworth state park/Watkins Glen state park. The gorge trail is nice with a natural swimming pool and several waterfalls alone the way. Just wish it had more electric sites and newer bathhouses. The road to the campground could use some improvements.
Some of the nicest waterfalls and trails on a state park! Awesome camp sites and decent showers, they don't have power but we still managed to get through the weekend and had an amazing time. 45$ for the whole weekend wasn't bad.
Helpful info on firewood below! We’ve stayed here at the campground a bunch of times now (cabins & tent sites) over the last few years. It’s a good-to for our family! Well maintained grounds, cabins are new and in excellent condition. No electricity heat or lights in the cabin, so plan accordingly. Each has 1 double bed and 2 twin beds. You cannot buy firewood within the campground itself. There is some for sale just outside the entrance at one of the homes right there, but the pieces are small and overpriced imho. Go north on 36 about 1.5 miles (past the main entrance trance to the park itself) until you get to K’s Canine & Tri-County Family Medicine. Directly across from them is consistently good firewood for sale. See pictures! And if you forgot cash you can VENMO them! 👏🏼
Very nice well kept campground with access to trails that lead to the State Park. After a rain the brook flows high and the water can be heard rushing past.