When life is getting chaotic and you find yourself getting swept up in stresses that come along with each day, it’s always a good idea to stop and enjoy the beautiful scenery that’s all around us here in Western New York. While the beautiful lakefront of one of America’s Great Lakes is only a stone’s throw away from us, sometimes we find ourselves craving time in completely different landscapes. Showing you another side of Western New York that’s full of secluded forests, gorges, and waterfalls, there’s never been a more perfect time to plan a trip to Stony Brook State Park.

Ready to enjoy a wonderfully scenic drive that will lead you to somewhere dreamy? Then it’s time you let us show you the way to Stony Brook State Park.

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Considered to be one of the absolute best state parks here in Western New York, Stony Brook State Park is only 75 miles east of the city of Buffalo.

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Inside the park, you’ll find three easy to navigate hiking trails that will all lead you to scenic destinations but it’s the roughly mile-long Gorge Trail that will truly leave you in awe.

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Buffalonians who have the pleasure of hiking along the Gorge Trail will pass by a series of spring-fed waterfalls that all range in size.

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While all of the trails within the park are well-marked and easy to navigate, you’ll definitely want to come equipped with a sturdy pair of shoes, as some bring you up and over stone staircases and rocky terrain.

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One of the most gorge-ouse places that you’ll ever discover here in Western New York, there’s nothing like spending an afternoon hiking your way through Stony Brook State Park.

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To find out more about hiking through Stony Brook State Park, click here.

TryppAdams/TripAdvisor To stay up to date with all that’s happening here at Stony Brook State Park, be sure to follow its official Facebook page!

If you’re wondering what other waterfall adventures await you here in and around the Queen City, then take a look at how you can Enjoy The Views Of Shequaga Falls Outside Buffalo Right From The Seat Of Your Car!

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To stay up to date with all that’s happening here at Stony Brook State Park, be sure to follow its official Facebook page!

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Address: Stony Brook State Park, 10820 NY-36, Dansville, NY 14437, USA