Stony Brook.
Stony Brook drains a wide watershed northwest of Tupper Lake — the kind of stream that shows up on the DEC atlas but rarely on anyone's fishing itinerary. No stocking records, no formal access points, and no trail registers to sign — it's a working drainage more than a destination, cutting through mixed hardwood and lowland spruce before emptying into the Raquette River system. If you're paddling the Raquette or exploring the backroads between Tupper and Cranberry Lake, you'll cross it on a culvert bridge and keep moving. The locals who know it best are the ones who own land along it.
Stony Brook has public access. Summits nearby include Bear Mountain and Sugar Grove Mountain.
The water, surveyed.
- Peak foliage from the water — the best seats in the Park are in a canoe this month.
Seasonal pattern for this lake · live closures appear above
2 parking areas
Closest parking lots within range, ranked by walking distance. Accessibility flags come from Google verified-data and NYSDEC records; surface and capacity from NYSDEC and OpenStreetMap. Confirm hours and seasonal closures before you go.
- 01Lake Ozonia Parking AreaTrailhead3.9 miunpavedDirections →
- 02Clear Pond Parking Area6.4 miunpavedDirections →
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Closest editorial picks for a meal, a scoop, a pint, a bed, and a sight worth your time.
Eat.
4- PorkBusters BBQ22.5 mi
PorkBusters BBQ is a Tupper Lake restaurant serving barbecue dishes seven days a week from 11 AM to 9 PM. They offer a menu for dine-in or takeout, plus catering for parties and events.
- Hohmeyer's Adirondack Alps Restaurant23.7 mi
A family-owned restaurant in the Adirondacks offering seasonal, 100-mile-focused fusion cuisine, a 1920s Speakeasy, and a hidden Beer and Wine Cellar.
- Amado24.1 mi
A small restaurant on Cliff Avenue in Tupper Lake serving Brazilian dishes (moqueca, feijoada) alongside lamb pot pie, fish fry, and a clearly marked vegan section. Homemade desserts.
- Guido's Pizzeria24.2 mi
Guido's Pizzeria in Tupper Lake has been serving hand-thrown pizzas, subs, calzones, dinners, and wings since 1988. They offer free delivery within the Town of Tupper Lake on any size order and make fresh dough daily.
— 22.5 mi to the nearest table out here; plan the drive to dinner.
Sweet.
1— 24.5 mi to the nearest scoop; save it for the ride home.
Drink.
2- Raquette River Brewing23.9 mi
A family- and dog-friendly taproom pouring year-round craft beer alongside four permanent food trucks, from wood-fired pizza to Carolina barbecue.
- The 1892 Bar & Grille23.9 mi
The 1892 Bar & Grille is a locally owned rustic bar and restaurant in Lake Clear, NY, offering homemade food. Recently under new ownership, it brings fresh energy and an updated menu to its patrons.
— 23.9 mi to the nearest pint; appoint a driver.
Stay.
4- The Lodge at Seveys15.5 mi
The Lodge @ Seveys is a spacious and recently remodeled facility that serves as the perfect family getaway in the heart of the Adirondacks. With seven bedrooms accommodating up to fourteen people, the lodge features a fully equipped…
- Fish Creek Pond Campground22.0 mi
This expansive campground offers 355 sites with direct water access to Fish Creek and Square Ponds, providing ample opportunities for boating, fishing, and swimming from May to October.
- The Point22.9 mi
An all-inclusive Great Camp on Upper Saranac Lake, built by William Avery Rockefeller II a century ago. The first Relais & Chateaux property in North America and the only Forbes Five Star property in Upstate New York. Adults-only, communal dining.
- The St. Regis Suites23.1 mi
Five well-appointed suites of various sizes, between Saranac Lake and Paul Smith's College in Gabriels, NY. Renovated by Cedar Circle LLC with green building techniques. Stays from three days to three months.
— 15.5 mi to the nearest bed on the register; book before you go.
See.
4- Topridge19.3 mi
The sprawling Gilded Age estate Marjorie Merriweather Post built on Upper St. Regis Lake — later New York State's, now privately held. Best seen from the St. Regis lakes.
- White Pine Camp21.4 mi
The 1907 Great Camp on Osgood Pond that served as Calvin Coolidge's Summer White House in the summer of 1926. Seasonal guided tours, and several cottages rent by the week.
- The Adirondack Sky Center & Observatory22.0 mi
Free 2-Day Space Camp at the Adirondack Sky Center Calling all future space explorers— get ready for an out-of-this-world adventure! Join us to explore some of the most fascinating topics in outer space! We’ll cover black holes, space tra…
- Adirondack Railroad22.8 mi
Adirondack Railroad offers scenic train experiences through the beautiful outdoor scenery of New York, departing from stations in Utica, Thendara, and Tupper Lake. They provide various themed rides, including special events and multi-hour…
— 19.3 mi to the nearest sight on file; fold it into the drive.
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- Where is Stony Brook located?Stony Brook is a stream in the Tupper Lake region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York State.
- Is Stony Brook open to the public?Yes, Stony Brook has public access. See the listing page for current trailhead, parking, and boat-launch details, and check active DEC advisories before visiting.
- Can you camp at Stony Brook?Within roughly seven miles of Stony Brook: 5 designated campsites. Permit and primitive-camping rules vary; check NYSDEC before you go.