Overview
See Mornington Peninsula for the Victorian city.
Stony Point is one of the many towns that make up Rockland County.
5 sights · 1 things to do · 5 places to eat · 5 bars & cafés · 1 places to stay
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Best things about Stony Point
Stony Point Battlefield
Museum, guided tours, musket demonstrations and other special events. In July 1779 American General "Mad" Anthony Wayne took these fortifications from the British in a daring midnight raid.
Stony Point Lighthouse
Oldest lighthouse on the Hudson river, at end of Stony Point Battlefield. Open to visitors whenever Battlefield site is in operation. Tour of the lighthouse are available on weekends.
Bear Mountain State Park
The park offers a large field, picnic tables, lake and river fishing access, swimming pool, zoo, hiking, and biking. An outdoor ice rink is open from late October till early March. Open year round.
Harriman State Park
Offers over 31 lakes, 3 beaches, hiking trails, camping areas, scenic roads, a recreation area, and boat launch sites.
Haverstraw Brick Museum
The Hudson River Valley was once known as the brickmaking capital of the world. At its peak, it supplied New York City's rapid urbanization in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Three hundred years of brick producti…
Patriot Hills Golf Course
18-hole course, tee times and prices are available on website. Great place to host events and parties with big, open, and elaborate seating with a gorgeous view. Catering also available.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Sep. Summer highs reach about 82°F; winter lows dip to about 21°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Sep and Mar. (climate data from nearby Briarcliff Manor)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- HPN Westchester County Airport, White Plains — 19 mi away. Directions
- SWF New York Stewart International Airport, Newburgh — 19 mi away. Directions
- LGA LaGuardia Airport, New York — 32 mi away (major hub). Directions
The nearest major airports are Newark Liberty International Airport, 38 miles from Stony Point, LaGuardia Airport, which is 32 miles south of Stony Point but requires two bridge crossings and a trip through New York City and John F. Kennedy International Airport, which also requires two bridge crossings and a longer trip through New York City and is 42 miles from Stony Point.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Stony Point Battlefield, Stony Point Lighthouse
- Lunch Hogan’s Family Diner
- Afternoon Haverstraw Brick Museum
- Dinner Bagel World
- Evening Sportsview 2 Bar & Grille
Day 2
- Morning Bear Mountain State Park, Harriman State Park
- Lunch China Wok
- Afternoon Patriot Hills Golf Course
- Dinner Pizzarena
- Evening Playa Cancun
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Understand
Established in 1865, Stony Point offers beautiful sightseeing and scenic drives, right off the coast of the Hudson River. Stony Point has an old historical background and is a great place to visit if you enjoy hiking, water activities, off-roading, mountain climbing, or beautiful scenery.
Get in
By plane
The nearest major airports are Newark Liberty International Airport, 38 miles from Stony Point, LaGuardia Airport, which is 32 miles south of Stony Point but requires two bridge crossings and a trip through New York City and John F. Kennedy International Airport, which also requires two bridge crossings and a longer trip through New York City and is 42 miles from Stony Point.
By train
Metro North or New Jersey Transit
- Spring Valley, 1 North Main Street. One of three Rockland County accessible train stations. Taxis available to and from station.
- Nanuet, 1 Prospect Street. This train station is more accessible to people living closer to the Tappan Zee Bridge. Call in advance for taxi service.
- Pearl River, 35 South Main Street. No available wheelchair access. Call in advance for taxi service.
By car
Stony Point is accessible from Palisades Parkway, Exits 14 or 15. If you are coming from the New York State Thruway, take Exit 13 South for the Palisades Parkway.
Get around
By bus
- Hudson Link. Local bus system that travels throughout Rockland County as well as across the Hudson River to Tarrytown and White Plains. For bus schedule and prices visit website.
See
See Stony Point Battlefield
Museum, guided tours, musket demonstrations and other special events. In July 1779 American General "Mad" Anthony Wayne took these fortifications from the British in a daring midnight raid.
See Stony Point Lighthouse
Oldest lighthouse on the Hudson river, at end of Stony Point Battlefield. Open to visitors whenever Battlefield site is in operation. Tour of the lighthouse are available on weekends.
See Haverstraw Brick Museum
The Hudson River Valley was once known as the brickmaking capital of the world. At its peak, it supplied New York City's rapid urbanization in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Three hundred years of brick production ended in the early 21st century with the closing of the last active brickyard. The museum chronicles brickmaking in Haverstraw, one of the more prolific centers of the industry in the valley.
Do
Do Patriot Hills Golf Course
18-hole course, tee times and prices are available on website. Great place to host events and parties with big, open, and elaborate seating with a gorgeous view. Catering also available.
Eat
Eat Hogan’s Family Diner
Local family business serving delicious food, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Eat Bagel World
Open early in the morning with fresh baked New York bagels. Grill, deli, and desserts are also available here. Located in Stony Point Plaza with great parking off Route 9W.
Eat China Wok
Located in Stony Point plaza with great take out service. Lots of affordable delicious Chinese food and packages. Lunch and dinner specials are also available.
Eat Pizzarena
Local Italian dishes including pizza, chicken parmesan, and sandwich. Located across from Hogan's Family Diner off Route 9W. Delivers fast with affordable prices.
Eat Pasta Cucina
Quality Italian cuisine restaurant with professional service and great food. Good parking available in the Stony Point Plaza located off Route 9W.
Drink
Drink Sportsview 2 Bar & Grille
Small bar with local crowd located in north Stony Point near the border of Tomkin's Cove and 9W. Good service fun atmosphere and a great place to hang out with some North Rocklanders.
Drink Playa Cancun
Located off the beautiful coast off the Hudson River. Great view and parking. Located near the Haverstraw Bay Marina and the Seawall, Mexican restaurant with lime margaritas.
Drink Halligan's Public House
Located in Stony Point plaza off Route 9W with great parking. Newly opened and popular hot spot for late night fun. Laid back and casual atmosphere with great service.
Drink Fiesta Acapulco
Another Mexican restaurant with margaritas.
Drink Blarney Publick House
Very affordable restaurant and bar. Publik house is fairly large with a full bar. Various sports games are played on their televisions; Publik House is a relaxing bar that stays open until 3 or 4AM.
Sleep
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