Harriet Hollister Spencer State Recreation Area
- Status
- Status not postedDaily sunrise – sunset
- Entrance fee
- Statewide rule — see below
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed, with restrictions6-ft leash
- Camping
- None listed
- Official site
- parks.ny.gov(585) 335-8111
Official page last checked Oct 30, 2026. Details last changed Oct 30, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
In Ontario County, about 17 miles southeast of Geneseo, Harriet Hollister Spencer State Recreation Area covers about 1,596 acres.
Things to do include snowmobiling, winter sports, hunting in season, biking, and hiking. Its trail network totals roughly 83 miles, according to the park.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | sunrise – sunset | — |
Official wording
Open sunrise to sunset, year-round. Overlook Rd (main park rd) is a seasonal road. The gate is open from May 1 to late October, depending on weather conditions.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 30, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Fees and passes
Per vehicle at most parks ('Most New York State Parks charge a vehicle use fee between $6 and $10 for day use'); historic sites 'generally charge an admission fee between $1 and $6'; many parks free.
Statewide fee rule from New York's park system; this park’s page doesn’t list its own fees.
New York park passes
- Empire Pass — from $80. Unlimited day-use vehicle entry at most State Parks and DEC facilities (one vehicle at a time) Details
- Golden Park Program — free. Free vehicle entry on non-holiday weekdays for NY residents 62+ Details
- Access Pass — free. Free or discounted use for NY residents with disabilities Details
- Lifetime Liberty Pass — free. Free or discounted use for NY resident veterans and Gold Star parents, spouses, children Details
- Every Kid Outdoors (NPS 4th-grade pass) — free. Free entry for 4th grade students Details
From the New York state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- ReserveAmerica (newyorkstateparks.reserveamerica.com)
- Phone
- 1-800-456-2267
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed, with restrictions · leash up to 6 feet
Not allowed in or on: playgrounds.
A maximum of two pets are allowed in day use areas unless prohibited by sign or directive. Pets are to be supervised at all times and either be crated or on a leash not more than 6-feet in length. Pets are not permitted in playgrounds, buildings, golf courses, boardwalks, pools and spray-grounds or guarded beaches (this does not apply to service animals).
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Things to do
BikingHikingHuntingWinter sportsSnowmobiling
Amenities
Facilities
- Picnic shelters
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Rules and permits
Events: Organized events require approval and a Special Use permit. Please contact Stony Brook State Park for more information and to schedule an event.
Be Advised: If your preferred recreational activity is not listed under "Amenities" that activity may be permit required or prohibited. Please contact the Stony Brook Office for more information.
Getting there
- Address
- 6775 Canadice Hill Road
Springwater, NY 14560 - Nearest town
- Geneseo — about 17 mi southeast (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 42.6881, -77.5155
- Phone
- (585) 335-8111
Entrances
- Main Entrance
Google Maps directionsApple Maps
Directions from the park
Main Entrance
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- New York State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 30, 2026
- NY State Parks 'All Locations' park finder (server-rendered, ?page=N)
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 30, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology